Mohan Babu pays heartfelt tribute to Late Kota Srinivasa Rao
Speaking to the media, Mohan Babu said, 'Kota Srinivasa Rao was more than a colleague — he was a dear friend, someone incredibly close to my heart. I was not in Hyderabad on the day he passed away, and the news of his death left me in complete shock. Today, I came here to personally express my condolences to his family.'
The veteran actor shared a touching memory of a phone call from Kota on the day of the Kannappa release. 'He called to appreciate the film and praised Vishnu's performance. That meant a great deal to me,' he said.
Reflecting on their professional association, Mohan Babu added, 'In 1987, I cast Kota in a key role as a magician and the main villain in my production Veera Pratap. Since then, we worked together in several films. His dialogue delivery, modulation, and acting versatility—whether as a villain, comedian, or character artist—were unmatched.'
Describing Kota as an integral part of his life, Mohan Babu said, 'He was like family to me. His passing is not just a personal loss but a significant one for the entire film fraternity. I pray for his soul to rest in peace and for his family to find strength in this difficult time.' Kota Srinivasa Rao's absence leaves a void that Tollywood will feel for years to come.
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