Telugu actor Ravi Teja's father, Bhupathiraju Rajagopal Raju, passed away at the age of 92 due to age-related ailments at his residence in Hyderabad. A pharmacist by profession, Rajagopal Raju led a quiet life away from the limelight. Even after Ravi Teja rose to superstardom in the film industry, he continued working and remained passionate about travelling. The news of his passing was confirmed by the actor's team. He is survived by his wife, Rajya Lakshmi, and two sons, Ravi Teja and Raghu Raju. He also had another son, Bharath Raju, who tragically died in a car accident in Hyderabad a few years ago. There has been an outpouring of support for the actor from his fans and fellow celebrities.<h2>Chiranjeevi offers his condolences</h2>Chiranjeevi offers his condolences via social media: “I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ravi Teja's father, Raj Gopal Raju Garu. I last met him on the sets of Waltair Veerayya. In this difficult time, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family. I pray for his soul to rest in peace.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">సోదరుడు రవి తేజ నాన్నగారి మరణవార్త విని చాలా బాధపడ్డాను. అయన్ని ఆఖరిసారిగా వాల్తేర్ వీరయ్య సెట్లోకలిశాను. చాలా సరదాగా హుషారుగా మాట్లాడేవారు. ఈ కష్ట సమయంలో ఆయన కుటుంబానికి నా హృదయపూర్వక సానుభూతి. ఆయన ఆత్మకు శాంతి కలగాలని కోరుకుంటున్నాను 🙏 <a href="https://t.co/uLbwQ32nPJ">pic.twitter.com/uLbwQ32nPJ</a>&mdash; Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) <a href="https://twitter.com/KChiruTweets/status/1945349899626910075?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Ravi Teja's Film Journey</h2>Ravi Teja started his film career working as an assistant director and would go on to do supporting roles in films like Sindhooram (1997), Manasichi Choodu (1998), and Annayya (2000). He made his debut as a lead in the 1999 film Nee Kosam, which, despite being a failure at the box office, won critical acclaim.&nbsp;It was with the back-to-back success of Itlu Sravani Subramanyam (2001), Aunu Valliddaru Ishta Paddaru! (2002), and Idiot (2002) that he established himself as a star. In a career spanning three decades, the actor has delivered multiple blockbusters and won three Nandi Awards and a Filmfare Award South and is one of the highest-paid actors in Telugu cinema. His last big release was the 2024 action thriller Mr. Bachchan.

Bhupathiraju Rajagopal Raju passes away at 92. He was the father of Telugu star Ravi Teja. The actor's team confirmed the news and that he passed away due to age-related ailments. There has been an outpouring of support for the actor from his fans and fellow celebrities.

Telugu actor Ravi Teja's father, Bhupathiraju Rajagopal Raju, passed away at the age of 92 due to age-related ailments at his residence in Hyderabad. A pharmacist by profession, Rajagopal Raju led a quiet life away from the limelight. Even after Ravi Teja rose to superstardom in the film industry, he continued working and remained passionate about travelling. The news of his passing was confirmed by the actor's team. He is survived by his wife, Rajya Lakshmi, and two sons, Ravi Teja and Raghu Raju. He also had another son, Bharath Raju, who tragically died in a car accident in Hyderabad a few years ago. There has been an outpouring of support for the actor from his fans and fellow celebrities. Chiranjeevi offers his condolences Chiranjeevi offers his condolences via social media: “I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ravi Teja's father, Raj Gopal Raju Garu. I last met him on the sets of Waltair Veerayya. In this difficult time, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family. I pray for his soul to rest in peace.”

Bhupathiraju Rajagopal Raju passes away at 92. He was the father of Telugu star Ravi Teja. The actor's team confirmed the news and that he passed away due to age-related ailments. There has been an outpouring of support for the actor from his fans and fellow celebrities.

Tollywood Star Ravi Teja’s father Bhupathiraju Rajagopal Raju passes away at 92

Actor Ravi Teja and director Harish Shankar have unveiled the first look and title of their upcoming Telugu movie, Mr Bachchan. Paying homage to the legendary Amitabh Bachchan, Teja embodies the iconic star in the movie's poster.

