When Did Jandhyala Subramanya Sastry Die?

Jandhyala Subrahmanya Sastry, known mononymously as Jandhyala, was an Indian film director, screenwriter, and playwright known for his work in Telugu cinema and theatre. Popularly referred to as "Hasya Brahma", Jandhyala is celebrated for his exceptional contributions to comedy films. In a career spanning twenty five years, he directed more than 40 films and wrote dialogues for over 300 films.