KGF Actor Krishna G Rao PASSES AWAY In Bangalore Due To Lung Infection; Fans Mourn His Sad Demise

KGF actor Krishna G Rao, who played the titular character of a blind man in the film, has passed away due to a lung infection

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KGF Actor Krishna G Rao PASSES AWAY In Bangalore Due To Lung Infection; Fans Mourn His Sad Demise
Veteran Kannada actor Krishna G Rao, who was widely known for his performance in KGF: Chapter 1, has passed away due to an age-related illness. Reportedly, he died on Wednesday, December 7, in Bangalore. Krishna was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital at midnight after he complained of exhaustion while on his way to a relative’s house. Krishna G Rao was treated in the ICU due to a lung infection but he succumbed to his illness.

The official Twitter handle of KGF film mourned the sad demise of the actor and shared a statement that read, “Condolences from Hombale film team on the passing away of Krishna G Rao, fondly known as Thatha by KGF fans. Om Shanti (sic).” Taking to the comments section of the post, many fans and netizens expressed their condolences. One Twitter user wrote, “May his soul rest in peace.” Another said, “a big loss.”




Krishna G Rao had played the role of the titular character of a blind man before the fight scene where Yash fought with the villains of Narachi. As the villains tried to kill the blind man, Rocky Bhai crushed them to save him. Krishna’s dialogue in KGF, “Let me give you a piece of advice. Don't go to stand in his way sir,” became very popular and struck the rights chords with the audience. 

Post the release of this film in 2018, the late actor appeared in more than 30 films. Although Krishna got recognition with KGF, he had been part of the industry for over a decade. He had acted in many blockbuster movies in supporting roles. Krishna G Rao had also worked as an assistant director for many years.



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