ఇంగ్లీష్ లో స్పీచ్ అదరగొట్టిన పల్లె సింధూర రెడ్డి | MLA Palle Sindhura Reddy | AP Assembly

Jr. NTR, the Devara star and one of the biggest names in Indian cinema, won hearts with his gesture at the funeral of legendary actor Kota Srinivasa Rao. While paying his final respects, Jr. NTR was interrupted by a section of his fans who began chanting “Jai NTR.”

Clearly displeased, Jr. NTR, who had just finished addressing the media, turned back and firmly corrected his fans by saying, “No, say Jai Kota Srinivasa Rao!” His response is being widely appreciated on social media, with many praising his humility and respect for the late veteran actor.

A video of the incident has since gone viral, capturing the War 2 actor’s dignified tribute. Speaking to the media in Telugu, NTR reflected on Kota Srinivasa Rao’s remarkable journey:

“Let us celebrate the incredible legacy he has left behind through his unforgettable performances across theatre, television, and cinema. Let’s remember him with joy, not sorrow.”

Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away due to age-related health issues after battling illness for a few days. With over 750 films to his credit across Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi, his contribution to Indian cinema remains unparalleled.

Several leading stars including Chiranjeevi, Pawan Kalyan, Jr. NTR, and Venkatesh personally attended to pay their respects. Jr. NTR’s heartfelt gesture at the funeral has now become a shining example of the respect that one artist holds for another.