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Hans India
a day ago
- Business
- Hans India
Suman TV celebrates 10th anniv by offering 2BHK flats to employees
Hyderabad: SumanTV, a frontrunner in the digital media space under Play Even Info Ltd has launched a unique and commendable initiative as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations — offering two-bedroom flats to its employees. Recognizing the pivotal role employees have played in the company's growth, Chairman Suman made a significant announcement: two-bedroom flats would be provided free of cost to employees who have completed five years of service and earn below Rs 75,000 per month. In the first phase, 20 employees received their new homes. This move is believed to be a first-of-its-kind initiative in the Indian digital news industry — possibly even across the broader news media landscape. Chairman Suman emphasized that the company's success — growing from a small team of two to an enterprise worth crores of rupees — would not have been possible without the dedication and hard work of its employees. He described this gesture as a way of repaying their loyalty and contribution.
Mint
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Who was Venkat Raj? Telugu actor aka ‘Fish Venkat' dies at 53 after kidney-related ailment
Telugu actor and comedian Venkat Raj, popularly known as Fish Venkat, passed away on Friday at a hospital in Hyderabad after dealing with kidney-related ailments. He was 53, according to a report by 123 Telugu. Fish Venkat gained popularity for his comedic and villainous roles. He featured in more than 100 Telugu films. Introduced by Dasari Narayana Rao, Raj made his debut with the film Sammakka Sarakka. Known for his strong Telugu dialect, he acted in several hit films, such as Bunny, Adhurs, Dhee, and Mirapakay. His most recent film was the Aha thriller Coffee with a Killer. Fish Venkat also starred in Maa Vintha Gaadha Vinuma with Siddhu Jonnalagadda and DJ Tillu during the COVID-19 pandemic. Venkat Raj was recently admitted to the hospital after his kidney condition deteriorated, leading to kidney failure. He was hospitalised and moved to the ICU, needing a kidney transplant. Venkat's daughter, Sravanthi, in an interview with One India this month, said that actor Prabhas' team had extended financial support to them. 'Daddy isn't well at all. He is very serious and in the ICU. He needs a kidney transplant. It will cost us at least ₹ 50 lakh. Prabhas' assistant called us and offered financial assistance. They asked us to inform them when his transplant happens to cover the cost,' she said. However, Venkat's family later clarified that the offer was fake. 'Actually, nothing like that happened. We have been answering every call we get to see if anyone can help us. Some unknown person called us pretending to be Prabhas Anna's assistant. We found out after that it was a fake call. He doesn't even know something like this is happening. We have not received any financial help yet,' a family member told Suman TV.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Telugu Actor-Comedian Fish Venkat Dies At 53 Due To Kidney Disease
Last Updated: Fish Venkat was admitted to the hospital recently after he suffered a kidney failure. He was in the ICU in need of a kidney transplant. Veteran actor and comedian Fish Venkat passed away on Friday, July 18. He breathed his last at a hospital in Hyderabad after battling kidney-related ailments. He was 53. Fish Venkat was admitted to the hospital recently after he suffered a kidney failure. He was in the ICU in need of a kidney transplant. Earlier this month, Venkat's daughter, Sravanthi, spoke to One India when she shared her father's health status and revealed that Prabhas' team had offered them financial support. 'Daddy isn't well at all. He is very serious and in the ICU. He needs a kidney transplant. It will cost us at least ₹50 lakh. Prabhas' assistant called us and offered financial assistance. They asked us to inform them when his transplant happens to cover the cost," she had said. However, another member of Venkat's family later told Suman TV that the call was fake and that they received no help from Prabhas. 'Actually, nothing like that happened. We have been answering every call we get to see if anyone can help us. Some unknown person called us pretending to be Prabhas Anna's assistant. We found out after that it was a fake call. He doesn't even know something like this is happening. We have not received any financial help yet," he stated. Who Is Fish Venkat? Fish Venkat was a renowned Indian actor and comedian in the Telugu film industry. He was known for his impeccable comic timing and unique Telangana accent. Born Mangalampalli Venkatesh, he earned the nickname 'Fish" due to his ability to use a Telangana dialect reminiscent of fishermen. With a career spanning over two decades, Venkat appeared in numerous hit films, including 'Gabbar Singh," 'Adhurs," 'DJ Tillu," 'Bunny," and 'Kushi". Venkat was known for his versatility in playing both comedic and negative roles, with his dialogue 'Thodagottu Chinna" from the movie 'Aadi" becoming particularly iconic. First Published: July 19, 2025, 08:31 IST 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.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Telugu actor and comedian Fish Venkat passes away at 53
