Veteran Actor Vijay Ranga Raju Passes Away

Tollywood is mourning the loss of senior actor Vijay Ranga Raju, who passed away while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Chennai. The actor breathed his last after suffering a heart attack during his recovery.

A week ago, Vijay Ranga Raju sustained injuries during a film shoot in Hyderabad. Following this, he traveled to Chennai for medical care, where his condition deteriorated, leading to his demise. He is survived by two daughters. Several film personalities have expressed their condolences on his passing.

Vijay Ranga Raju had a prolific career in cinema, contributing to over 5,000 films as a villain, character artist, and stunt performer. His notable break came with his role in the Balakrishna-starrer blockbuster Bhairavadweepam.

In addition to Telugu films, he worked in Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam industries, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Born in Pune and raised in Mumbai, Vijay Ranga Raju shared a school education with Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff before completing his higher studies in Guntur