The Telugu film industry mourned the loss of the iconic actor Kota Srinivasa Rao, who passed away at 83. His funeral gathered stars like Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan paying their respects. Brahmanandam’s emotional tribute at the funeral captured hearts. With a career spanning over 750 films, Kota Srinivasa Rao’s impact on Indian cinema is immeasurable. The Padma Shri awardee in 2015, Kota Garu’s legacy lives on through his memorable characters. Social media flooded with condolences from celebrities like Mahesh Babu and Ram Charan.