‘Killer’ movie stuntman killed as cylinder explodes during shoot in Otteri

A 25-year-old stuntman died and four others were injured following a gas cylinder explosion on the set of the Tamil film 'Killer' in Otteri. The incident occurred while the crew was preparing a fire-based stunt sequence.
Why it matters
This incident raises concerns regarding workplace safety standards and risk management protocols within the film production industry.
A 25-year-old stuntman was killed and four others were seriously injured during the shooting of a Tamil film in Otteri on Wednesday (June 3, 2026).
The report is a factual account of a tragic accident with no discernible bias.
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