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The Hindu
13 hours ago
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- The Hindu
SS Rajamouli confronts fan during funeral of veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao, Tollywood pays final respects
Director SS Rajamouli was seen pushing away a fan attempting to take a selfie during the funeral of veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao in Hyderabad on Saturday. A video of the incident, which has since circulated on social media, shows Rajamouli reacting visibly to the interruption as he exited the late actor's residence with his wife, Rama Rajamouli. The clip captures a man approaching Rajamouli with a phone in hand while the director walks toward his car. After initially ignoring the fan, Rajamouli appears frustrated and pushes him aside before getting into the vehicle. The moment has drawn public attention online, questioning the appropriateness of seeking selfies during a private mourning. Kota Srinivasa Rao, a respected figure in Indian cinema, passed away on July 13 at the age of 83. His funeral drew several prominent members of the Telugu film industry, including Chiranjeevi, Pawan Kalyan, Prakash Raj, Venkatesh Daggubati, and Rana Daggubati, who arrived to offer condolences. Rajamouli also paid tribute to the actor on X (formerly Twitter), writing, '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 Born in Kankipadu, Andhra Pradesh, in 1942, Kota Srinivasa Rao began his acting career with the 1978 Telugu film Pranam Khareedu. Over the years, he worked in more than 750 films across Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. Known for his versatility, Rao played a wide range of roles and was recognised for his contribution to Indian cinema with awards at both the state and national level.
India Gazette
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
"Deeply saddened": Home Minister Amit Shah condoles demise of actor Kota Srinivasa Rao
New Delhi [India], July 13 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended his condolences to the family of veteran Telugu actor and former MLA Kota Srinivasa Rao, who passed away on Sunday morning in Hyderabad. He was 83. Home Minister Shah expressed his sorrow at the unfortunate demise of Kota Srinivasa Rao. He remembered the late artist for his 'acting talent' and 'devotion' for the upliftment of the poor people. While paying tribute to Rao, Amit Shah wrote on X, 'Deeply saddened by the demise of illustrious film personality Shri Kota Srinivasa Rao Garu. Admired for his phenomenal acting talent, Shri Kota Srinivasa Rao Garu made his place in people's hearts and won honors for his devotion to uplifting the poor. He was also conferred the Padma Shri award in 2015. The enduring legacy he left behind will continue to inspire generations of actors. My thoughts are with the bereaved family, friends, and admirers. Om Shanti.' Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered the actor for his 'riveting' performances and social service throughout his over four-decade-long career. While paying tribute to the late Telugu actor, PM Modi wrote on X, ' Anguished by the passing of Shri Kota Srinivas Rao Garu. He will be remembered for his cinematic brilliance and versatility. He enthralled audiences across generations with his riveting performances. He was also at the forefront of social service and worked towards empowering the poor and downtrodden. Condolences to his family and countless admirers. Om Shanti.'Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu also condoled his death, calling it an 'irreparable loss' to the Telugu film industry. In a post on X, CM Chandrababu Naidu said, '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.'Kota Srinivasa Rao was born on July 10, 1942, in Kankipadu village, a suburb of Vijayawada city in Andhra Pradesh. Making his debut with 'Pranam Khareedu' in 1978, he acted in over 750 films in various languages. He also received the Padma Shri in 2015, India's fourth-highest civilian honour, for his contribution to Indian cinema. (ANI)
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
SS Rajamouli loses his cool, pushes fan trying to take selfie outside Kota Srinivasa Rao's residence at his funeral in Hyderabad in viral video
Filmmaker SS Rajamouli faced criticism after a video surfaced showing him reacting sharply to a fan seeking a selfie at the funeral of veteran Telugu actor Kota Srinivasa Rao. The incident occurred as Rajamouli was leaving Rao's residence, despite the solemnity of the occasion. Rajamouli also expressed his condolences on social media, remembering Rao as a legend. A moment of mourning turned tense as filmmaker SS Rajamouli lost his cool at a fan outside the residence of late Telugu cinema legend Kota Srinivasa Rao . The veteran actor, who passed away on July 13 at the age of 83, was laid to rest in Hyderabad amid an outpouring of tributes from the film fraternity. While several stars gathered to bid him a final farewell, a viral video of Rajamouli reacting sharply to a fan's selfie attempt during the solemn occasion has stirred conversation online. In the viral video, Rajamouli is seen exiting Rao's residence alongside his wife, Rama Rajamouli, when a fan approaches him for a selfie. Despite the somber setting, the fan continues to follow the director all the way to his car. As the fan gets too close, Rajamouli loses his cool—he pushes the fan aside and gestures in visible frustration, seemingly asking, "What?" with a sharp wave of his hand. The late veteran star's funeral saw an outpouring of grief from the Telugu film industry, with several prominent stars in attendance. Chiranjeevi, Pawan Kalyan , Prakash Raj, Venkatesh Daggubati , and Rana Daggubati were among those who visited to pay their final respects to the legendary actor. SS Rajamouli took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle and penned an emotional note in memory of Kota Srinivasa Rao. He wrote, "Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Kota Srinivasa Rao garu. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How to Trade ETH/USD Without Holding Ether IC Markets Learn More Undo 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." Born on July 10, 1942, in Kankipadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kota Srinivasa Rao began his cinematic journey in 1978 with the Telugu film Pranam Khareedu, which also starred a young Chiranjeevi. Over the decades, he carved a legendary career, appearing in over 750 films across multiple languages.
