Super Star Krishna unwell; hospitalised in Hyderabad

HYDERABAD: Tollywood's original Super Star and hero Mahesh Babu's father Ghattamaneni Krishna was hospitalised on Monday due to brief illness. According to reports, the actor was admitted to Continental Hospital in Hyderabad where he was being treated for some unspecified respiratory complications. Full details on his condition were yet to be known.

The aging actor of yesteryears was reported to be suffering from respiratory issues for sometime now because of which he is largely confined to his house these days. His last public appearance was when he visited Rebel Star Krishnam Raju's house after the latter's death.

The actor predominantly appeared in Telugu cinema and enjoyed a massive fan following. He is often fondly referred to as 'Super Star' by his fans. In a career spanning over five decades, the actor had starred in more than 350 films in versatile roles. The actor's wife Indira Devi had also recently passed away due to ill-health.

Meanwhile, sources close to Krishna's family stated that the veteran actor's condition was stable and there was nothing to worry. They also sought to clarify that Krishna was admitted to the hospital as part of a 'general checkup'.