Ramoji Rao Passes Away at 87: MM Keeravani, SS Rajamouli Arrive to Pay Their Last Respect At Ramoji Rao Film City
Hyderabad: India has lost one of its most influential figures in Indian cinemas. The death of Ramoji Rao took the internet by storm when he was declared dead at age 87. The veteran producer, founded popular media platforms Eenadu and Ramoji Film City, drew his last breath in Hyderabad in the early hours of Saturday. Renowned music producer and director MM Keeravani and RRR director SS Rajamouli paid their last respects. Scroll down to find more details.
MM Keeravani, Rajamouli Arrive To Pay Last Respects At Ramoji Rao Film City
The Telugu film industry along with other cinema industries mourned at Ramoji Rao’s death. Reports by ANI referred that Rao, who had been battling an illness, peacefully passed away while under medical supervision at a nearby hospital. He took his last breath at precisely 3:45 am. In another video shared by the media agencies, it shows filmmaker SS Rajamouli and music director MM Keeravani were emotional while paying tribute to Eenadu & Ramoji Film City founder Ramoji Rao at the Film City.
Rajamouli arrived at the film city to pay the last respects along with his wife. The Baahubali director is seen in deep pain after the loss of Ramoji Rao. Apart from Keeravani and Rajamouli. Prominent Telugu actor Jr NTR also arrived at the film city to pay the last respects to Late Ramoji.
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#WATCH | Hyderabad, Telangana: Film director S. S. Rajamouli, Composer MM Keeravani and others pay last respects to Eenadu & Ramoji Film City founder Ramoji Rao at the Film City.
(Video Source: ETV) pic.twitter.com/VHAVmmrPup
— ANI (@ANI) June 8, 2024
PM Modi Shares Expresses Condolences
Upon the sad departure of Rao, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended a heartfelt condolence to Rao’s loved ones, his allies, and his countless admirers.
Pm Modi through his emotional tweet expressed his grief and wrote, “The passing away of Shri Ramoji Rao Garu is extremely saddening. He was a visionary who revolutionized Indian media. His rich contributions have left an indelible mark on journalism and the world of films. Through his noteworthy efforts, he set new standards for innovation and excellence in the media and entertainment world (sic).”
“Ramoji Rao Garu was extremely passionate about India’s development. I am fortunate to have got several opportunities to interact with him and benefit from his wisdom. Condolences to his family, friends and countless admirers during this difficult time. Om Shanti (sic),” Modi further added.
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The passing away of Shri Ramoji Rao Garu is extremely saddening. He was a visionary who revolutionized Indian media. His rich contributions have left an indelible mark on journalism and the world of films. Through his noteworthy efforts, he set new standards for innovation and… pic.twitter.com/siC7aSHUxK
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 8, 2024
Tamil Actor Rajinikanth Expresses His Condolences
Tamil actor, Rajinikanth on Saturday expressed his condolences and wrote, “I am deeply saddened on hearing the demise of my mentor and well wisher Shri Ramoji Rao Garu. The man who created history in Journalism, Cinema and a great kingmaker in Politics. He was my guide and inspiration in my life. May his soul rest in peace. @Ramoji_FilmCity (sic).”
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I am deeply saddened on hearing the demise of my mentor and well wisher Shri Ramoji Rao Garu. The man who created history in Journalism, Cinema and a great kingmaker in Politics. He was my guide and inspiration in my life. May his soul rest in peace. @Ramoji_FilmCity
— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) June 8, 2024
Telugu Fame Ram Gopal Varma Shares His Condolences
Telugu star, Ram Gopal Varma got emotional and wrote, “Ramoji Rao’s death is unbelievable because he from an individual metamorphosed into an institution.The telugu states won’t be same without his towering personality looming over the horizon .More than a man, he is a force and i find it difficult to imagine the death of a force (sic).”
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Ramoji Rao’s death is unbelievable because he from an individual metamorphosed into an institution.The telugu states won’t be same without his towering personality looming over the horizon .More than a man, he is a force and i find it difficult to imagine the death of a force pic.twitter.com/yvVRNzikSX
— Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) June 8, 2024
About Ramoji Rao
Born on the 16th of November, 1936, Ramoji Rao was a standout personality in the realms of business, media, and film production. As the head honcho of the influential Ramoji Group, he steered the dramatic success stories of a host of ventures. These include the flamboyant Ramoji Film City, the widely read Eenadu newspaper, the bouquet of TV channels under the ETV Network, and the prestigious Usha Kiran Movies – a name that resonates in the corridors of film production.
Ramoji Rao is a diverse entrepreneur who has his fingers in several pies, including the Margadarsi Chit Fund, the Dolphin Hotel chain, the famed Kalanjali shopping center, the appetizing Priya pickles venture, and the illustrious Mayuri Film Distributors.
