Telugus Equally Distressed At Jayalalithaa’s Demise 

Jayalalithaa's contemporary actress Jamuna has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Puratchi Thalaivi. Reminiscing her association and interaction with the demised leader, the octogenarian said Jayalalithaa was a wonderful human being more than all her other dimensions. "When we met, she would behave like an innocent child and at the same time shower all love and affection, especially on the senior artistes," she recalled. Jamuna co-starred with Jayalalithaa in Srikrishna Vijayam in Telugu.

The icon of Tamil leadership, Jayalalithaa was no stranger for Telugus. With her superb performance in Telugu movies as a heroine along side the big stars of yesteryears NTR, ANR, Krishna, Shoban Babu, Jayalalithaa was equally a Telugu star as in Tamil. She did 12 movies only with NTR out of 29 she acted in Telugu.

Besides movies, Jayalalithaa had a close connection with Hyderabad as she owned a farm house on the city outskirts where she reportedly visited a few times.

There are supporters of AIADMK and fans of Jayalalithaa in the city who were shattered on learning of her demise.

Small pockets of the party’s supporters exist in many areas of Secunderabad, notably in Trimulgherry and Bollarum. Jayalalithaa’s hospitalisation in September descended them into gloom and the community performed prayed for her recovery.

"The Tamil people and the AIADMK have lost a great leader. It is a sad day for us," said Sunder Krishnan, a resident of Bollarum. Mr. Krishnan, a former AIADMK party worker, said social gatherings of the Tamil community in Bollarum have been sombre ever since reports of her ill-health had trickled in earlier this year.

Some supporters from the city flew to Chennai to pay last tributes to the leader.

Here are the condolences from Tollywood stars:

Mahesh Babu: Deeply saddened at the loss of J Jayalalithaa garu. May her family and the whole of Tamil Nadu find strength at this time..

Nagarjuna Akkineni: I remember my father speaking with great respect and fondness whenever he spoke of Jayalalitha Ji/May her Soul rest in peace

Ram Gopal Varma: Can't imagine the state of Tamilnadu without Jayalalitha ..Super Star to Super politician..Woww what a journey?

Mohan Babu M: And the curtains come down to the journey of one of the most charismatic and humble humans being #jayalalithaa Garu. Symbol of woman power. Had the honor of meeting her first when I was starting my career & many times after that.An amazing actor & an example for women &men alike Praying alongside my Tamil brothers and sisters. No words can express this loss. May her soul Rest In Peace.

Allari Naresh: A journey that's an inspiration to all. An iron lady for the people of TN, you will be missed. RIP. #RipAmma

Siddharth: It is the end of an era! Arguably the most unparalleled daughter of Tamil Nadu... #RIP #PuratchiThalaivi Honbl. Chief Minister #Jayalalithaa

Kalyanram Nandamuri: #RIPAmma Jayalalitha garu was one of the strongest leaders of our times.It truly is the end of an era.She will remain an inspiration to many

Sunil: Very sad to hear about the passing of CM Jayalalitha Garu . May her soul rest in peace!!! #RipAmma

Kichcha Sudeepa: An epitome of Dignity,courage,vision n power..Seldom r such legends born.. RIP Honbl CM Dr.Jayalalitha mam.

Rahul Ravindran: Lest we forget her film career.. she was on the forefront of the first generation of female superstars. Path-maker in whatever she did. RIP As she often said so herself.. she was forced into two very high profile careers.. and how she left a mark on both!

Vishnu Manchu: A legendary actress, dynamic leader and a great human being, whose spirit will always remain in our hearts. #RIPAmma #Salute2Service

Varun Tej: Saddened to hear about the demise of the most inspirational woman #Jayalalithaa amma.. May your heart and soul find peace.

Sushanth A: RIP JayAMMA.. Queen of Cinema, Politics,... Life! What a strong lady and charismatic leader! She will live on in the hearts of millions

Actor Aadi: #Ripamma what a great leader end of a Iconic era .

Samantha Ruth Prabhu: Your life has been a series of fighting and winning.U gave us the will to fight and the hope that we can win. U will never die #AmmaForever

Tamannaah Bhatia: We've lost an inspiring woman who's been a true fighter in every sense. She'll always be remembered. May her soul rest in peace. #RipAmma

Rakul Preet Ringh: A woman of substance in real sense. You will be remembered forever. #legend #RIPJayalalitha ji #Amma

Shruti Haasan: TN loses one of its greatest leaders and bravest women- deeply saddened by this great loss - words cannot express

Dr Jayasudha: Rip my dearest super woman Jayalalitha Garu. You'll always be with us through your inspiration. Nandri.

Trisha Krishnan: Rip my most favourite personD throne awaits U on d other side.Truly proud 2 hav studied in d same alumini n honoured 2 hav met u.#myAMMA❤️

Anjali: Hard 2 believe , Amma is no more the real leader, u nvr can b forgotten, always in our thoughts #IronLady #Ripamma

Hamsa Nandini: My condolences and respect to the CM of TN. A true example of strength of a women . #jayalalithaa #Ripamma

Surabhi: Deeply saddened to hear the loss of our loving Amma..A true leader..who will remain an inspiration to us all. #RIPJayalalitha #AmmaForever

Koratala Siva: Always wondered abt her polity,courage and leadership. A charismatic, true larger than life persona.J.jayalalitha.May her soul rest in peace

Krish Jagarlamudi:Saddened by the demise of an iconic figure of Indian politics n womanhood #Jayalalithaa

Gunasekhar: Salute to #TheWarriorQueen Madam honourable CM #jayalalithaa #IronLady may your soul Rest In Peace.

Anil Ravipudi: #Ripamma ..great actress...great leader...great ERA....

Gopi Mohan: Amma will forever be alive for the kind of work she did to the poor.Huge void in Tamil Politics.A Versatile Actress.A True Leader.#RIPamma

Kona Venkat: "Amma" is no more.. Strongest lady of our country.. No one can match her guts or glory great loss to poor and needy .. We miss u Amma...

SS Thaman: Honourable CM is no More My deepest Condolences dr. #jayalalithaa #ironladyoftn U will be in our hearts Fr ever An very emotional night #Rip