While the youngster was publicly stated to have died of a heart attack, post-mortem reports released to the media have stated that a head injury was what caused his death.
Friend and actor Nikhil has told the media that he knew Anil well, and that he was a genuinely "nice" guy who wouldn't smoke, booze or even drink tea or coffee. Nikhil said he was quite shocked himself that Anil had died so young, and added that he did not know of Anil having any enemies.
Anil Reddy was engaged to be married to a girl called Shalini this year.