News reports confirm that veteran actor Sarath Babu is currently undergoing treatment in a hospital for age-related ailments. However, false news of his death circulated on social media on May 3, sparking an outpouring of condolences from fans and celebrities. The news of his passing was soon debunked by Sarath Babu's sister, who confirmed that he was alive and recovering. One celebrity who fell victim to the hoax was actor Kamal Haasan, who was among the first to tweet his condolences. In his tweet, he referred to Sarath Babu as his dear friend, good human, and well-wisher, adding that their stories and memories would live on forever. However, upon learning of the error, Kamal Haasan promptly deleted the tweet. Although the tweet was deleted, it had already gone viral, with many netizens taking screenshots and criticizing Kamal Haasan and other celebrities for sharing condolences without verifying the information.