Hyderabad: Veteran Telugu actor Giri Babu, who entertained audiences with several memorable roles over the years, passed away on Saturday at the age of 80. His death has left the Telugu film industry mourning the loss of an actor who remained part of the industry for several decades.
YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) president and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy also paid tribute to the actor, remembering his association with his family and his contribution to Telugu cinema.
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In a post that he shared on X, Reddy recalled that Giri Babu was a close friend of his father and an active member of his party. He also spoke about the actor’s contribution as a performer and filmmaker. “The news of the passing of Giribabu garu, a close friend of my father and an active member of our party, has deeply saddened me. Through his distinctive acting, he brought many characters to life and earned a special place in the hearts of Telugu audiences. Giribabu garu’s contributions to Telugu cinema as an actor, director and producer will be remembered forever. Praying for peace to his soul, I convey my deepest condolences to his family members.”
