Legendary filmmaker K.Viswanath passes away at 92; SS Rajamouli, Kamal Haasan, and more pay their respects
The five-time National Award-winning director passed away at his residence in Hyderabad.
Updated : February 03, 2023 01:35 PM ISTThe five-time National Award-winning director passed away at his residence in Hyderabad.
K.Viswanath
One of the greatest filmmakers the country has ever produced Kviswanth passed away at the age of 92. The five-time Nation Award winner began his career in the 1965 Telugu film 'Aatma Gowravam'.
While he mostly worked in the Telugu movie industry he has also directed some iconic Bollywood movies like Sargam, Jaag Utha Insan, and Sanjog.
The veteran has helmed 50 movies in a career spanning 5 decades. he has worked with actors like Kamal Hassan, Chiranjeevi, Rekha, Rishi Kapoor, Nandamuri Balakrishna, Madhuri Dixit, Anil Kapoor, and Sridevi.
He won his first National Award for the 1980 film Sankarabharanam which starred J. V. Somayajulu and Manju Bhargavi in the lead, the film is also going on to win the Prize of the Public at the Besançon Film Festival of France and the Special Mention at the Moscow International Film Festival.
His 1986 film Swathi Muthyam which starred Kamal Haasan and Raadhika was India's official entry for Best Foreign Language film at the 59th Academy Awards.
Many actors, directors, and politicians from across the country took to social media to express their admiration and love for the legends including Kamal Haasan who penned a heartfelt letter bidding farewell.
Anjali 🌺 tradition,warmth,heart,music,dance,love …..your movies filled my childhood with humaneness and wonder! #ripkviswanathji 🌹🌺🌹🌺🍵 pic.twitter.com/HivlTfUFe3
— A.R.Rahman (@arrahman) February 2, 2023
The loss of Shri K. Viswanath ji is deeply personal. Whatever I am, is because of his teachings. My condolences to his family, I stand with you all in mourning the loss of a gem. Forever in my heart. Om shanti 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/fua6Rr1JxW
— Rakesh Roshan (@RakeshRoshan_N) February 3, 2023
K. Vishwanath Ji you taught me so much, being on set with you during Eeshwar was like being in a temple…
— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) February 2, 2023
RIP My Guru 🙏 pic.twitter.com/vmqfhbZORx
Another legend lost !!
— Nagarjuna Akkineni (@iamnagarjuna) February 3, 2023
K Viswanath garu made a lasting impact with his memorable movies and characters.
May his legacy continue to inspire future generations and his soul rest in peace. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 #RIPVishwanathGaru
Om Shanti K Viswanath Garu. You live through your stories and moving images. Creativity never dies. pic.twitter.com/qhfUw1OnTm
— Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) February 3, 2023
#KViswanath garu🙏shanti to a legend.
— Radikaa Sarathkumar (@realradikaa) February 2, 2023
A person in his own way leaves a huge vacuum of his art and thinking. Who made films with a purpose.who was the calm in a storm. Will miss you dearly 🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/QP4DadmWZ2
Saddened by the passing away of Shri K. Viswanath Garu. He was a stalwart of the cinema world, distinguishing himself as a creative and multifaceted director. His films covered various genres and enthralled audiences for decades. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 3, 2023
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family of Shri K Viswanath Garu. May God give them the strength to bear this dear a loss.
— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) February 3, 2023
The works of this legendary director will continue to fascinate the lovers of cinema for decades to come.
Om Shanti 🙏 pic.twitter.com/HEWItcajjw
Shocked beyond words!
— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) February 3, 2023
Shri K Viswanath ‘s loss is an irreplaceable void to Indian / Telugu Cinema and to me personally! Man of numerous iconic, timeless films! The Legend Will Live on! Om Shanti !! 🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/3JzLrCCs6z
When you surrender yourself to a form of art, Art will make you her own.
— Sai Pallavi (@Sai_Pallavi92) February 3, 2023
K. Viswanath Garu is Art itself And I’m blessed to have grown up watching your creations. You will live through them forever Aiya 🙏
Thank you🤍 pic.twitter.com/Ol1QRjFDPD
Deeply saddened by the demise of Sri K Viswanath Garu.
— Mammootty (@mammukka) February 2, 2023
Had the privilege of being directed by him in Swathikiranam. My thoughts and prayers with his loved ones. pic.twitter.com/6ElhuSh53e
RIP K. . Viswanath sir ! One of India's finest directors and my biggest inspiration forever ! I'm fortunate to have worked with him in AMAV ! pic.twitter.com/Keeu5nkkcG
— selvaraghavan (@selvaraghavan) February 3, 2023
His legacy will surely go on through his impact. #KViswanath
— నీలేష్ (@telugaite) February 2, 2023
pic.twitter.com/EpkxBec7H7
ప్రపంచంలో ఎవ్వరైనా మీ తెలుగు సినిమా గొప్పదనం ఏంటి అని అడిగితే మాకు K. విశ్వనాధ్ గారు ఉన్నారు అని రొమ్ము విరిచి గర్వంగా చెప్పుకుంటాం.
— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) February 3, 2023
Your signature on Telugu Cinema &art in general will shine brightly forever.
సినిమా గ్రామర్ లో మీరు నేర్పిన పాత్రలకు ఆజన్మాన్తo రుణపడి ఉంటాము sir🙏🏻
K. Viswanth also had a successful acting career and has performed in 31 movies. His role was in the 1995 movie Subha Sankalpam and his final role was in the 2022 movie Oppanda.
Some of the director's most iconic movies include Aatma Gowravam, Sankarabharanam, Sargam, Saptapadi, Swathi Muthyam, and Swarabhishekam.
His last directorial venture was the 2010 dram Subhapradam, which starred Allari Naresh and Manjari Phadnis in the lead.