Legendary Indian filmmaker K. Vishwanath who has also done occassional acting roles passed away on Thursday i.e. February 2, 2023 at the age of 93. The veteran actor-director breathed his last in a private hospital in Hyderabad, and his last rites and funeral are currently taking place in the city. 

His films were special.
He was special.
End of an era.
కళా తపస్వి ఇక సెలవు
ఓం శాంతి 🙏🏻#RipLegend #RIPKViswanath #KVishwanath#KViswanathGaru #RIPVishwanathGaru pic.twitter.com/EarpsS0mQp

— 𝐇𝐀𝐊𝐔𝐍𝐀-𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐀 (@noworriesbehpy) February 3, 2023

K. Vishwanath is not only a well known face in the South, but he is a revered name in the Indian film industry. He is among a handful of recipients of India's highest honour in cinema - the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Those in the film industry and beyond have been expressing grief over this sad occurrence, and here is a glimpse of this social media reminiscence: 

Salute to a master . pic.twitter.com/zs0ElDYVUM

— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) February 3, 2023

K. Vishwanath Ji you taught me so much, being on set with you during Eeshwar was like being in a temple…
RIP My Guru 🙏 pic.twitter.com/vmqfhbZORx

— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) February 2, 2023

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— Ilaiyaraaja (@ilaiyaraaja) February 3, 2023

Few frames from #KVishwanath Garu's Films pic.twitter.com/DKuAzVTKzC

— TeluguCinemaHistory (@CineLoversTFI) February 3, 2023

At the funeral of #KVishwanath , very sad and with a heavy heart . None like him, what a void he has left. Today Telugu cinema gets international recognition Thks to #RRRMoive but the base was put by #KVishwanath , who gave Telugu cinema , culture and music it’s dignity.🙏🙏🙏

— Radikaa Sarathkumar (@realradikaa) February 3, 2023

Sadly, none in the Telugu film industry hv carried forward the legacy of #KVishwanath garu in making classical dramas or for that matter, the legacy of NTR garu in portraying legendary characters. KVs penchant for the letter S.

His contributions shall be everlasting! pic.twitter.com/g4FURmMWFO

— ParuChirps (@ParuChirps) February 3, 2023

Listening to #KVishwanath garu songs is pure bliss 🥺❤️ #RIPVishwanathGaru pic.twitter.com/DPBAjzAk8D

— внαиυ αяυℓ ᶜᴴᴵᴿᵁ ᴿᶜ ᴾᴵᴺᴷʸ (@BBhanuTweets) February 3, 2023

Sad to hear about the passing of India’s 1st auteur director #KVishwanath ..He is gone , but his films will live forever 💐💐💐

— Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) February 3, 2023

His very own distinctive visual style and music and even more distinctive characterisations set in a culture and tradition which he deeply respects,is what makes #KVishwanath a true auteur ..I hope he and his protégée #SiriVennela will have divine musical interaction in heaven

— Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) February 3, 2023

K Raghavendra Rao garu pays last respects to legendary #KVishwanath garu. #RIPVishwanathGaru pic.twitter.com/CM4dfdHkre

— Suresh Kondi (@SureshKondi_) February 3, 2023

End of an Era!!
Deeply saddened by the passing away of Shri #KVishwanath Garu. It's an irreplaceable loss to the Telugu Cinema.
My deepest condolences to his family and loving ones. Om Shanti.🙏#RipLegend #RIPVishwanathGaru pic.twitter.com/d7NT932O4U

— Vishnu Vardhan Reddy (@SVishnuReddy) February 3, 2023

Saddened by the passing away of Shri K. Viswanath Garu. He was a stalwart of the cinema world, distinguishing himself as a creative and multifaceted director. His films covered various genres and enthralled audiences for decades. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 3, 2023

#KVishwanath garu made plenty of progressive & Art films#SwathiMuthyam: Widow marriage

Saptapadi: Caste

Subhalekha: Dowry #SwayamKrushi: Dignity of work#Swarnakamalam: Classical dances.#SiriVennela & #Sankarabharanam: Music

What is your favorite film?#RipLegend pic.twitter.com/ElKaFUUn0z

— Naveen Gupta 🌺 (@Naveen_Guptaa) February 3, 2023

It was with great sorrow that I learned about the passing away of K. Viswanath garu. A true doyen of Indian movie industry and a director with a great penchant for music. Rest in peace.🙏💐#KViswanath #KSChithra pic.twitter.com/netf6S5wrI

— K S Chithra (@KSChithra) February 3, 2023

Memories Wid My Guru Ji pic.twitter.com/imWwfRmbtO

— Jaya Prada (@realjayaprada) February 3, 2023

The genius who brought together culture & cinema so beautifully... His impact extends far beyond cinema. Rest in peace #KVishwanath garu... You will be deeply missed. My condolences to his family and loved ones. 🙏

— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) February 3, 2023

We have lost a legend!
K Vishwanath Garu.. You will always remain immortal in all our hearts and in art.

May his beautiful soul rest in peace🙏

— Ram Charan (@AlwaysRamCharan) February 3, 2023

Shocked beyond words!
Shri K Viswanath ‘s loss is an irreplaceable void to Indian / Telugu Cinema and to me personally! Man of numerous iconic, timeless films! The Legend Will Live on! Om Shanti !! 🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/3JzLrCCs6z

— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) February 3, 2023

#Venkatesh paid last respects to #KalaTapasvi #KViswanathGaru 🙏🏼#RIPKViswanathGaru #RIPKViswanath pic.twitter.com/nQJOZHldRf

— Suresh Kondi (@SureshKondi_) February 3, 2023

#PawanKalyan, #Trivikram paid last respects to #KalaTapasvi #KViswanathGaru 🙏🏼#RIPKViswanathGaru #RIPKViswanath pic.twitter.com/jdu7OHnPyj

— Suresh Kondi (@SureshKondi_) February 3, 2023

#Chiranjeevi garu paid last respects to #KalaTapasvi #KViswanathGaru and consoles family members. #RIPKViswanathGaru 🙏#RIPKViswanath pic.twitter.com/oGhvHyuCe5

— 𝐕𝐚𝐦𝐬𝐢𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐤𝐚𝐫 (@UrsVamsiShekar) February 3, 2023

RIP K. . Viswanath sir ! One of India's finest directors and my biggest inspiration forever ! I'm fortunate to have worked with him in AMAV ! pic.twitter.com/Keeu5nkkcG

— selvaraghavan (@selvaraghavan) February 3, 2023

Anjali 🌺 tradition,warmth,heart,music,dance,love …..your movies filled my childhood with humaneness and wonder! #ripkviswanathji 🌹🌺🌹🌺🍵 pic.twitter.com/HivlTfUFe3

— A.R.Rahman (@arrahman) February 2, 2023