Telugu Filmmaker Puri Jagannadh Mourns the Loss of His Mother at 96

Puri Jagannadh, the renowned Telugu filmmaker, is mourning the loss of his mother, who passed away at 96. His daughter, Pavithra, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, expressing her deep sorrow and fond memories. The news was kept private for a few days, making the announcement even more poignant. Puri, known for his successful films, has yet to comment publicly on this personal loss. As he continues to work on his upcoming film, Slum Dog 33 Temple Road, fans and followers are sending their condolences to the family during this difficult time.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 27, 2026, 14:12 IST

Puri Jagannadh's Mother Passes Away

Puri Jagannadh, a well-known director in the Telugu film industry, is grieving the loss of his mother, who passed away on Saturday, July 25, at the age of 96. Affectionately referred to as Ammaji by her family, her passing has been a challenging time for Puri and his loved ones, especially since the news was kept private for a few days. On Sunday, Puri's daughter, Pavithra, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt tribute to her grandmother, posting a nostalgic photo of them together. Interestingly, Puri has yet to publicly comment on his mother's death on social media.

Tributes and Memories

Pavithra expressed her deep sorrow in her Instagram story, reminiscing about her grandmother's warmth and love. She poignantly wrote, “Who will call me ‘Chinnathalli’ now? Who will kiss me so lovingly? I wish I could spend just one more day with you. I would give you the biggest hug, just like I did on your 96th birthday. I miss you, Grandma (sic).” This emotional note has resonated widely on social media, with many fans and followers extending their condolences to Puri and his family during this difficult time.

About Puri Jagannadh

Puri Jagannadh has made significant contributions to Telugu cinema, directing numerous successful films such as Idiot, Amma Nanna O Tamila Ammayi, Shivamani, Pokiri, Desamuduru, Businessman, Temper, and Badri. His recent film, iSmart Shankar, featuring Ram Pothineni, received mixed reviews but was a commercial success. Puri also ventured into Hindi cinema with Liger, starring Vijay Deverakonda and Ananya Panday, which unfortunately did not perform well at the box office.

Puri Jagannadh's Upcoming Film

Currently, Puri Jagannadh is engaged in his next project titled Slum Dog 33 Temple Road. This film features a talented cast including Vijay Sethupathi, Tabu, Vijay Kumar, Brahmaji, and VTV Ganesh. The music is being composed by National Award-winning composer Harshavardhan Rameshwar, and the film is being produced by Puri Connects and JB Motion Pictures. It is set to be released in multiple languages, including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.

May Ammaji's soul find peace.