Ramoji Rao, an iconic personality in Indian media, passed away on June 8, 2024, at the age of 87. The industry is in sorrow. Ramoji Rao, a visionary entrepreneur, director, and journalist who founded Ramoji Film City and served as chairman of the Eenadu media company, had a lasting impression on the Indian media scene. Let's look back at this icon's top 5 accomplishments that helped him become well-known as we say goodbye to him:
Constructing the Greatest Film Production Facility in the World: The establishment of Ramoji Film City, the greatest film production facility in the world, is one of Ramoji Rao's most illustrious accomplishments. This cutting-edge complex, which spans 2,000 acres, has produced several successful blockbuster movies and has been acknowledged by Guinness World Records.
Eenadu Media: Ramoji Rao established the Eenadu media organization, which has grown to be a well-known brand in Telugu journalism. His direction allowed Eenadu to grow into a significant player in Telugu media, with its newspapers, TV stations, and online platforms leading the way in news and entertainment.
Producing National Award-Winning Films: Ramoji Rao was an active producer of movies, having worked on several highly regarded and financially successful projects. In 2000, his Telugu-language feature film "Nuvve Kavali" took home the National Film Award for Best Feature Film. He has won five Nandi Awards and four Filmfare Awards South for his contributions to Telugu cinema.
Receiving the Padma Vibhushan: In 2016, Ramoji Rao was granted India's second-highest civilian accolade, the Padma Vibhushan, in appreciation of his exceptional contributions to journalism, writing, and education. His ardent efforts to advance Indian media and culture have been recognized with this esteemed award.
Building a Business Empire: Among his many endeavors are the Dolphin Group of hotels, the Kalanjali shopping centre, Priya Pickles, and Mayuri Film Distributors. Ramoji Rao's financial acumen and entrepreneurial zeal enabled him to build a massive business empire. Generations of entrepreneurs have been inspired by his ability to innovate and diversify.
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