HYDERABAD: Cherukuri Ramoji Rao, the renowned media magnate and founder of Eenadu and Ramoji Film City, passed away early Saturday morning at the age of 87. He breathed his last at 3:45 am while undergoing treatment at Star Hospital in Hyderabad.

Ramoji Rao was the driving force behind the Ramoji Group, which managed a diverse portfolio of businesses, including the world-famous Ramoji Film City, known as the largest film production facility globally. His legacy in media, cinema, and business continues to inspire many.

Legacy and Business Ventures

Ramoji Rao's influence extended beyond media. His ventures included the Margadarsi Chit Fund, the Dolphin Group of hotels, Kalanjali shopping mall, Priya pickles, and Mayuri Film Distributors.

Tributes from the Film Fraternity

Members of the Telugu film industry expressed their heartfelt condolences. NTR Jr., deeply affected by Rao's passing, praised his visionary contributions to cinema and media. He fondly recalled his initiation into the Telugu film industry through the movie "Ninnu Choodalani."

Chiranjeevi, in his condolences, described Ramoji Rao as a "great mountain that never bowed to anyone." Actors Manoj Manchu and Sudheer Babu also paid tribute, acknowledging Rao's inspiring journey and his profound impact on the media and film industry.

Esteemed media tycoon and founder of Eenadu and Ramoji Film City, Cherukuri Ramoji Rao, was a visionary entrepreneur who left an indelible mark on the media and entertainment industry. Based in Hyderabad, Rao's legacy includes the establishment of Ramoji Film City, the largest integrated film studio complex in the world. Beyond his contributions to cinema, Rao also pioneered diverse business ventures such as the Margadarsi Chit Fund, Dolphin Group of hotels, Kalanjali shopping mall, Priya pickles, and Mayuri Film Distributors. His impact on the Telugu film industry and media landscape is widely recognized and cherished.

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