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Nandamuri family mourns Padmaja's demise; how she's related to War 2 actor Jr NTR

Updated on: 19 August,2025 05:25 PM IST  |  Mumbai

Nandamuri Padmaja, the daughter-in-law of Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao and the wife of Nandamuri Jayakrishna, has passed away at the age of 73. She was also the aunt of Jr NTR. The family is mourning her death

Nandamuri family mourns Padmaja's demise; how she's related to War 2 actor Jr NTR

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The famous Nandamuri family of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana is mourning the loss of Smt. Padmaja, the wife of Nandamuri Jayakrishna. Padmaja reportedly passed away in the early hours of Tuesday. She was 73 at the time of her death. The family, which is best known for its contributions to cinema and politics, deeply respected Padmaja for her quiet dignity and grace.

Nandamuri Padmaja passes away


According to a report by Gulte, Padmaja had been keeping unwell for some time now and was under medical care. On Monday night, the 73-year-old reportedly experienced severe breathing issues and was rushed to the hospital. Despite receiving immediate treatment, she could not be revived. She breathed her last in the early hours of Tuesday.



The report also suggests that Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, who is also the son-in-law of the Nandamuri family, immediately left Vijayawada upon hearing the news to be with the grieving family. Meanwhile, BJP leader and Padmaja's sister-in-law, Daggubati Purandeswari, is also making her way from Delhi to join the family during this difficult time.

The final rites and funeral arrangements are believed to be announced soon. Her family members, friends, and political colleagues are likely to attend in large numbers to pay their respects to the deceased.

Who is Nandamuri Padmaja?

Nandamuri Padmaja was the eldest daughter-in-law of legendary actor and former Chief Minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR) and Smt. Basava Rama Tarakam. Besides, she was also the sister of senior politician Daggubati Venkateswara Rao. Making her connected to one of the most prominent political and cinema families in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Being the wife of Nandamuri Jayakrishna, the second son of NTR, she had a prominent position in the Nandamuri family. Jayakrishna was the brother of Nandamuri Harikrishna, the father of Jr NTR. This makes Padmaja the aunt of the War 2 star. She has also been seen and even participated in the family's journey through cinema, politics, and public life. Family members reportedly claimed that she was someone with a soft demeanour but was unwavering in her support for the family for decades.

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