Versatile and legendary Telugu actor Kota Srinivasa Rao has passed away at the age of 83. He breathed his last at 4 AM today after battling a prolonged illness. The news came as a shock to the Telugu film industry.
Several Prominent Figures from the film and Political Fraternity Expressed and Paid their respects. Chiranjeevi, Balakrishna, Mohan Babu, Jr NTR, Brahmanandam, Tanikella Bharani, Sree Vishnu, Samantha, Vishal, and others offered their condolences.
Political leaders including N. Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, and M. Venkaiah Naidu also paid tribute, some in person and others on social media. The final rites will be held this evening in Hyderabad.
Though Kota Srinivasa Rao has left us, his legacy as a gifted actor who portrayed a wide range of roles, from comedian to concerned father to menacing villain, will live on in the hearts of audiences for generations. We at 123telugu offer our deepest condolences. May his soul rest in peace.
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
Kota Srinivasa Rao… put that name. The most acting ingredient.
The moments she played with him on my cinema journey is forever.
I pray to bring peace to his soul. My family members and spirits…– JR ntr (@Tarak9999) July 13, 2025
The death of prominent senior film stars, former MLA and Padma Shri Kota Srinivasarao is a serious problem. The news that the versatile scholar Kota, who has acted in over 700 films in almost 700 films in many Indian languages, is no more. Especially with the elder brother Chiranjeevi…
– Pawan Kalyan (@papawankalyan) July 13, 2025
The death of Kota Srinivasa Rao’s death is sad. His art service to the cinema and theater for nearly four decades and the roles he played was memorable. He has played the role of a villain and character artist… pic.twitter.com/4C6UL29KPR
– n Chandrababu naidu (@ncbn) July 13, 2025
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 immeasurable..Sir #kotasrinivasarao Gaaru, you might have gone but your characters will live forever…
– RAM GOPAL VARMA (@rgvzoomin) July 13, 2025
Legendary Actor, versatile
The news that Sri Kota Srinivasa Rao is no more.He started a film career at once with the film ‘Pranam’. After that hundreds of films have been played in many different roles and every character is…
– Chiranjeevi Konidela (@kchirutweets) July 13, 2025
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
Deeply saddened by the passing of Kota Srinivasa Rao garu.
A legendary actor we all grew up admiring. His contribution to cinema is truly unparalleled.
Heartfelt condolences to his family.
About Shanti. Rect– varun tej konidela (@iamvaruntej) July 13, 2025
There was a unique magic in every performance by Kota Srinivasarao Garu, a raw honesty that touched the soul.
His contribution to Indian cinema is timeless and his absence will be profoundly felt. Om Shanti. 🙏
— Sree Vishnu (@sreevishnuoffl) July 13, 2025
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… pic.twitter.com/bMfLFwLEe3
– Vishnu Manchu (@ivishnumanchu) July 13, 2025
A legendary actor and a truly remarkable human being, Padma Shri Kota Srinivasa Rao Garu has left an indelible mark on Telugu cinema.
Heartbroken to hear about the loss of my all time favourite actor.
Your legacy will live on in our hearts and through generations to come sir.
About… pic.twitter.com/EQPBZVnToy– Hands Manchu🙏🏻❤️ (@Heromanians1) July 13, 2025
