India, Nov. 14 -- Veteran Telugu actor Yerra Seshagiri Rao, popularly known as Giri Babu, passed away at the age of 80 at a private hospital in Hyderabad on Saturday. His death has prompted an outpouring of condolences from members of the Telugu film industry and political circles, with prominent actors remembering his contribution to cinema and his personal warmth.

Giri Babu, who built a long career in Telugu cinema as an actor, producer and director, was reportedly undergoing treatment for age-related health complications. His passing has left his family, colleagues and fans mourning the loss of a familiar face in the Telugu film industry.

Actors Chiranjeevi and Nandamuri Balakrishna were among those who paid emotional tributes, recal...