Industrial and media baron Ramoji Rao, founder of Ramoji Film City, passed away due to prolonged illness. Reports suggest that he was admitted to Star Hospital in Hyderabad on June 5 after he complained of breathing ailments and high blood pressure. But the business tycoon succumbed to the ailments followed by a few health complications which resulted in his demise in the early hours of Saturday, June 8.
Prior to that, readers may also be aware that he battled colon cancer. Speaking about his health condition, a family member was quoted in the Hindustan Times report saying, “He was being treated with ventilator support and was in a critical condition. He breathed his last at Star Hospitals at Nanakramguda at around 4.50 am. His body is being taken to his residence in the Ramoji Film City on the outskirts of Hyderabad in a while.”
Many from the film industry who closely worked with Ramoji Rao took to social media to offer their condolences and share their grievances.
Deeply saddened by the passing of #RamojiRao Garu, a pioneer and an inspiring visionary whom I deeply respect. I feel his aura every time I shoot at #RFC. His unparalleled contributions to the media, cinema, and many other industries will never be forgotten. Heartfelt condolences…
— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) June 8, 2024
Deeply saddened by the passing of #RamojiRao garu. My heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult time.
His legacy will continue to inspire many. May his soul rest in peace.
Om Shanti ???????? pic.twitter.com/xQDrMebel7
— Kajal Aggarwal (@MsKajalAggarwal) June 8, 2024
ఎవ్వరికీ తలవంచని మేరు పర్వతం ..
దివి కేగింది ???????????? ఓం శాంతి ???? pic.twitter.com/a8H8t9Tzvf
— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) June 8, 2024
శ్రీ రామోజీ రావు గారు లాంటి దార్శనీకులు నూటికో కోటికో ఒకరు. మీడియా సామ్రాజ్యాధినేత మరియూ భారతీయ సినిమా దిగ్గజం అయినటువంటి ఆయన లేని లోటు ఎప్పటికీ పూడ్చలేనటువంటిది. ఆయన మన మధ్యన ఇక లేరు అనే వార్త చాలా బాధాకరం.
‘నిన్ను చూడాలని’ చిత్రంతో నన్ను తెలుగు సినీ పరిశ్రమకి పరిచయం… pic.twitter.com/ly5qy3nVUm
— Jr NTR (@tarak9999) June 8, 2024
Ramoji Rao garu was a true visionary whose revolutionary work in Indian media has left an unforgettable legacy. His contributions to journalism and cinema have inspired so many. He will be missed dearly. Heartfelt condolences to his loved ones. May his soul rest in peace ???????? pic.twitter.com/YKEDaEHeCT
— Venkatesh Daggubati (@VenkyMama) June 8, 2024
Deepest condolences at the demise of a legend, a pioneer in the world of cinema, founder of #RamojiRaoStudios , Shri #RamojiRao gaaru.
May his soul rest in peace.
Om Shanti. ???????????? pic.twitter.com/fckLEbYJ0f— KhushbuSundar (Modi ka Parivaar) (@khushsundar) June 8, 2024
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
ONE man with his 50 years of resilience, hardwork and innovation provided employment, livelihood and hope for millions. ????????????????
The only way we can pay tribute to Ramoji Rao garu is conferring him with "BHARAT RATNA"
— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) June 8, 2024
Ramoji Rao is survived by his wife Rama Devi and son Kiran. Apart from being the founder of one of the biggest film shooting locations in the country, Rao was also the owner of several media publications like Eenadu Telugu Daily, ETV network channels, a production house named Usha Kiran Movies, and also owned companies in other industries like Chit Funds, Food and Beverages, Apparels and also Film Distribution.
We at Bollywood Hungama express our heartfelt condolences to the Rao family.
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