Ghattamaneni Ramesh Babu, Mahesh Babu's elder brother and performer, died on Saturday, january 8. Due to liver complications, the actor passed away at the age of 56. Because he was unable to attend his brother's funeral, mahesh babu resorted to instagram to write a heartfelt statement to tell him farewell. According to the note, "You've been a source of motivation for me. You have been my pillar of support. You have been my pillar of strength.
You've been everything to me. I would not be half the man I am nowadays if it weren't for you. Thank you so much for all you've achieved for me. Now all you have to do is relax... relax... relax... relax... relax... relax... You'll always be my 'Annaya' in this life, and if I have another. I will always, always love you" mahesh babu was very connected to his elder brother Ramesh Babu, whom he regarded as his greatest inspiration and influence in life.