Renowned hypnotist B.V. Pattabhiram passes away aged 75

Acclaimed hypnotist, personality development coach, author and magician B.V. Pattabhiram died of a heart attack aged 75 at his residence in Hyderabad on Monday. He is survived by wife Jaya and son Prashanth.

Bhavaraju Venkata Pattabhiram born in East Godavari of Andhra Pradesh, one of the 15 children to his parents, overcame a childhood disability to become a renowned performer, academic and author of over 30 books.

Condolences poured in from different sections of the society after the sudden demise of the renowned personality development expert.

Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu in a post on X said, “The demise of Pattabhiram, who influenced many people with his personality development teachings and writings, is a great loss. I pray to God that his soul may rest in peace. I express my deepest condolences to his family members.”

Former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy highlighted Pattabhiram’s remarkable contributions, and noted that he gained widespread acclaim as a personality development expert, magician, and author. “His books, written in Telugu, English, Kannada, and Tamil, achieved significant popularity and he conducted thousands of personality development classes, workshops, and seminars across the Telugu States, profoundly impacting the lives of countless students”, he said.

Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy extended his deepest condolences to the bereaved family members.

Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena Party (JSP) Chief Pawan Kalyan said that hewas deeply saddened to learn about the passing of renowned magician, hypnotist, and personality development expert. “I pray to the Almighty for his soul to rest in peace,” he said

Dr. Pattabhiram was not only an entertainer through his mesmerizing magic shows, but also a social reformer who conducted programmes aimed at dispelling superstitions. He made significant contributions in the fields of personality development and psychology through his writings and teachings. “I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members,” he added.

Minister for Human Resources Development Nara Lokesh said that the death of renowned personality development expert and magician has come as a great shock. “B.V. Pattabhiram provided invaluable services as a magician, hypnotist, and soft skills trainer. I express my deepest condolences to her family members,” he said.