Nandamuri Harikrishna passes away; Baahubali actress Anushka Shetty, Ram Charan Teja attend funeral

August 30, 2018 - 7:48 PM IST

A day ago, South industry went into shock when they realized that their beloved politician Nandamuri Harikrishna, son of NTR died during a car accident. The accident happened in Telangana, followed by which he was immediately rushed to the hospital. His demise has left everyone in the Tollywood shocked and many came to the funeral to pay their last respects to him. Present at the funeral were his sons Jr. NTR and Kalyan Ram.

Nandamuri Harikrishna passes away; Baahubali actress Anushka Shetty, Ram Charan Teja attend funeral

Amongst the many were Baahubali star Anushka Shetty, actor Pawan Kalyan, Tollywood superstar Chiranjeevi and his actor-producer son Ram Charan Teja amongst others. The funeral was held at the Nandamuri family farm at Murutuzaguda near Mehdipatnam in Hyderabad.

Considering that he belongs to a very influential family and being an actor, producer and politician, the funeral was attended by everyone from politicians to film stars. Also, the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu too attended the funeral ceremony of his brother-in-law. On the other hand, Nandamuri Harikrishna was much respected in the state and hence he was wrapped in the flag of TDP [Telugu Desam Party] for the contribution he has made.

Besides that, the celebrities who couldn’t make it to the funeral decided to showcase their respect to the actor-politician by taking to social media and expressing their shock over the news:

Heartbroken by the news of the demise of Nandamuri Harikrishna garu, extending my condolences to the family @NANDAMURIKALYAN & @tarak9999 , may they find the courage to deal with this loss.
— Tamannaah Bhatia (@tamannaahspeaks) August 29, 2018

చాలా రోజులు ఐయింది నిన్ను చూసి, కలవాలి తమ్ముడు..that’s what he said a few weeks ago and now he is gone.all I feel is a void,I will miss you Anna!!!! pic.twitter.com/T9epx3ZEEk
— Nagarjuna Akkineni (@iamnagarjuna) August 29, 2018

Really sorry to hear the news.
Strength to Tarak, Kalyan Ram and the family to withstand this tragic moment. Rest in peace Harikrishna garu.
— Kajal Aggarwal (@MsKajalAggarwal) August 29, 2018

Deeply saddened by the news of Harikrishna garu's untimely demise. May his soul rest in peace. Strength and love to my brother @tarak9999 and his entire family in this time of grief.
— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) August 29, 2018

Extremely saddened to hear about the sudden demise of Shri Nandamuri Harikrishna. My condolences to Balakrishna garu, Tarak, Kalyan Ram & the whole Nandamuri family. Rest in peace, Sir.
— Allu Sirish (@AlluSirish) August 29, 2018

Very disheartening and shocking to hear the sudden demise of Mr. Nandamuri Harikrishna Garu in a road accident. My deepest condolences To his family. may his soul rest in peace.
— Vishal (@VishalKOfficial) August 29, 2018

Shocked at the tragic passing of Shri Nandamuri Harikrishna garu. My deepest condolences to his family & loved ones and may God give them strength to face this loss. I offer my prayers for his soul to Rest in Peace
— Gautami (@gautamitads) August 29, 2018

Deeply saddened to hear that #NandamuriHariKrishna Garu is no more. My deepest condolences to the family and dear ones.
— Simran (@SimranbaggaOffc) August 29, 2018

Really shocked and sad to hear about the sudden demise of Nandamuri Harikrishna garu Junior NTR's PAPA . I worked with Junior NTR in 2 films.I did not know his father personally , but I know the pain must be immense because I just lost my mother.God give them strength
— Bhumika Chawla (@bhumikachawlat) August 30, 2018

Extremely sad on hearing the news about Nandamuri Harikrishna Garu. My condolences to #BalakrishnaGaru and may God give strength to the family ????????
— Raveena Tandon (@TandonRaveena) August 30, 2018