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Business Standard
a day ago
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- Business Standard
Veteran Telugu actor, former BJP MLA Kota Srinivasa Rao passes away at 83
Rao, who had been unwell for several years now, breathed his last in the early hours of Sunday at his residence Press Trust of India Veteran Telugu actor and former BJP MLA Kota Srinivasa Rao, known for his highly acclaimed performances, passed away here due to old age-related ailments on Sunday. He was 83. Rao, who had been unwell for several years now, breathed his last in the early hours of Sunday at his residence here, film industry sources said. Srinivasa Rao has acted in 750 films in a career spanning more than four decades. He debuted in the 1978 film 'Pranam Khareedu', which also marked the debut of superstar Chiranjeevi. Some of his most acclaimed works include 'Pratighatana', 'Satruvu', 'Ahana Pellanta', 'Hello Brother', 'Money', director Ram Gopal Varma's 'Siva' and 'Gaayam' were some of the films which brought immense fame to Srinivasa Rao. A recipient of Padma Shri, Srinivasa Rao had served as a BJP MLA from Vijayawada East assembly constituency in Andhra Pradesh from 1999 to 2004. Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, his Andhra Pradesh counterpart N Chandrababu Naidu, Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy, actor-turned-politician and Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan and several other leaders condoled the demise of Srinivasa Rao. Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao, his Andhra counterpart PVN Madhav visited Srinivasa Rao's residence here and paid homage. Chiranjeevi, junior NTR, leading producer D Suresh Babu, veteran actor Murali Mohan and several other film personalities also condoled the death of Srinivasa Rao.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kota Srinivasa Rao funeral: Chiranjeevi pays floral tribute; Prakash Raj meets actor's family
Veteran Telugu actor and former BJP MLA Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away due to age-related ailments in Hyderabad on Sunday. He was 83. According to film industry sources, Rao, who had been unwell for several years, breathed his last in the early hours of the day at his residence. Chiranjeevi at Kota Srinivasa Rao's funeral. Kota Srinivasa Rao's funeral At the actor's funeral, megastar Chiranjeevi also paid him tribute. He put a wreath of red roses on Rao's mortal remains. He also bowed his head in front of his portrait and met the actor's relatives and family. Earlier, even actor Prakash Raj met the actor's family at his home and was spotted leaving in his car while media surrounded him. About Kota Srinivasa Rao In a prolific career spanning over four decades, Srinivasa Rao acted in more than 750 films. He made his debut with the 1978 film Pranam Khareedu, which also marked the debut of superstar Chiranjeevi. Some of his most acclaimed works include Pratighatana, Satruvu, Ahana Pellanta, Hello Brother, Money, and Ram Gopal Varma's Siva and Gaayam. A recipient of the Padma Shri, Srinivasa Rao also served as a BJP MLA from the Vijayawada East assembly constituency in Andhra Pradesh between 1999 and 2004. Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy, and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan were among the many leaders who condoled his demise. Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao, and Andhra BJP chief PVN Madhav also visited his residence to pay homage. From the film industry, Chiranjeevi, Jr NTR, producer D Suresh Babu, veteran actor Murali Mohan, and several others expressed their condolences. Actor Sivaji Raja, a close friend of Srinivasa Rao, told PTI that the funeral details would be decided after the arrival of Rao's younger brother, actor Kota Sankar Rao, in Hyderabad.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Veteran Actor Kota Srinivasa Rao Passes Away At 83 In Hyderabad
Renowned actor Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away at 83 in Hyderabad. Known for his roles in over 750 films, he redefined negative roles in Telugu cinema. Celebrated Telugu actor and former MLA Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away in the early hours of Sunday at his residence in Filmnagar, Hyderabad. He was 83. According to family sources, the veteran actor had been unwell for the past few days and succumbed to age-related health complications. His death marks the end of an era in Telugu cinema, where he played an influential role for more than four decades. Born on July 10, 1942, in Kankipadu, Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, Kota Srinivasa Rao began his acting journey on stage before making his film debut with Pranam Khareedhu in 1978. He quickly rose to prominence with his powerful screen presence, becoming one of the most recognisable faces in Telugu cinema. Known for his versatility, Rao appeared in over 750 films, effortlessly portraying villains, comic characters, and emotionally complex supporting roles. Before entering the film industry, he was a noted theatre actor, admired for his distinctive voice and commanding dialogue delivery. His performance in Ram Charan's 2013 film Naayak remains one of his standout roles in recent years. SS Rajamouli mourned his death saying, 'Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Kota Srinivasa Rao garu. A master of his craft, a legend who breathed life into every character he portrayed. His presence on screen was truly irreplaceable. My heartfelt condolences to his family. Om Shanti." Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Kota Srinivasa Rao garu. A master of his craft, a legend who breathed life into every character he portrayed. His presence on screen was truly irreplaceable. My heartfelt condolences to his family. Om Shanti.— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) July 13, 2025 Throughout his cinematic career, Rao worked with legends and rising stars alike, including Krishna, Chiranjeevi, Balakrishna, Nagarjuna, Venkatesh, Mahesh Babu, Pawan Kalyan, Allu Arjun, and Sai Dharam Tej. Some of his most memorable films include Ahana Pellanta, Pratighatana, Yamudiki Mogudu, Shiva, Khaidi No.786, Bobbili Raja, Yamaleela, Santosham, Athadu, Bommarillu, and Race Gurram. Apart from acting, Kota Srinivasa Rao also had a political career. He served as an MLA from the Vijayawada East constituency between 1999 and 2004. Interestingly, his on-screen portrayal of politicians was also widely appreciated, including his role as an MLA in Julayi, starring Allu Arjun. Rao's last film appearance was in Kabzaa (2023), directed by R. Chandru. The film featured a large ensemble cast, including Upendra, Shiva Rajkumar, Kiccha Sudeepa, and Shriya Saran. May his soul rest in peace! First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Economic Times
