Tollywood actor Ravi Teja’s father, Bhupathi Rajagopal Raju, passed away at age 90 in Hyderabad due to health-related complications. His death is a huge loss to the Telugu film industry. According to media sources, he breathed his last at Ravi Teja’s residence in Hyderabad.
A Humble Man from Andhra Pradesh
Bhupathi Rajagopal Raju hailed from Jaggampeta, Andhra Pradesh. Coming from a modest background, he led a simple and grounded life. He was professionally a pharmacist and mostly stayed away from the limelight, despite Ravi Teja being one of the most sought-after actors in Tollywood.
Condolences Pour In
After the news of his passing broke, members of the Telugu film fraternity, well-wishers, and pharmaceutical colleagues began expressing their condolences.
Family in Mourning
The family is currently mourning the loss, and relatives have started arriving to attend the last rites. Bhupathi Rajagopal Raju is survived by his wife Rajya Lakshmi and sons Ravi Teja and Raghu Raju. His elder son, Bharath Raju, had passed away a few years ago.
Double Tragedy for Tollywood
The timing of his death has been particularly hard for the industry, coming just days after the demise of veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao. The Tollywood community is in collective grief.
Chiranjeevi’s Tribute
Actor Chiranjeevi expressed his sorrow on social media, writing:
“I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ravi Teja’s father, Rajagopal Raju garu. I last met him on the sets of Waltair Veerayya. In this difficult time, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family. I pray for his soul to rest in peace.”
Ravi Teja Pauses Work Commitments
Ravi Teja, who was last seen in Mr. Bachchan (2024), was preparing for his upcoming film slated for release on August 27. Following his father’s death, he has put all film-related commitments on hold.