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Hyderabad, Apr 9 (PTI) Veteran Telugu actor, producer and director Balayya passed away here on Saturday due to old age-related issues.
He was 96.
Balayya had been keeping unwell over the last couple of years and the end came on Saturday morning, family sources said.
Coincidentally, Saturday was his birthday, they said.
Balayya had produced 10 films and also received the undivided Andhra Pradesh government"s Nandi awards as a producer and director, the family sources added.
Known for his sensible performances, Balayya acted in about 300 films in his career spanning several decades.