2 days ago
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- Economic Times
Veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao passes away
Synopsis Veteran Telugu actor and former MLA Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away at 83, after battling illness. Known for his versatile roles in over 750 films, including memorable performances in 'Naayak' and 'Athadu', Rao left an indelible mark on Telugu cinema. His career spanned four decades, showcasing his talent as a villain, comedian, and character actor. ANI Kota Srinivasa Rao Veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away aged 83 on Sunday at his residence after in Filmnagar, Hyderabad. battling illness for the past few days. Rao was born in Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, and began his journey in cinema with the 1978 film Pranam Khareedhu. In his career spanning over four decades, he featured in over 750 films in Telugu cinema. Rao played negative roles and redefined them with distinctive performances. He was also an acclaimed theatre artist, known for his commanding voice and expressive acting. He is remembered for his role in one of Ram Charan's hit films Naayak, released in 2013. Throughout his career, he portrayed a variety of characters — from villains and comic roles to emotionally layered supporting characters. He shared screen space with legendary stars and younger actors alike, including Krishna, Chiranjeevi, Balakrishna, Nagarjuna, Venkatesh, Mahesh Babu, Pawan Kalyan, Allu Arjun, and Sai Dharam of his most memorable films include Ahana Pellanta, Pratighatana, Yamudiki Mogudu, Khaidi No.786, Shiva, Bobbili Raja, Yamaleela, Santosham, Bommarillu, Athadu, and Race Gurram. Srinivasa Rao also served as an MLA from the Vijayawada East constituency between 1999 and 2004. His on-screen politician roles were also well received in Tollywood. 'Julayi', starring Allu Arjun, is one such film in which Rao played the role of an MLA. The renknowned actor was last seen in Kabzaa (2023), directed by R. Chandru. The film features an ensemble cast including Upendra Rao, Shiva Rajkumar, Kiccha Sudeepa, Shriya Saran, Sudha, Murali Sharma, Dev Gill, Kabir Duhan Singh, Danish Akhtar Saifi, and Posani Krishna demise marks the end of an era, and he leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire generations of actors and Pradesh Chief Minister paid tribute to the actor, saying, "The demise of the renowned actor Kota Srinivasa Rao, who won the affection of cinema audiences with his versatile roles, is deeply saddening. His artistic contributions to the fields of cinema and theatre over nearly four decades, and the roles he portrayed, will remain unforgettable. The numerous memorable roles he played as a villain and character artist will forever stay etched in the hearts of Telugu audiences.""His passing is an irreparable loss to the Telugu film industry. In 1999, he won as an MLA from Vijayawada and served the public. I express my profound condolences to his family members."
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao passes away at 83
Renowned actor Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away in the early hours of Sunday at his residence in Filmnagar, Hyderabad. He was 83 and had been battling illness for the past few days. Kota Srinivasa Rao's career Born on July 10, 1942 in Kankipadu, Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, Kota Srinivasa Rao began his illustrious journey in the world of cinema with the 1978 film Pranam Khareedhu. Over a career spanning more than four decades, he carved a unique space for himself in Telugu cinema, featuring in over 750 films. Rao redefined negative roles with his distinctive performances. Before transitioning to films, he was an acclaimed theatre artiste, known for his commanding voice and expressive acting. He is remembered for his role in one of Ram Charan's hit films Naayak, released in 2013. Kota Srinivasa Rao's political roles Throughout his career, he portrayed a variety of characters — from villains and comic roles to emotionally layered supporting characters. He shared screen space with legendary stars and younger actors alike, including Krishna, Chiranjeevi, Balakrishna, Nagarjuna, Venkatesh, Mahesh Babu, Pawan Kalyan , Allu Arjun , and Sai Dharam Tej. Some of his most memorable films include Ahana Pellanta, Pratighatana, Yamudiki Mogudu, Khaidi No.786, Shiva, Bobbili Raja, Yamaleela, Santosham, Bommarillu, Athadu, and Race Gurram. Srinivasa Rao also served as an MLA from the Vijayawada East constituency between 1999 and 2004. His on-screen politician roles were also well received in Tollywood. 'Julayi', starring Allu Arjun, is one such film in which Rao played the role of an MLA. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top 5 Dividend Stocks for May 2025 Seeking Alpha Read More Undo Work front of Kota Srinivasa Rao On the work front, he was last seen in Kabzaa (2023), directed by R. Chandru. The film features an ensemble cast including Upendra Rao, Shiva Rajkumar, Kiccha Sudeepa, Shriya Saran, Sudha, Murali Sharma, Dev Gill, Kabir Duhan Singh, Danish Akhtar Saifi, and Posani Krishna Murali. His demise marks the end of an era, and he leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire generations of actors and filmmakers. Press meet of actor Kota Srinivasa Rao
