Veteran Telugu lyricist Sirivennela Sitarama Sastry dies of cancer at 66. Celebs pay their last respects

Veteran Telugu film lyricist 'Sirivennela' Sitarama Sastry, a recipient of the Padma Shri and numerous other awards, died due to lung cancer-related complications at a private hospital in Hyderabad, on Tuesday, November 30. He was 66.

Veteran Telugu lyricist Sirivennela Sitarama Sastry died of lung cancer on Tuesday, November 30. He was 66 years old. From Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Ramnath Kovind to actors Prabhas, Mahesh Babu, Allu Arjun and many others, paid their last respects to the departed soul on social media. Saddened by the passing away of the outstanding Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry. His poetic brilliance and versatility could be seen in several of his works. He made many efforts to popularise Telugu. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/vmEeTj9tka Deeply saddened by the loss of lyrical genius Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry garu. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Rest in peace sir.. You will be terribly missed Disheartened to hear that legendary lyricist Sirivennela Sitaramasastri garu is no more!Condolences to all his family members and loved ones.May his soul Rest In Peace! pic.twitter.com/SR17p8IhaU We will miss you Guru garu pic.twitter.com/aw5JF7EfYx