The family of late actor Kota Srinivasa Rao is grieving again as his wife, Rukmini, passed away on Monday (August 18) after a prolonged illness, just a month after his death on July 13. Many celebrities have expressed their condolences.

Kota Srinivasa Rao, celebrated for his ability to slip seamlessly between menacing villains, endearing fathers, sly comic roles, and persuasive politicians, left an unforgettable mark on Telugu cinema. He debuted in 1978 with Pranam Kharidu and became a beloved all-rounder on the Telugu screen.