Jr NTR's actor-politician brother Nandamuri Taraka Ratna passes away at 39!

Nandamuri Taraka Ratna, the elder brother of 'RRR' actor Jr NTR, has passed away at the age of 39. The actor-cum-politician breathed his last on Saturday (February 18) at the Narayana Hrudayalaya hospital in Bangalore (where he was admitted for quite some time now).

In January, Taraka Ratna had collapsed in political rally after suffering a cardiac arrest and was under treatment at the hospital since then.

Nandamuri Taraka Ratna made his film debut in 2003 with 'Okato Number Kurraadu'

For the unversed, Nandamuri Taraka Ratna was a leader from the Telugu Desam Party (TDP). He was the grandson of Telugu actor and former Andhra Pradesh chief minister of N. T. Rama Rao. Taraka Ratna is survived by his wife and daughters.

In a career spanning two decades, he has acted in many film down south. The actor made his cinematic debut in 2003 with the film 'Okato Number Kurraadu'. Post this, he featured in a number of films as lead and also as the antagonist.

South Indian film industry mourns the demise of Nandamuri Taraka Ratna

The sudden demise of Nandamuri Taraka Ratna has sent shock waves across the South film industry. Several Tollywood actors like Chiranjeevi, Allu Arjun, Mahesh Babu have mourned his demise.

Shocked and deeply saddened by the untimely demise of #TarakaRatna. Gone way too soon brother... My thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones during this time of grief. ????

— Mahesh Babu ( urstrulyMahesh) February 18, 2023

Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi took to social media amd penned an emotional note stating how hard working Nandamuri was and that he's going to miss his presence around.

Deeply saddened to learn of the
tragic premature demise of #NandamuriTarakaRatna
Such bright, talented, affectionate young man .. gone too soon! ???? ????
Heartfelt condolences to all the family members and fans! May his Soul Rest in Peace! శివైక్యం ???????? pic.twitter.com/noNbOLKzfX

— Chiranjeevi Konidela ( KChiruTweets) February 18, 2023

Similarly, 'Pushpa- The Rise' actor Allu Arjun said he is shocked and heartbroken at the passing away of Taraka Ratna garu. He took to twitter and offered condolences to the family, friends and fans of the late actor.

Heartbroken to learn of the passing away of #TarakaRatna garu. Gone to soon ????. My deepest condolences to his family, friends & fans. May he rest in peace.

— Allu Arjun ( alluarjun) February 18, 2023