Veteran Telugu actor and comedian Fish Venkat, known off-screen as Venkat Raj, passed away on Friday at a hospital in Hyderabad following complications related to kidney failure. He was 53 years old. According to 123 Telugu, the actor had been battling severe kidney-related health issues for several months. His condition had recently deteriorated, leading to hospitalisation and intensive care, with doctors recommending an urgent kidney transplant. Despite ongoing dialysis and ventilator support, Venkat's condition continued to worsen. Widely recognised for his distinct and effortless comic timing, Fish Venkat was a familiar face in Telugu cinema, with a career spanning more than 100 films. He was introduced to the industry by the late filmmaker Dasari Narayana Rao in the movie Sammakka Sarakka. His performances in films like Kushi, Bunny, Adhurs, Gabbar Singh, DJ Tillu, Slum Dog Husband, and Coffee with a Killer earned him a loyal fanbase and critical appreciation. Also Read | Veteran Tamil actor-filmmaker Velu Prabhakaran passes away In recent weeks, Venkat's daughter Shravanthi publicly appealed for financial assistance to fund his kidney transplant, which was estimated to cost around Rs 50 lakh. While some misleading reports claimed that actor Prabhas had extended financial aid, the family clarified that these were part of a scam involving impersonation. They told Suman TV, 'Actually, nothing like that happened. We have been answering every call we get to see if anyone can help us. Some unknown person called us pretending to be Prabhas Anna's assistant. We found out after that it was a fake call. He doesn't even know something like this is happening. We have not received any financial help yet.' However, genuine contributions did come in from actor Pawan Kalyan, who donated Rs 2 lakh, actor Vishwak Sen, and a Telangana state minister. But a suitable kidney donor could not be found in time. Fish Venkat is survived by his wife and three children. His untimely death has left fans, colleagues, and the Telugu film fraternity in mourning. The loss comes on the heels of other recent tragedies in the industry, including the deaths of Kota Srinivasa Rao Garu and actor Ravi Teja's father, Rajagopal Raju, deepening the sense of grief within the community.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘₹50 Lakh Donation' rumour: Fish Venkat's family clarifies truth; Says, "No help from Prabhas"
The news that actor Prabhas donated ₹50 lakh to help actor Fish Venkat for his kidney treatment went viral, but later Venkat 's family shared what really happened. Come, let's find out what happened. Rumours about Prabhas donating ₹50 lakh to actor Fish Venkat Prabhas who is a popular Indian actor who mainly works in Telugu films. He is known for his action roles, humble nature, and strong screen presence. Recently, a news report went viral claiming that Prabhas had donated ₹50 lakh to actor Fish Venkat for his kidney transplant. A lot of media channels and social media handles had posted this news, indicating that Prabhas provided this assistance through his representatives. The kind act of the actor was praised all over the internet, and people applauded him for what he did for a fellow actor in distress. Even Fish Venkat's family initially thought that this proposal was genuine and were relieved thinking that monetary help had arrived from such a big celebrity. Fish Venkat's family confirms the News is false However, the truth came out when Fish Venkat's family did a proper check. In a recent interview, the family revealed that the news about Prabhas donating ₹50 lakh was false. They clarified that someone had called them pretending to be from Prabhas's team. The person on the phone call introduced himself as Prabhas' assistant and told them that ₹50 lakh would be given for the kidney treatment and at that time the family of Fish Venkat, was emotionally vulnerable and they believed the call to be genuine. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gold Is Surging in 2025 — Smart Traders Are Already In IC Markets Learn More Undo But later, they found out it was a fake call, and there was no such offer from Prabhas or his official team. The family of the victim informed in an interview with Suman TV that they never received any financial support from Prabhas or from anyone else on his side. They informed that they were responding to all such calls amid that stressful situation, waiting for someone to come forward and help them sincerely. They learned later that the assurance of ₹50 lakh was totally false. The family also said that they never intended to mislead anyone and were simply narrating what they had been informed on the call. Other celebrities extend financial support to Fish Venkat Even though the Prabhas donation turned out to be false, other celebrities did come forward to help Fish Venkat. Actor Vishwak Sen donated ₹2 lakh to support his treatment. Apart from him, popular actor and politician Pawan Kalyan also extended financial help earlier. These contributions were confirmed and appreciated by the family. The public and fans have acknowledged the genuine support given by these stars.
