Leaders and celebrities pay homage to Gollapudi Maruthi Rao

Veteran Telugu writer, and actor, Gollapudi Maruthi Rao passed away in Chennai on 12 December, 2019. The actor, from Visakhapatnam, was undergoing treatment at a private hospital, where he breathed his last at around 12 PM. 

Gollapudi Maruthi Rao marked his debut as an actor with Intlo Ramayya Veedhilo Krishnayya in 1982. His filmography includes Challenge, Kallu, Aditya 369, Leader and several other memorable movies. Apart from being a fine actor, Gollapudi Maruthi Rao had also penned numerous novels, books and plays. 

Following the late actor’s demise, leaders of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana offered condolences to his family members. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy stated, “Gollapudi was known for his unique style of dialogue delivery. With his short stories, plays and essays, he has earned a permanent place in the literary and cultural fields”. 

“As an actor and writer, Gollapudi Maruthi Rao’s services were commendable. As a radio presenter, editor, commentator, author and actor, he was a man with multiple talents. Deep condolences to his family and fans,” Tweeted the former AP Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu.

రేడియో, నాటక, టీవీ, సినిమా, పత్రికారంగాలలో తనదైన గుర్తింపును తెచ్చుకున్న బహుముఖ ప్రజ్ఞాశాలి గొల్లపూడి మారుతీరావుగారు. ఆయన మృతి తెలుగువారందరికీ బాధాకరం. ఆయన ఆత్మకు శాంతి చేకూరాలని ప్రార్థిస్తూ, వారి కుటుంబసభ్యులకు, అభిమానులకు నా ప్రగాఢ సానుభూతిని తెలియజేస్తున్నాను. pic.twitter.com/20Vqm3J5Wc

— N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) December 12, 2019

Telangana CMO shared on Twitter, “CM Sri KCR has expressed shock over the demise of noted writer, actor and columnist Sri Gollapudi Maruthi Rao. Recalled and hailed the services rendered by Sri Maruthi Rao to the Telugu cinema and Telugu literature. Conveyed condolences to the bereaved family members”.

CM Sri KCR has expressed shock over the demise of noted writer, actor and columnist Sri Gollapudi Maruthi Rao. Recalled and hailed the services rendered by Sri Maruthi Rao to the Telugu cinema and Telugu literature. Conveyed condolences to the bereaved family members.

— Telangana CMO (@TelanganaCMO) December 12, 2019

Several personalities from the Telugu film fraternity took to social media and paid homage to the veteran actor.

Deeply saddened by the sudden demise of #GollapudiMaruthiRao garu. His contribution to the TFI remains unparalleled. We have lost a gem. Heartfelt condolences to the family and dear ones. Rest in peace Sir ?

— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) December 12, 2019

Gollapudi Maruthi Rao gaaru, one of my most favourites.
The way he spoke and the way he acted always felt so familiar and family like. You will always be remembered Sir ??

— Nani (@NameisNani) December 12, 2019

Shocked to hear about the demise of versatile actor and writer Gollapudi Maruthi Rao garu. Your works are always the reference points to many aspiring writers sir. Your contribution to TFI is unforgettable. Rest in peace ? #gollapudimaruthirao#RIPGollapudiMaruthiRao pic.twitter.com/CsJXm6Dmhd

— MM*??❤️ (@HeroManoj1) December 12, 2019

ఆయన రచన…. ఆయన నటన…. ఎప్పటికీ మరువలేము….. గొల్లపూడి మారుతి రావు గారి ఆత్మ కి శాంతి కలగాలని ప్రార్థిస్తున్నాను pic.twitter.com/lR06XKdlmz

— Anil Ravipudi (@AnilRavipudi) December 12, 2019