Ramoji Rao No More: Kangana Ranaut Calls Him 'Titan of Indian Media', SS Rajamouli Demands Bharat Ratna

Kangana Ranaut took to her Instagram stories on Saturday morning to pay tribute to Ramoji Rao Garu. Media personality, who was also the founder of the popular Ramoji film city, passed away earlier today. He breathed his last at a hospital in Hyderabad at the age of 88.

Sharing a picture of Ramoji Rao, Kangana penned down an emotional note and called him the “titan of Indian media”. “A titan of Indian media, his influence on journalism, films and entertainment leaves an enduring legacy. Shri Ramoji Rao Garu’s remarkable work and passion for India’s development will be remembered forever. My heartfelt condolences, Om Shanti,” she wrote.

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli also talked about Ramoji Rao’s work in his tribute note on X and demanded a Bharat Ratna for him. “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,” he wrote.

Ramoji Rao Garu was honoured with the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian award, in 2016.

Meanwhile, among others, Jr NTR also penned down a long note on his X handle and called the news of Rao’s demise “very sad”. “Visionaries like Sri Ramoji Rao are one in a million. A media tycoon and a giant of Indian cinema, his absence is irreparable. The news that he is no longer with us is very sad,” he wrote.

“I will never forget the memories when I was introduced to the Telugu film industry with the film ‘Ninnu Chhadalani’. May his soul rest in peace and convey my deepest condolences to his family,” the actor, who will soon be seen in War 2, added.

Ram Charan, who is currently shooting for Game Changer, also paid tributes to Rao on the film’s sets. A photo of the Telugu superstar with his crew has surfaced on social media.

Allu Arjun also remembered Rao and wrote, “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 to his family and loved ones. May his great soul rest in peace.”

Superstar Chiranjeevi also paid his tributes to Rao and wrote, “Even the mighty Meru mountain bows down; deeply saddened by the news. Om Shanti.”

Rest in peace, Ramoji Rao Garu!