Telugu film producer Venkat Phanindra Reddy, popular for producing films like Kick, Samanyudu, Lovely, Hungama and many more, breathed his last on Monday. Venkat was 57 and was undergoing medical treatment for kidney-related ailment in Hyderabad.

The South film  industry took to Twitter to mourn the demise of the renowned filmmaker. Actor Ravi Teja tweeted, "Really sad to hear about R.R Venkat garu’s passing away. One of the best producers I’ve worked with. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones."