In a deeply saddening turn of events, Mahesh Babu’s family has been struck by yet another tragedy. Uppalapati Suryanarayana Babu, the brother-in-law of Superstar Krishna—Mahesh Babu's father—and a prominent film producer, has passed away. He succumbed to a heart attack on sunday night, despite having been under medical care for an illness he had been battling for some time.

The news of his death has cast a somber shadow over Mahesh Babu’s family, which has already been reeling from a series of personal losses. Last year, mahesh babu experienced the profound grief of losing his mother, elder brother, and father in quick succession. The recent loss of Suryanarayana Babu adds to the family's ongoing period of mourning.

Uppalapati Suryanarayana Babu was a notable figure in the telugu film industry. He married lakshmi Tulsi, Superstar Krishna’s sister, and established the Padmavati Films banner. Under this banner, he produced several successful films, including classics such as *Sankharavam*, *Bazaar Rowdy*, *Alludu Diddina Kapuram*, and *Annadammula Saval*. His contributions extended beyond telugu cinema as he also produced films in tamil and Kannada.

In addition to his work in cinema, Suryanarayana Babu briefly ventured into politics. In 1985, he contested against Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao for the gudivada assembly seat but did not secure a victory. Following this, he chose to step away from political pursuits.

The film community is mourning his passing, and condolences have been pouring in from all corners. The producers' council has officially announced his death, marking the end of a distinguished chapter in the film industry. As mahesh babu and his family navigate this latest sorrow, their loss is shared by many who respected and admired Suryanarayana Babu’s contributions to both film and public life.

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