Telugu actor Jaya Prakash Reddy passed away early Tuesday at his residence in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh due to a heart attack. He was 74. Jaya Prakash Reddy was known for his villainous and comedy roles.
A theatre actor, Jaya Prakash made his acting debut with Telugu film Brahmaputrudu. Jaya‘s most popular films include Samarasimha Reddy, Preminchukundam Raa, Narasimha Naidu, Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana, Julayi, Ready, Kick, Jayam Manadera, Jamba Lakidi Pamba,
Filmmaker Anil Ravipudi, who worked with Jaya Prakash in Sarileru Neekevvaru, was shocked to learn about his demise.
He tweeted, “My travel with JP garu has always been special. He’s been a part of almost all my films. He treated me like one of his own and used to talk with lots of love. I will surely miss him dearly. Rest in peace sir. You are irreplaceable as an artist and person.”
