Legendary Filmmaker K Vishwanath passes away at 92

K Vishwanath news: The renowned filmmaker Kasinadhuni Vishwanath breathed his last at the age of 92. The director was unwell for some time and was suffering from age-related issues. He passed away at the hospital around midnight. The director was also known as 'Kalatapasvi' and was born in Andhra Pradesh. He was a prominent name not only in Telugu cinema but also in Tamil and Hindi films, he also became the 48th recipient of the highest Dadasaheb Phalke award which is the highest recognition in Indian cinema.

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Recently, several celebrities also showed respect to the director on their social media. Further, the RRR director SS Rajamouli took to his social media and wrote that his signature on Telugu Cinema and arts will shine brightly forever.

Then, Jr NTR extended his condolence and wrote that Vishwanath holds a high place among those who spread the fame of Telugu cinema across the continents. He gave many incredible films like Shankarabharan and Sagara Sangam. Then, he added saying that the loss without him will be never-ending. The actor's deepest condolences to his family and may his soul rest in peace.

In addition to this actor Anil Kapoor also wrote that K Vishwanath had taught him a lot and being on the set with him on the sets of Eshwar was like being in a temple he added.

Furthermore, actor Mammootty and Kamal Hasan also wrote an emotional note that read that he was deeply saddened by the demise of K Vishwanath. He mentioned that he had the privilege of being directed by him in the film Swathikiranam and lastly he prays for his loved ones.

Also, music composer AR Rahman showed his respect and wrote that his movie was filled with his childhood with humaneness and wonder. Lastly, he said that his movies always had heart, music, dance, warmth, tradition and love.

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