Veteran Telugu actor Giri Babu passes away in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Veteran Telugu film actor Giri Babu passed away on Saturday while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Kondapur. He had been suffering from age-related illness for some time.

Born on June 8, 1946, in Ravinuthala village of Korisapadu mandal in Prakasam district, Giri Babu made his silver screen debut with the film Jagame Maya. Over a prolific career spanning several decades, he earned acclaim across diverse roles as a hero, antagonist, and character artist.

Beyond acting, he also made his mark as a filmmaker. He produced films such as Simha Garjana, Merupudadi, and Indrajith, and directed movies including Ranarangam, Indrajith, and Nee Sukhame Ne Korukunna. His final screen appearance was in the 2023 film Anni Manchi Sakunamule.

Giri Babu’s wife passed away due to illness in 2016. He is survived by two sons, Bose Babu and Raghu Babu, the latter being a well-known comedian in Telugu cinema.