The Telugu film industry mourns the loss of Bhupathiraju Rajagopal Raju, father of renowned actor Ravi Teja, who passed away at the age of 90 on the night of July 15, 2025, at his Hyderabad residence. The news of his death has deeply shocked both the actor’s family and his many fans, who have expressed their condolences on social media. Ravi Teja, known for his action-packed roles in Telugu cinema, has not yet released an official statement regarding his father’s passing, nor have further details about the funeral or cremation been shared.

Rajagopal Raju, a retired government employee and pharmacist, lived a modest life, far from the public eye, despite his son’s stardom. He and his wife, Rajya Lakshmi, maintained a private existence, rarely making public appearances. Rajagopal Raju leaves behind his wife, two sons, Ravi Teja and Raghu Raju, and a tragic loss from a few years ago with the passing of their third son, Bharath Raju, in a car accident.

Ravi Teja, who is currently preparing for the release of his upcoming film "Mass Jathara" on August 27, has taken time off from his work commitments to mourn his father's loss and complete the necessary rituals. While the industry and fans continue to offer their support, the actor’s family has yet to announce the final funeral arrangements.