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Sr actor Giri Babu breathes his last

By Rambabu Updated at: 2026-11-14 11:36:09 AM IST
Sr actor Giri Babu breathes his last

Giri Babu, senior actor, director and producer passed away today leaving all tear struck. He passed away due to age related health issues while receiving treatment at KIMS, Hyderabad.

Giri Babu was born as Yerra Seshagiri Rao on 8 June 1943 in Ravinuthala village, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh and entered film industry with Jagame Maya in 1973.He starred in more than 600 films and made a name for himself.

He made an impact as a villain, comedian and character actor and shared screen presence with stalwarts like N.T. Rama Rao, Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Krishna, Chiranjeevi and Nagarjuna. . He went on to produce films like Devathalara Deevinchandi, Simha Garjana and Merupu Daadi, and directed Ranarangam, Indrajith and Nee Sukhame Ne Korukunna. He was the father of renowned actor Raghu Babu.

Condolenses are pouring in from all quarters and Cinejosh expresses hearfelt condolences to the bereaved family.

-- Nirvighn Nandivada

Giri Babu