Telugu actor Jaya Prakash Reddy passed away at the age of 74!

South Indian films are quite loved and appreciated by the Hindi speaking audience. Whether it is Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam or Kannada cinema, South actor's comic timing and well-executed storylines always attract Hindi cinema viewers. While watching South films, we are now well aware of the actors who are working there. Jaya Prakash Reddy was also among such actors who was known for his comic timing and villainous roles. But unfortunately, on September 8th, he passed away at his residency in Guntur due to cardiac arrest at the age of 74.

Jaya Prakash Reddy's death has left the Telugu film industry saddened and shocked. Several Bollywood celebrities like Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Deshmukh, Rakul Preet Singh and more reacted to his death news. Talking about the south actors then, filmmaker SS Rajamouli, actors Prakash Raj, Mahesh Babu, Jr NTR, Sudheer Babu and others paid tribute to the late actor. Check it out some tribute tweets here -

Shocked & saddened to know about the sudden demise of #JayaPrakashReddy garu. Had great times working with him. Thanks for entertaining us with your versatility by portraying some memorable comedy and villian roles over the decades. May your soul rest in peace 🙏
— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) September 8, 2020

Thank you for all the entertainment #Jayaprakashreddy garu.. deepest condolences, prayers & strength to the family and the loved ones. #RIP https://t.co/53rx0twBBp
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) September 8, 2020

సహచర నటుడు జయప్రకాష్ రెడ్డి గారు హఠాన్మరణం నన్ను తీవ్రంగా కలచివేసింది. నటనంటే ఆయనకు ప్రాణం. అటు వెండితెరపైన, ఇటు స్టేజ్ నాటకాలలోను పోషించిన పాత్రలకు ప్రాణం పోసిన నటుడాయన. ఆయన కుటుంబ సభ్యులకు నా ప్రగాఢ సానుభూతి తెలియ చేస్తున్నాను. Thank you for entertaining us CHIEF 🙏🏻🙏🏻 RIP pic.twitter.com/AVCvnnPGfT
— Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) September 8, 2020

Saddened by the passing of #JayaPrakashReddy garu. One of TFI's finest actor-comedians. Will always cherish the experience of working with him. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.
— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) September 8, 2020

Fondly called JP, Jaya Prakash Reddy was born in Sirvel, of Kurnool district in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. He came into the limelight with the feature film Samarasimha Reddy where he played the role of 'Veera Raghava Reddy' and also acted as the villain in the hit film 'Jayam Manade Raa' and 'Chennakesava Reddy'. Apart from villain roles, JP also acted in several comedy films. Well, Telugu cinema and theatre has lost a gem today with the demise of Jaya Prakash Reddy.