Veteran actor Kota Srinivasa Rao passed away recently, leaving the Indian film industry and fans in deep mourning.
Political leaders and celebrities alike paid heartfelt tributes, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who tweeted his condolences.
Kota's immense contribution to cinema, especially in Telugu films, was widely acknowledged.
However, what raised eyebrows was the silence of Amitabh Bachchan, with whom Kota shared screen space in the critically acclaimed film Sarkar.
In the movie, Kota played Selvar Mani, a role that left a lasting impact. The two actors had several powerful scenes together, and their onscreen chemistry was widely appreciated.
Industry insiders expressed surprise that Amitabh did not post even a basic message in tribute.
Some felt that after seeing director Ram Gopal Varma’s emotional tweet for Kota, Bachchan could have followed suit out of professional courtesy.
The lack of acknowledgment has left many fans disappointed.