Mahesh Babu’s mother Indira Devi passes away, Chiranjeevi leads Tollywood in paying tribute

Mahesh Babu's mother Indira Devi passed away at her residence in Hyderabad at the age of 70.

Hyderabad | September 28, 2022 10:25 AM IST

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Indira Devi was 70.

Actor Mahesh Babu’s mother and veteran superstar Krishna’s wife Indira Devi passed away in the wee hours of Wednesday in Hyderabad. She was 70.

Indira Devi’s mortal remains will be kept at Padmalaya Studios from 9 am to 12 pm so that people can pay tribute. The funeral will take place at Maha Prasthanam.

Paying his tributes to Indira Devi, Chiranjeevi wrote on Twitter, “The news about the demise of Mrs. Indira Devi has made me sad. Wishing the mother to rest in peace. I express my deepest condolences to Superstar Krishna, brother Mahesh Babu and all the family members.”

Director Bobby wrote, “Saddened about the Passing away of #Indira Amma, May her soul rest in peace. Heartfelt condolences to Superstar #Krishna garu, @urstrulyMahesh Garu and the family for their great loss.”

Sreenu Vaitla, who directed Mahesh in Dookudu and Athadu, took to social media and wrote, “I was devastated by the tragedies in Super Star Krishna garu’s family and the demise of Srimathi Indiramma garu struck me very hard. I have great admiration for this affectionate family and highest respect for Indiramma garu. My deepest condolences to Krishna garu, @urstrulyMahesh, Padma garu, Manjula garu, Priyadarisini and entire family. Rest In Peace Amma.”

Indira Devi is survived by her husband Krishna, daughters Padmavathi, Manjula, Priyadarshini, and son Mahesh Babu. Her elder son Ramesh Babu passed away in January.

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