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Photos: Srihari - One Of The Finest Telugu Character Actors
Popular
Telugu
actor
Srihari
went
from
being
a
stunt
master
to
comedian,
villain,
lead
actor
and
eventually
one
of
the
finest
character
actors
of
the
Telugu
industry.
While
he
may
not
have
impressed
audiences
with
his
acts
of
buffoonery
in
the
initial
years
of
his
career,
as
a
villain
and
comedian,
he
still
resides
in
people's
hearts
with
his
strong
character
roles
in
films
such
as
Dhee,
Nuvvostanante
Nenoddantana
and
Magadheera.
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Condolence
meet
"He
was
one
of
the
best
character
artists
this
industry
ever
had.
He
was
sincere,
extremely
hardworking
and
very
supportive.
I'm
extremely
upset
that
he
is
no
more,
but
I
also
take
the
credit
for
introducing
him
to
the
industry
through
my
film," producer
Mahendar
told
IANS.
After years of struggle of playing minor roles, Srihari got his lead role in Mahendar's 1999 Telugu action-drama Police. In a career spanning two decades, he starred in nearly 100 films. As a lead actor, he was seen as a policeman in a handful of films such as Okkade, Srisailam, Dasanna and Bhairava.
As a character actor, he is best remembered for brother and don roles, both negative as well as comic. One of his finest performances was in Telugu romantic-drama Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana - his role as a doting brother to Trisha Krishnan was lauded by audiences and even earned him Nandi as well as Filmfare awards. Continue to read more in the slideshow.
Srihari As Sher Khan
In 2009 Telugu Blockbuster, Srihari mesmerised everybody with his performance as Sher Khan. The scenes between him and Ram Charan Teja were some of the best moments of the movie.
Srihari's Comical Side
He also showed his comical side in films such as King and Don Seenu. He was one of the fittest actors in the industry.
From Stunt Master To A Villain
Mahendar added, "Since he started his career as a stunt master, he was extremely fit. He continued to be fit for several years and landed several villain roles because of that. However, he lost weight in the last few months due to some health issues. He never told me what it was."
Srihari's Family
In 1998, Srihari married Telugu actress 'Disco' Shanti, who quit acting after marriage. They were blessed with two sons and daughter named Akshra, who passed away recently.
Srihari's Charity Work
In the memory of his daughter, Srihari started Akshra Foundation and adopted four villages in Medchal district in Andhra Pradesh.
Sarath Babu On Srihari's Death
Actor Sarath Babu, who is shattered after Srihari's demise, remembers him as a very friendly actor.
Srihari Was Very Friendly With Co-Stars
Sarath Babu told, "I'm saddened to hear about his death. It's unbelievable because I met him recently in Hyderabad. As an actor, he was disciplined and very friendly with co-stars. I still remember during the shooting of Magadheera, he used to mouth pages of dialogues in one shot."
Srihari Is Irreplaceable
Sarath Babu added, "The industry has lost one of the best actors. I don't think we can ever find another Srihari because he is irreplaceable."
Srihari's Interest To Join Politics
Srihari recently expressed interest to join politics. He had also announced that he would contest on behalf of Congress party in upcoming elections.
Srihari's Last And Best Role
His recent best role was from Ram Charan Teja-starrer Thoofan. He essayed Sher Khan, which received thumbs up from audiences and critics alike.
Srihari's Last Release
Srihari's last release as a lead actor was Telugu crime-thriller Police Game, which released last week.
Srihari Dies Of Liver Ailment
The actor died on Wednesday at Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai due to liver ailment. He was 49. He is survived by wife and two sons.
