Film producer R.B. Choudary (often spelled R.B. Choudhary or Soundri) has deeply shocked the film industry.

The news regarding the tragic passing of veteran film producer R.B. Choudary (often spelled R.B. Choudhary or Soundri) has deeply shocked the film industry.
Incident Details
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at approximately 3:00 PM.
Location: Near Udaipur, Rajasthan.
Cause: He was involved in a fatal road accident while traveling to attend a family wedding in Lilamba village. Reports indicate the vehicle swerved to avoid stray cattle on the highway and struck a roadside barrier or wall.
Outcome: Mr. Choudary was declared dead on the spot. His nephew and the driver sustained serious injuries and were hospitalized in Jodhpur.
Legacy in Cinema
R.B. Choudary was a powerhouse in South Indian cinema, particularly through his production house, Super Good Films.
Prolific Career: Over four decades, he produced 99 films across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi.
Star Maker: He was instrumental in the early careers of major stars like Vijay (producing hits like Poove Unakkaga and Thullatha Manamum Thullum) and Pawan Kalyan (Suswagatham).
Director Launchpad: He is credited with introducing over 34 directors to the industry, including K.S. Ravikumar and Vikraman.
Family: He is survived by his wife and four sons, including popular Tamil actors Jiiva and Jithan Ramesh.