Veteran Telugu actor Giri Babu dies at 80

Veteran Telugu actor Yerra Seshagiri Rao, widely known as Giri Babu, passed away at a private hospital in Hyderabad on Saturday after being hospitalized for treatment of age-related ailments. He was 80 years old. Born in Ravinuthala, Prakasam district, Giri Babu began his acting career with Jagame Maya. He started as a lead actor, later transitioning to villain roles and comedy before becoming a regular face in character roles.

Throughout his five-decade career, he appeared in over 600 films and also directed and produced a few. He is survived by three children, including actor Raghu Babu. The Movie Artistes Association (MAA) conveyed condolences to his family, stating that his remains would be kept at the Film Chamber for last respects on Saturday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. His funeral would take place on Sunday between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. at Ravinuthala, near Medarametla.

His death was mourned by several actors and politicians, who took to social media to express their sympathies to his family.