Veteran Kannada actor Krishna G Rao passed away on December 7 in Bengaluru. Rao is known for his role as the blind old man in the Yash-starrer KGF franchise. "Condolences from Hombale Films team on the passing away of Krishna G Rao, fondly known as Tata by KGF fans. Om Shanti," KGF's official Twitter account read.