The Akkineni family is in deep shock with sudden demise of Anumolu Sathya Bhushan Rao, Nagarjuna's brother-in-law and father of actor Sushanth.

He passed away this morning at his residence in Hyderabad. He died of prolonged illness.

Sathya Bhushan Rao married Akkineni Nageshwara Rao's second daughter Naga Susheela and their son Sushanth acted as hero in films like 'Kalidasu", "Aatadukundam Raa", and "Current". Naga Susheela also produced movies on their Sri Nag Corporation banner.

Tollywood celebrities went to their  residence and offered condolences. The pre-release function of Naga Chaitanya's "Rarandoi Veduka Chuddham' has been cancelled. The event is scheduled to happen this evening.