24 October,2025 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Tragic bus accident, celebs Vishnu Manchu, Mohan Babu and others express condolences
Actor Vishnu Manchu and his father, famous actor-producer Mohan Babu, expressed shock and sorrow following the horrific bus accident in Hyderabad that killed over 25 people on Friday (October 24). The tragic incident has left the industry in shock. Here's what they penned in the heartfelt notes on social media.
Vishnu Manchu took to his social media handle to express condolences to the families who lost their dear ones in the tragic incident. He wrote, "Deeply disturbed by the tragic bus accident on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru highway. So many innocent lives lost in such a horrific manner. My heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. Prayers for the injured and strength to those grieving."
Mohan Babu also penned an emotional note, "Absolutely heart-wrenching to hear about the bus tragedy on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru highway. So many lives lost in moments. Words fall short in times like this. My deepest condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon, and may God give strength to all those in grief."
Director Gopichand Malineni also wrote, "The tragic news of the bus accident in Kurnool is truly heartbreaking. My thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. Praying for the injured to get well soon."
He also tweeted, "Heartbreaking to hear about the tragic bus accident near Chinnatekur, Kurnool. My deepest condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured and strength to the grieving families."
Actor Siddhu Jonnalagadda penned, "The news of the tragic bus accident near Chinnatekur, Kurnool, is truly heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers are with the families grieving this loss, and with those injured for a swift recovery."
The tragic accident has left the town stunned, with officials and locals lamenting the loss of innocent lives and offering assistance to the injured and their families.
At least 25 passengers were killed when a Volvo bus caught fire and burned to ashes after colliding with a two-wheeler in the early hours of Friday. The bus was going from Hyderabad to Bengaluru and had approximately 40 passengers on board at the time of the tragedy. The sad tragedy occurred near Ullindakonda in the district.