The actor-filmmaker G Vijaya Nirmala died on Thursday, her son Naresh has confirmed this news. She was 75. Naresh took to Twitter to announce the death of his mother Vijaya Nirmala, “I regret to inform you that my mother, senior artiste, prominent producer and director Dr.A G Vijaya Nirmala passed away during early hours today, that is, 27.6.2019, at Continental Hospitals, Hyderabad, due to sickness. She was 75.”
Here’s what celebrities said:
Jr NTR: Vijaya Nirmala Garu was a pioneering filmmaker whose life is an inspiration for many. Extremely saddened to hear the news. Extending my deepest condolences to her family. #RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru
Nithiin: Saddened to hear about the sudden demise of #VijayaNirmala garu. A huge loss . Condolences to the family .#RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru
Sudheer Babu: A terrible day for my family. A pioneer, a legend and most importantly my mother like personality, #VijayaNirmala Garu made her way to the God. May her soul rest in peace. #Ripvijayanirmalagaru In a typical largely male occupied movie world, she paved a way for women. She will remain an inspiration and a symbol of women empowerment. If a Guinness record could only explain the beacon she is for women in TFI. #RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru
Kajal Aggarwal: Sad to hear about the sudden demise of Vijaya Nirmala garu. Strength and condolences to the family. #RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru
Rana Daggubati: #RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru you are with tha forever in your stories. Strength to the Family #KrishnaGaru #Naresh #Naveen
Allari Naresh: Vijaya Nirmala garu was a pillar to this industry, from acting to film-making her work has inspired many. Her demise is an irreplaceable loss to the art. My heartfelt condolences to Krishna Garu, @ItsActorNaresh and their entire family. #RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru
Nani: #RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru Deepest condolences and strength to the family
Anil Ravipudi: Shocked to hear about the sudden demise of Vijaya Nirmala garu. She is a trendsetter who never stepped away from any challenge. My condolences to the family #RIPvijayanirmalaGaru
Nandamuri Kalyanram: Deeply saddened by the passing away of Vijaya Nirmala Garu. It is a huge loss for the Industry. Extending my heartfelt condolences to her family #RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru
Mahesh S Koneru: #RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru .. praying for strength to Krishna Garu and the entire family
Varun Tej: Thank you for being such an inspiration and to your contribution to telugu cinema.. You will always be remembered.. #RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru
Naga Babu: Sad to hear about the demise of the Legendary actress and a filmmaker #VijayaNirmala Garu. May her soul rest in peace Heartfelt condolences to her family. #RIPVijayaNirmalaGaru