The head of Ramoji Film City and ETV network, Ramoji Rao, also known as Cherukuri Ramoji Rao, passed away while undergoing treatment in Hyderabad at the age of 87.

The media baron and film producer was reportedly moved to a private hospital in Nankramguda from his residence in Ramoji Film City after his health deteriorated on Friday afternoon, June 7.

He headed the production company Ushakiran Movies and won several National Awards and Filmfares.