Andhra Pradesh Governor E S L Narasimhan said the sudden demise of Uppalapu Srinivas was a shock to the entire country, and particularly to the music world.
Andhra Pradesh Governor E S L Narasimhan in a message said that the sudden demise of Uppalapu Srinivas, popularly known as Mandolin Srinivas, was a shock to the entire country, and particularly to the music world.
Indian Music has lost a great musician, he said.
"Mandolin Srinivas was a sensation. His debut in Madras as a cherubic youngster in the 1980s was phenomenal. He became a star and remained one, taking the mandolin to unforeseen heights," the Governor extolled.
Narasimhan conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members.
Srinivas passed away due to liver failure today at a hospital in Chennai. (INN)
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