How Did Chiranjeevi and Vishnu Manchu Honor Kota Srinivasa Rao?

Mumbai, July 13 (NationPress) The film industry is in deep sorrow following the passing of veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao. Megastar Chiranjeevi and actor-producer Vishnu Manchu have shared their heartfelt tributes on social media, reflecting on the legacy of the legendary actor.

Chiranjeevi expressed his sorrow through his X account, recalling Rao's immense impact on Indian cinema. He shared in Telugu, which translates to, “The news of the passing of the legendary actor and multi-talented personality Sri Kota Srinivasa Rao garu has deeply saddened me. We both began our film careers together with the movie 'Praanam Khareedu.' Since then, he acted in hundreds of films, portraying a wide range of characters. With his distinctive and unique style, Sri Kota captured the hearts of Telugu audiences and became a permanent fixture in their memories.

“Whether it was a comedic villain, a serious antagonist, or a supporting role, every character he played was performed so brilliantly that only he could have done them justice. His recent personal tragedy within the family affected him emotionally in a profound way. The absence of a gifted actor like Sri Kota Srinivasa Rao is an irreplaceable loss to the film industry and to all cinema lovers. Praying for peace to his soul, I extend my deepest condolences to his family members, well-wishers, and fans.”

Vishnu Manchu also took to social media to pay his respects, stating that the veteran actor will be fondly remembered for his invaluable contributions to cinema. Along with an image of the late actor, Manchu tweeted, “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 rare mastery that only a few are blessed with.”

He further added, “I had the good fortune of working with him in quite a few films, and I grew up watching him in many more. His work shaped my admiration for cinema. To his family, my deepest condolences. We may have lost him physically, but his art, his laughter, and his soul will live on in every scene he graced. Rest in peace, sir. You will be missed. You will be remembered. Always.”

Veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away at the age of 83 on Sunday at his residence in Filmnagar, Hyderabad, after battling a prolonged illness over the past few days. Hailing from the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, Rao began his film career with the 1978 movie “Pranam Khareedhu.” Over the course of more than four decades, he appeared in over 750 films, leaving a lasting mark on Telugu cinema.