Chef Damu Passes Away at 72
Tamil culinary legend and Padma Shri awardee Chef Damu, known for his cookbooks and TV appearances, dies after a long battle with health issues.
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Death of Chef Damu
Chef Damodharan, popularly known as Chef Damu, passed away at the age of 72 on Sunday, 25 October 2026, following a prolonged health battle.
Chef Damu was a celebrated Tamil chef, Padma Shri awardee, and judge on the TV show Cooku with Comali. He was known for his contributions to the culinary arts and for setting a Guinness World Record for preparing the most dishes in a single day.
Career and Achievements
Chef Damu started his career as a dishwasher in local restaurants, learning the basics of food preparation and kitchen discipline. He later became a head chef and worked his way up to become the first Indian chef to earn a PhD in Hotel Management from the University of Madras.
He was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian awards, for his contributions to the culinary arts and hotel management. In 2010, he set a Guinness World Record for preparing 617 dishes in 24 hours, 30 minutes and 12 seconds.
Legacy and Impact
Chef Damu became a household name when he joined the Tamil reality show Cooku with Comali as a judge. His presence on the show helped it become a staple of Tamil entertainment, and he was known for his easy-going style and willingness to share cooking tips with the audience.
He also worked to improve food quality in Tamil Nadu’s school meal programmes and trained aspiring chefs through his cookbooks and television appearances. Chef Damu leaves behind a rich legacy of culinary excellence, education, and television entertainment.
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