India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Amit Shah Pays Tribute To Veteran Actor Kota Srinivasa Rao, Hails His Devotion To Uplifting The Poor
New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended his condolences to the family of veteran Telugu actor and former MLA Kota Srinivasa Rao, who passed away on Sunday morning in Hyderabad. He was 83. Home Minister Shah expressed his sorrow at the unfortunate demise of Kota Srinivasa Rao. He remembered the late artist for his "acting talent" and "devotion" for the upliftment of the poor people. While paying tribute to Rao, Amit Shah wrote on X, "Deeply saddened by the demise of illustrious film personality Shri Kota Srinivasa Rao Garu. Admired for his phenomenal acting talent, Shri Kota Srinivasa Rao Garu made his place in people's hearts and won honours for his devotion to uplifting the poor. He was also conferred the Padma Shri award in 2015. The enduring legacy he left behind will continue to inspire generations of actors. My thoughts are with the bereaved family, friends, and admirers. Om Shanti." Deeply saddened by the demise of illustrious film personality Shri Kota Srinivasa Rao Garu. Admired for his phenomenal acting talent, Shri Kota Srinivasa Rao Garu made his place in people's hearts and won honors for his devotion to uplifting the poor. He was also conferred the… — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) July 13, 2025 Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered the actor for his "riveting" performances and social service throughout his over four-decade-long career. While paying tribute to the late Telugu actor, PM Modi wrote on X, " Anguished by the passing of Shri Kota Srinivas Rao Garu. He will be remembered for his cinematic brilliance and versatility. He enthralled audiences across generations with his riveting performances. He was also at the forefront of social service and worked towards empowering the poor and downtrodden. Condolences to his family and countless admirers. Om Shanti." Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu also condoled his death, calling it an "irreparable loss" to the Telugu film industry. In a post on X, CM Chandrababu Naidu said, "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." Kota Srinivasa Rao was born on July 10, 1942, in Kankipadu village, a suburb of Vijayawada city in Andhra Pradesh. Making his debut with 'Pranam Khareedu' in 1978, he acted in over 750 films in various languages. He also received the Padma Shri in 2015, India's fourth-highest civilian honour, for his contribution to Indian cinema.
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Chiranjeevi Breaks Down At Veteran Actor Kota Srinivasa Rao's Funeral, Shares Moving Memory
Last Updated: Chiranjeevi attends Kota Srinivasa Rao's funeral in Hyderabad and pays an emotional tribute. The actor recalls their cinematic beginnings and praises Rao's legendary career. Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi paid his last respects to legendary actor and former BJP MLA Kota Srinivasa Rao, who passed away in Hyderabad in the early hours of Sunday, just two days after celebrating his 83rd birthday. The funeral was held in the Filmnagar locality of Jubilee Hills, where Chiranjeevi was seen visibly emotional and heartbroken as he offered floral tributes to the veteran actor. In a video that surfaced online, Chiranjeevi is seen placing flowers near Kota Srinivasa Rao's feet, showering petals on his photograph, and folding his hands in prayer. The megastar also interacted with the late actor's family and friends, silently standing in front of Rao's mortal remains with a heavy heart. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Telugu FilmNagar (@telugufilmnagar) Following the news of the veteran actor's demise, Chiranjeevi took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle to share a heartfelt note recalling their early days in the film industry. He wrote, 'With the film 'Pranam Khareedu', he and I began our cinema careers at the same time. 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," Chiranjeevi added. The megastar also reflected on the irreplaceable loss to Telugu cinema and its audiences: 'The void left by an actor like Sri Kota Srinivasa Rao is one that the film industry and cinephiles will never overcome." He concluded, 'Praying for peace to his soul, I express my profound condolences to his family members, well-wishers, and fans." Kota Srinivasa Rao reportedly passed away due to age-related health issues. He had not been keeping well for the past few days and breathed his last at his residence in Hyderabad. A stalwart of Telugu cinema, Rao appeared in over 750 films across Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi languages. He was celebrated for his versatility, often portraying complex characters—ranging from comic villains to stern politicians and warm-hearted elders. In addition to his film career, he served as a BJP MLA from the Vijayawada East constituency between 1994 and 2004. In 2015, the Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri, the country's fourth-highest civilian award. As one of the most respected figures in Indian cinema, Kota Srinivasa Rao leaves behind a towering legacy. His loss has cast a long shadow over the Telugu film industry, and his contribution will be remembered for generations to come. 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.
