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New Indian Express
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Kota Srinivasa Rao: The man who made every scene matter
HYDERABAD: He never needed a monologue. Never needed a backstory. All Kota Srinivasa Rao needed was a minute, sometimes just a line, and he'd turn a routine scene into something bordering on the divine. He didn't just act. He inhabited. Like water taking the shape of every vessel, Kota morphed into whatever the story demanded, bringing with him a weight of experience, a smile lined with irony, a glare laced with secrets, and pauses that let the silence throb. Over 750 films. Four languages. Every emotion in the book. But Kota Srinivasa Rao's gift wasn't just volume. It was precision. Where other actors acted at you, Kota acted with you, turning even the most transactional roles into studies of human nature. The father, the fraud, the philosopher To see Kota play a father was to understand that parenting isn't always loud. In Bommarillu (2006), he was a gentle patriarch who knew when to yield. In Aadavari Matalaku Arthale Verule (2007), he brought a practically tender authority that felt lived-in, never theatrical. In Idiot (2002), his annoyance as Ravi Teja's father crackled with bemused affection. He didn't act fatherhood, he understood it, sculpted it scene by scene. Now pivot to his villains, Kota's baddies were never generic. They were philosophical. See Athadu (2005), where as a corrupt politician, his end feels less like a punishment and more like karma catching its breath. Or in Sarkar (2005), where he delivered the line 'Style South, operation complete North' with a chill so cool, it could freeze lava. His villainy didn't shout. It smirked in ways that a man truly became sinister.
Deccan Herald
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
Kota Srinivasa Rao: 5 notable films from the legend's career
Kota Srinivasa Rao, who has acted in hundreds of movies, passed away at 83. Here are some movies of him you may watch to remember his on-screen moments. Idiot (2002) - Available on Jio Hotstar Rajdooth (2019) - Available on Amazon Prime Video
The Hindu
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Kota Srinivasa Rao passes away: Chiranjeevi, Jr NTR, Ravi Teja and more mourn the loss of legendary actor
Veteran Telugu actor Kota Srinivasa Rao breathed his last at the age of 83 on Sunday (July 13, 2025) at his residence in Hyderabad. The actor had been unwell due to age-related issues for the past few months. A maverick with a career spanning over four decades and over 750 films, the actor left an indelible mark as a comedian, villain and a character artist. The news of this passing has sent shockwaves across the Indian film industry, with many prominent celebrities like Chiranjeevi, Jr NTR, and Ravi Teja expressing their condolences. Chiranjeevi, in a post on X, called Kota a multifaceted genius, reminiscing about how they both made their debuts in the 1978 film Pranam Khareedu. 'Thereafter, he acted in hundreds of films, portraying countless diverse roles, captivating Telugu audiences with his unique and distinctive style, and securing a permanent place in their hearts. Be it a comedic villain, a serious villain, or a supporting character, every role he played was performed with such brilliance that it felt only he could do it justice,' wrote Chiranjeevi. లెజెండరీ యాక్టర్ , బహుముఖ ప్రజ్ఞా శాలి శ్రీ కోట శ్రీనివాస రావు గారు ఇక లేరు అనే వార్త ఎంతో కలచివేసింది. 'ప్రాణం ఖరీదు' చిత్రం తో ఆయన నేను ఒకే సారి సినిమా కెరీర్ ప్రారంభించాము. ఆ తరువాత వందల కొద్దీ సినిమాల్లో ఎన్నెన్నో విభిన్నమైన పాత్రల్లో నటించి, ప్రతి పాత్రని తన… — Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) July 13, 2025 In a post shared on his official X handle, NTR called Kota Srinivasa Rao a great actor who breathed life into his roles. 'The moments I shared and acted with him in my cinematic journey will remain unforgettable foreve,' he wrote. కోట శ్రీనివాసరావు గారు… ఆ పేరే చాలు. ఎనలేని నటనా చాతుర్యం.ప్రతి పాత్రలో తనదైన శైలిలో ప్రాణం పోసిన మహానటుడు. నా సినీ ప్రయాణంలో ఆయనతో నటించిన, పంచుకున్న క్షణాలు ఎప్పటికీ చిరస్మరణీయం. ఆయన ఆత్మకు శాంతి చేకూరాలని ప్రార్థిస్తున్నాను. వారి కుటుంబ సభ్యులకు, ఆత్మీయులకు నా ప్రగాఢ… — Jr NTR (@tarak9999) July 13, 2025 Telugu star Ravi Teja, who worked with Kota in films such as Idiot, Krishna and Kick, said that the actor was like family to him and that he will cherish the memories working with him. Grew up watching him, admiring him, and learning from every performance. Kota Babai was like family to me, I cherish the lovely memories of working with him. Rest in peace, Kota Srinivasa Rao garu 🙏Om Shanti. — Ravi Teja (@RaviTeja_offl) July 13, 2025 Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, with whom Kota worked in several films such as Shiva, Sarkar and Raktacharitra, paid his tribute, writing, '#kotasrinivasarao Gaaru, you might have gone but your characters will live forever.' KOTA SRINIVASA RAO is undoubtedly one of the greatest actors cinema has ever seen ..The effect of his contribution to my films SHIVA. GAAYAM, MONEY, SARKAR and RAKTACHARITRA is #kotasrinivasarao Gaaru, you might have gone but your characters will live forever… — Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) July 13, 2025 Actor Vishnu Manchu, who shared screen with Kota Srinivasa Garu in films such as Denikaina Ready and Doosukeltha, called him 'an unmatched talent, and a man whose presence lit up every frame he was in.' A Legend Beyond Words. My heart is heavy with the loss of Sri. Kota Srinivas garu. A phenomenal actor, an unmatched talent, and a man whose presence lit up every frame he was in. Whether it was a serious role, a villain, or comedy- he brought life into every character with a… — Vishnu Manchu (@iVishnuManchu) July 13, 2025 Meanwhile, Tamil actor Vishal, who worked with the actor in 2008's Sathyam, said that the silver screen will miss a great performer.
