Senior actor and writer Gollapudi Maruthi Rao is no more. He lasts his breath in Chennai today. Gollapudi Maruthi Rao has worked for almost 300 films as an actor and writer. Not only with cinemas but also his work in Telugu literature also made him very special.

Tollywood biggies are in shock to hear the news about Gollapudi Maruthi Rao’s death. He was last seen in the film Jodi. Notable films of Gollapudi are Swathi, Abhilasha, Intlo Ramayya Veedhilo Krishnayya, Challenge, Subhaleka, Swathi Muthyam and many more.

After the shocking demise of his son Gollapudi Srinivas, Gollapudi Maruthi Rao has started encouraging young talent on his son’s name.

Gollapudi also worked as a host for several television programs in Telugu like Prathidhwani and others. His commitment to cinema and society is unmatchable.