In 2025, the world said goodbye to many celebrated personalities who shaped entertainment and culture in their own way. Though they are no longer with us, their work and influence will always be remembered.
Let’s have a look now:
1. Kota Srinivasa Rao:
Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away on July 13, 2025. Known for his versatile performances across all kinds of roles, his death was a major loss to Telugu cinema. His wife Rukmini also passed away on August 18, 2025.
2. Siva Shakthi Datta:
Famous lyricist and writer Siva Shakthi Datta, also the father of music director Keeravani, passed away on July 8, 2025. He contributed as a writer to major films like Baahubali and RRR.
3. Fish Venkat:
Comedy villain Fish Venkat, who appeared in many Telugu films, passed away on July 18, 2025. His family said he died due to health problems and lack of money for treatment.
4. Mukul Dev:
Actor Mukul Dev, known for his roles in films like Krishna and Adhurs, passed away on May 23, 2025. He was the brother of popular villain Rahul Dev.
5. A.S. Ravi Kumar Chowdary:
Director A.S. Ravi Kumar Chowdary, known for hit films like Yagnam and Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham, passed away on June 10, 2025, due to health issues.
6. Aparna Malladi:
Director Aparna Malladi, who became known for the web series Posh Pories and later directed Pellikuturu Party, passed away at a young age due to a heart attack.
7. Dharmendra:
Bollywood legend Dharmendra, best known for films like Sholay, passed away on November 24, 2025, due to health issues. His death deeply shocked the entire Indian film industry.
8. Kiran Kumar alias KK:
Director Kiran Kumar, who made his debut with Nagarjuna’s KD, passed away on December 17, 2025. His film KJQ is ready for release.
9. Allu Kanakaratnam:
Allu Kanakaratnam, grandmother of actor Allu Arjun, passed away on August 30, 2025.
10. Bhupatiraju Rajagopal Raju:
Bhupatiraju Rajagopal Raju, father of actor Ravi Teja, passed away on July 15, 2025.