NDTV
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
When Shah Rukh Khan Shot 36 Hours "Straight" For Circus
New Delhi: There are actors and then there is Shah Rukh Khan. There is a reason why fans call him 'King Khan'. Agree? SRK is known for his craft, discipline and dedication. Now, SRK's Circus co-star Renuka Shahane has shared her two cents. She recalled the time when Shah Rukh Khan worked for 36 hours straight for the TV show. Circus aired between 1989 and 1990 on DD National. It featured Ashutosh Gowariker and Sameer Khakhar. Directed by Aziz Mirza and Kundan Shah, the series revolved around the lives of a circus troupe. During a conversation with Filmfare, Renuka Shahane said, 'His [Shah Rukh Khan's] attitude toward work is like that. I've seen him work for 36 hours straight. We had two units on Circus — one managed by Kundan and the other by Aziz — and SRK was in practically every frame of the show. So, I have seen him shooting for 36 hours at a stretch. Yet, not a single wrinkle appeared on his face. He never complained about anything either.' The actress also shared a wonderful piece of advice that Shah Rukh Khan once gave her. She said, 'My character, Maria, had a fear of heights, and so did I in real life. Hence, I was really scared while doing some of my scenes, particularly the ones featuring me getting on the trapeze. We all belong to the same age group, and, at that time, Shah Rukh wasn't a film star. He was already a television star, though. So, after pack-up, we all used to discuss things.' 'I was really scared, especially because I had to shoot with Kundan. Then, Shah Rukh [Khan] came up to me and said, 'Listen, you are an actor. If the director tells you this is a well and asks you to jump, you jump. You shouldn't think about your fear of heights and all,'' Renuka Shahane added. Apart from Circus, Shah Rukh Khan has appeared in various TV shows like Fauji, Doosra Keval, Mahan Kar z and Idiot. The superstar will be next seen in Sujay Ghosh's King. The film will also feature SRK's daughter, Suhana Khan.
News18
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
SRK Worked For 36 Hours On Circus, Says Co-Star: 'Not A Single Wrinkle Appeared On His Face'
Last Updated: Shah Rukh Khan started on TV with Fauji and Circus, before going on to becoming a huge movie star. Shah Rukh Khan, before becoming one of Bollywood's biggest stars, began his career on television with popular shows like Fauji, Dil Dariya, Doosra Keval, Circus, and Idiot. In Circus, directed by Aziz Mirza and Kundan Shah, he worked alongside future stars like Ashutosh Gowariker, Makrand Deshpande, Renuka Shahane, and Sameer Khakhar. Reflecting on those early days, Renuka Shahane recently shared a memory of Shah Rukh giving her a valuable piece of advice, which Ashutosh Gowariker later helped her apply while they were working together on the show. In a chat with Filmfare, Renuka Shahane talked about her time on the show Circus. She said she was scared of heights, just like her character Maria, which made some scenes hard to do. She recalled, 'My character, Maria, had a fear of heights, and so did I in real life. Hence, I was really scared while doing some of my scenes, particularly the ones featuring me getting on the trapeze. We all belong to the same age group, and, at that time, Shah Rukh wasn't a film star. He was already a television star, though. So, after pack-up, we all used to discuss things." She went on to add, 'I was really scared, especially because I had to shoot with Kundan. Then, Shah Rukh came up to me and said, 'Listen, you are an actor. If the director tells you this is a well and asks you to jump, you jump. You shouldn't think about your fear of heights and all.' He actually works like that. His attitude toward work is like that. I've seen him work for 36 hours straight. We had two units on Circus — one managed by Kundan and the other by Aziz — and SRK was in practically every frame of the show. So, I have seen him shooting for 36 hours at a stretch. Yet, not a single wrinkle appeared on his face. He never complained about anything either." Renuka Shahane also shared a memory of Ashutosh Gowariker jokingly telling her that if a director asks her to jump, she should reply, 'First, you jump and show me." But the professionalism SRK was talking about was, don't overthink or question these things. It's the director's vision, and as an actor, you have to fulfill it. His words got me thinking. One can be mollycoddling of oneself, and we need to stretch ourselves." First Published:
