In a deeply saddening turn of events, the Telugu film industry mourns the loss of the gifted actor, Keesari Narsingam, renowned for his outstanding portrayal of the Sarpanch in the critically acclaimed film ‘Balagam.’ The news of his demise, which occurred on a somber Tuesday afternoon, has sent shockwaves throughout the industry and left fans in profound grief.
Narsingam had been grappling with health challenges for some time, and his untimely departure has created an irreplaceable void.
The director and co-star of ‘Balagam,’ Venu Yeldandi, took to his social media platform to announce the heart-wrenching news and paid a heartfelt tribute to the late actor. He expressed his gratitude that Narsingam had the chance to witness the actor within himself through ‘Balagam’ and find artistic fulfillment in his final days. Venu wrote, “Homage to Narsingam Bapu. I feel fortunate that in your final days, you had the opportunity to discover the actor within you through the movie ‘Balagam,’ and the artist within you found contentment. I first met Narsingam Bapu when I was researching for the ‘Balagam’ storyline. Om Shanthi.”
Two months ago, director Venu personally visited Narsingam at his nursing home, expressing deep concern for his health. Unfortunately, Narsingam was unable to attend the celebratory event in Hyderabad, where ‘Balagam’ received more than 100 international awards. During this event, producer Dil Raju presented mementos to the cast and crew, but due to his illness, Narsingam couldn’t partake in the festivities.
‘Balagam,’ set against the backdrop of Telangana, captivated audiences worldwide with its compelling narrative and exceptional performances. Every element of the film was meticulously crafted to resonate with the audience, and it touched the hearts of viewers of all generations.
