Telangana Shakuntala passes away

The famous actress of Telugu Cinema, Telangana Shakuntala passed away following a heart attack on Friday night (13 June). Telangana Shakuntala started her acting career with Maa Bhoomi which released in 1979. The versatile actress has acted in almost 70 films and is known for essaying villainous as well as comedy roles. Telangana Shakuntala’s performance in Osey Ramulamma, Nuvvu Nenu, Lakshmi, Okkadu and Veede has won a lot of appreciation. The veteran actress received Nandi Award for Best Actress in 1980. She was last seen in a comedy flick titled Pandavulu Pandavulu Tummeda. Many celebrities expressed grief over the demise of the talented actress.

Actor Siddharth expressed his feelings by stating, "RIP Telangana Shakuntala garu. Vibrant, warm, and such a talented artiste. Gone too soon. Strength to the family." "Tragic to know Telugu Film Industry has lost a Superb Actress like Telangana Shakuntala garu.. She has entertained us for so many yrs.. RiP", tweeted Nikhil Siddhartha. Samantha Ruth Prabhu tweeted, "Saddened by the demise of Telangana Shakuntala ma'am.Honour to have worked with her.May her soul rest in peace". Pranitha Subash also tweeted, "Sad to hear of the sudden demise of Telangana Shakuntala garu..may her soul rest in peace .." Sundeep Kishan also expressed grief by saying, "Shocked to here of Telangana Shakuntala garu's demise..dint get to work with her but loved her performances..RIP". "Telugu/Tamil film industries shocked at sudden death of Telangana Shakuntala.Fond Farewell,Salute the Actress,her service to Movies n Stage.", tweeted Suresh.

Telangana Shakuntala was 63 when she breathed her last. She is survived by husband, a daughter and a son. May Shakuntala’s soul rest in peace.