Tollywood Mourns Demise Of Jaya Prakash Reddy

Telugu senior actor Jaya Prakash Reddy passed away today at his residence in Guntur. The 74-year-old breathed his last following a cardiac arrest. Hailing from Allagadda in Kurnool district, Jaya Prakash Reddy was immensely popular for villainy roles with his trademark Rayalaseema dialect.

Several actors and filmmakers from the Telugu film fraternity took to social media and mourned the death of Jaya Prakash Reddy.

Chiranjeevi: Deeply pained at the demise of Sri.Jayaprakashreddy garu.

Venkatesh: I am extremely sad to hear about the sudden demise of my dear friend. #Jayaprakashreddy garu. We were such a great combination on screen. Will definitely miss him. #RIP Praying for his family and loved ones

Balakrishna: Nandamuri Balakrishna took to Facebook and wrote, "The death of Jaya Prakash Reddy is a great loss. He entertained the audience with so many great characters. I pay my condolences to his family. I wish his soul rests in peace."

Mahesh Babu: Saddened by the passing of #JayaPrakashReddy garu. One of TFI's finest actor-comedians. Will always cherish the experience of working with him. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.

NTR: అద్భుతమైన నటనతో అందరినీ అలరించిన జయప్రకాష్ రెడ్డి గారు ఇక లేరు అనే వార్త బాధాకరం. ఆయన ఆత్మ కు శాంతి కలగాలని కోరుకుంటున్నాను. Rest in Peace sir Jayaprakash Reddy Garu

Allu Arjun: Saddened to know that Jaya Prakash Reddy Garu is no more . Condolences to the family , near & dear ones . May he Rest in Peace .

Rajamouli: "Shocked & saddened to know about the sudden demise of #JayaPrakashReddy garu," tweeted SS Rajamouli. He added, "Had great times working with him. Thanks for entertaining us with your versatility by portraying some memorable comedy and villain roles over the decades. May your soul rest in peace."

Ravi Teja: Very sad to hear about #JayaPrakashReddy garu. I used to fondly call him Mama. This is a huge loss for all of us. My condolences to the family and loved ones. Rest in peace Mama

Genelia: RIP #Jayaprakashreddy garu .. Remembering fondly our great times at shoots.. Was always fun interacting with you.. Prayers and strength to the family

Kajal: Om Shanti #Jayaprakashreddy Garu. condolences your his family.

Rakul Preet Singh: This is so sad!! Have worked with him in so many films, condolences to the family . RIP jata Prakash reddy garu

Anil Ravipudi: My travel with JP garu has always been special. He's been a part of almost all my films. He treated me like one of his own and used to talk with lots of love. I will surely miss him dearly. Rest in peace sir. You are irreplaceable as an artist and person....

Surender Reddy: Deeply saddened by the demise of brilliant actor #Jayaprakashreddy Garu. My heartfelt condolences to the family and dearest ones. Rest In Peace sir.

Varun Tej: Really sad to hear the news of JayaPrakash Garu’s demise. Thank you for entertaining all of us. My condolences to your family and friends at this time of grief. #RIPJayaPrakashReddy

Mehreen Pirzada: Saddened about the untimely demise of  #JayaPrakashReddy Garu. Huge loss to the industry. Rest in Peace sir

Navdeep: Some people are irreplaceable.... may your soul rest in peace Jayaprakashreddy garu ..

Pranitha Subhash: Such a huge loss to #Telugu cinema, Om Shanti #JayaPrakashReddy

Nara Rohit: Saddened to learn that JayaPrakash Reddy garu has passed away. My heartfelt condolences to the family. Om Santhi !!

Sudheer Babu: Woke up to a terrible news. Rest in peace sir. #JayaprakashReddy

Ram: Dear #Jayaprakashreddy garu..thank you for keeping us entertained..was always in awe of you from the day I met you on the sets of Ready..Rest in peace now sir.

Deva Katta: Very sad to hear about Jayaprakash Reddy gaaru’s demise! One of our best who explored himself lot more in serving our dying theatre! Thank you so much sir for all the memories and giving me an opportunity to work with u and know u in person! May your soul Rest In Peace!