Legendary director Dasari Narayana Rao passed away yesterday (30 May), which took the entire film fraternity by shock.
Tamil Nadu Director's Union, popularly known as TANTIS, headed by Vikraman, has issued a condolence message which reads, "Dr Dasari Narayana Rao has been our union's ex-president, who has been of immense support in the formation and growth of the union. Out of the 150 films he has directed, he has delivered 125 classic hits. He has been the president of the Directors Union for the past 11 years. He was also an ex-Central Minister, who has many accolades to his credit. His demise is something which is irreplaceable, and it is a huge loss for the industry. We send our deepest condolences to the family of Dasari Narayana Rao."
Likewise, FEFSI Union has also issued a press statement, conveying their condolence message.