The poster showcases Teja seated on a motorcycle, donning shades, and sporting a long moustache and hairstyle reminiscent of Amitabh Bachchan from the 70s and 80s. An abstract caricature of Amitabh and a cinema hall form the backdrop, with the famous line "Naam Tho Suna Hoga" adorning the poster, a tribute to Amitabh's iconic dialogue.

Sharing his excitement on X, Ravi Teja tweeted, "Mr Bachchan… Naam tho suna hoga. Honoured to play the character with the name of my favourite @SrBachchan saab (sir)."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MrBachchan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MrBachchan</a> Naam tho suna hoga 😉 
 
Honoured to play the character with the name of my favourite <a href="https://twitter.com/SrBachchan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SrBachchan</a> saab 🤗🙏<a href="https://twitter.com/harish2you?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@harish2you</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/peoplemediafcy?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@peoplemediafcy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TSeries?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TSeries</a> <a href="https://t.co/CHMOvgh3bo">pic.twitter.com/CHMOvgh3bo</a>
— Ravi Teja (@RaviTeja_offl) <a href="https://twitter.com/RaviTeja_offl/status/1736240777515155853?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 17, 2023</a></blockquote>
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This collaboration marks the third venture between Ravi Teja and Harish Shankar after their successful films Shock&nbsp;and Mirapakay. Bhagyashri Borse, known for Yaariyan 2, will make her Telugu debut as the lead in Mr Bachchan.

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Scheduled for a 2024 release, the film is produced by TG Vishwa Prasad, co-produced by Vivek Kuchibhotla, with music composed by Mickey J Meyer.

Ravi Teja, who recently starred in Tiger Nageswara Rao, alongside Nupur Sanon, is also set to appear in Eagle, directed by Karthik Gattamneni. It is scheduled for a January 13, 2024 release. The film is produced by TG Vishwa Prasad and Vivek Kuchibhotla under the People Media Factory banner.

Actor Ravi Teja and director Harish Shankar have unveiled the first look and title of their upcoming Telugu movie, Mr Bachchan. Paying homage to the legendary Amitabh Bachchan, Teja embodies the iconic star in the movie's poster.

Actor Ravi Teja and director Harish Shankar have unveiled the first look and title of their upcoming Telugu movie, Mr Bachchan. Paying homage to the legendary Amitabh Bachchan, Teja embodies the iconic star in the movie's poster. The poster showcases Teja seated on a motorcycle, donning shades, and sporting a long moustache and hairstyle reminiscent of Amitabh Bachchan from the 70s and 80s. An abstract caricature of Amitabh and a cinema hall form the backdrop, with the famous line "Naam Tho Suna Hoga" adorning the poster, a tribute to Amitabh's iconic dialogue. Sharing his excitement on X, Ravi Teja tweeted, "Mr Bachchan… Naam tho suna hoga. Honoured to play the character with the name of my favourite @SrBachchan saab (sir)." #MrBachchan Naam tho suna hoga 😉 Honoured to play the character with the name of my favourite @SrBachchan saab 🤗🙏@harish2you @peoplemediafcy @TSeries pic.twitter.com/CHMOvgh3bo — Ravi Teja (@RaviTeja_offl) December 17, 2023 This collaboration marks the third venture between Ravi Teja and Harish Shankar after their successful films Shock and Mirapakay. Bhagyashri Borse, known for Yaariyan 2, will make her Telugu debut as the lead in Mr Bachchan. Also read: Travis Scott's Chicago concert abruptly postponed; fans express frustration online Scheduled for a 2024 release, the film is produced by TG Vishwa Prasad, co-produced by Vivek Kuchibhotla, with music composed by Mickey J Meyer. Ravi Teja, who recently starred in Tiger Nageswara Rao, alongside Nupur Sanon, is also set to appear in Eagle, directed by Karthik Gattamneni. It is scheduled for a January 13, 2024 release. The film is produced by TG Vishwa Prasad and Vivek Kuchibhotla under the People Media Factory banner.

Ravi Teja in and as Mr Bachchan! Check out the first look poster

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Tollywood Star Ravi Teja’s father Bhupathiraju Rajagopal Raju passes away at 92

Ravi Teja in and as Mr Bachchan! Check out the first look poster