"Forever my hero": Mahesh Babu remembers his father Ghattamaneni Krishna on birth anniversary
Hyderabad, May 31
Actor Mahesh Babu has paid glowing tributes to his father, late veteran actor Ghattamaneni Krishna, on his birth anniversary, describing him "forever my hero".
"Forever my hero....Happy Birthday Nanna," Mahesh Babu wrote, sharing a picture with his father.
The post quickly grabbed attention, with many remembering the late legend.
Mahesh Babu's wife, Namrata Shirodkar, also reacted with heart emojis.
Veteran Telugu actor Ghattamaneni Krishna passed away in Hyderabad on November 15, 2022. The legendary icon suffered a cardiac arrest on November 14 and was put on a ventilator. He was 79 years old.
Krishna was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2009 for his contributions to cinema. He acted in more than 350 films and is credited with introducing many firsts to Telugu cinema, including Cinemascope, Eastmancolor, and DTS.
Mahesh Babu is known for sharing deep admiration for his late father, often referring to the late Ghattamaneni Krishna as his inspiration.
On the work front for Mahesh Babu, the actor is gearing up for his next film, 'Varanasi' with SS Rajamouli.
Headlined by Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, 'Varanasi' has already generated immense buzz among fans and industry watchers alike.
Last year, SS Rajamouli announced the title of the film and introduced the character of Mahesh Babu, who was seen riding an ox while holding a trishul in his hands.
The movie is set to hit theatres on April 7, 2027.
— ANI
Reader Comments
It's heartwarming to see such respect for our elders. Krishna garu literally shaped Telugu cinema with his innovations. I'm not even from Andhra but his films were a craze in Tamil Nadu too! #Legend
Mahesh Babu is a class act. always says the right things about his father. But I hope he doesn't get too emotional and lose focus on 'Varanasi' - SS Rajamouli movie is a big responsibility for all involved. Still, lovely tribute.
I've seen some of Krishna's old films. He was a pioneer, no doubt about it. It's nice to see the next generation honoring their legacy. Looking forward to seeing Mahesh in Rajamouli's epic.
Such a sweet post 😢 It reminds me of my own father. These family bonds are everything, especially in our culture. And yes, Krishna garu was a true movie giant - 350 films is insane!
Respect for Mahesh Babu keeping his father's legacy alive. Even Namrata reacting with hearts shows it's a family affair. Hope 'Varanasi' does justice to his father's memory and his own career.
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