Hyderabad, July 16 -- Popular Telugu actor Ravi Teja's father, Rajagopal Raju, passed away on Tuesday in Hyderabad.

As the news of his death emerged, condolences poured in from across the Telugu film industry and fans alike.

Actor Chiranjeevi shared a picture with Rajagopal Raju and recalled meeting him on the sets of "Waltair Veerayya" (2023).

"I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Brother Ravi Teja's father. I last met him on the sets of Waltair Veerayya. He was very cheerful and spoke with great enthusiasm. In this difficult time, my heartfelt condolences to his family. I pray that his soul finds peace," he wrote in a heartfelt message on X.

https://x.com/KChiruTweets/status/1945349899626910075

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