Actor
Brahmanandam
Based In
Hyderabad, Telangana
Origin
Sattenapalli, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India
Years Active
1987–present
Brahmanandam Biography
Brahmanandam Personal Information
- Full Name: Kanneganti Brahmanandam
- Date of Birth: 1 February 1956
- Age: 69 years
- Birthplace: Sattenapalli, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Hometown: Sattenapalli, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh
- Religion: Hinduism
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Physical Attributes
- Height: 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
- Weight: 70 kg (approx.)
- Hair Color: Black (greying with age)
- Eye Color: Black
Family Background
- Father: Kanneganti Venkata Subba Rao
- Mother: Kanneganti Kamalamma
- Siblings: Multiple siblings (names not widely publicized)
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Lakshmi
- Children: Two sons
Education
- Schooling: Completed schooling in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
- Higher Education: Graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Arts from Srikrishnasram College, Guntur
- Additional Training: Studied drama and theatre, actively participated in stage plays
Career Highlight
| Year | Movie Name | Language | Role / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Aha Naa Pellanta | Telugu | Film debut; comic role that gained recognition |
| 1993 | Mr. Pellam | Telugu | Comedian; earned critical acclaim |
| 1997 | Annamayya | Telugu | Comic relief role in a devotional film |
| 2002 | Manmadhudu | Telugu | Supporting comedian role |
| 2011 | Dookudu | Telugu | Major commercial success; memorable comic timing |
| 2013 | Baadshah | Telugu | Comic role in a hit action-comedy |
| 2013 | Attarintiki Daredi | Telugu | Iconic comedy performance; film blockbuster |
| 2014 | Race Gurram | Telugu | Comic role; audience favorite |
| 2015 | S/O Satyamurthy | Telugu | Humorous supporting role |
| 2016 | Nannaku Prematho | Telugu | Comic character adding relief to action-drama |
| 2017 | Gautamiputra Satakarni | Telugu | Historical film; comic supporting role |
| 2019 | F2 – Fun and Frustration | Telugu | Popular comedy film; standout comic scenes |
| 2021 | Vakeel Saab | Telugu | Supporting comic role in legal drama |
| 2023 | Waltair Veerayya | Telugu | Featured in key comic sequences |
Recent Activity
- The Raja Saab (Telugu, post-production)
- Upcoming TV series: Super Subbu
- Potential Bollywood comeback: Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay
- Interests: Art (sculpture and sketching) and autobiography Nenu
- Achievement: Guinness World Record for most screen credits and celebrated prolific career
Award list
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Nandi Awards | Best Male Comedian | Nandi Award | Money | Won |
| 1994 | Nandi Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Nandi Award | Anna | Won |
| 1995 | Nandi Awards | Best Comedian | Nandi Award | Anaganaga Oka Roju | Won |
| 1996 | Nandi Awards | Best Comedian | Nandi Award | Vinodam | Won |
| 2003 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Comedian – Telugu | Filmfare Award | Manmadhudu | Won |
| 2008 | Nandi Awards | Best Comedian | Nandi Award | Ready | Won |
| 2009 | Civilian Honours | Padma Shri | Government of India | – | Awarded |
| 2012 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Comedian – Telugu | SIIMA | Dookudu | Won |
| 2014 | Nandi Awards | Best Comedian | Nandi Award | Race Gurram | Won |
| 2014 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Comedian – Telugu | SIIMA | Baadshah | Won |
| 2015 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Comedian – Telugu | SIIMA | Race Gurram | Won |
| 2024 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Supporting Actor – Telugu | Filmfare Award | Ranga Maarthaanda | Won |
| – | CineMAA Awards | Best Comedian | CineMAA Award | Manmadhudu, Dhee, Konchem Ishtam Konchem Kashtam, Adhurs, Dookudu | Won |
| – | Guinness World Record | Most screen credits | Guinness World Record | – | Awarded |
About Brahmanandam
Brahmanandam is a legendary Indian comedian and actor primarily known for his work in Telugu cinema.
He was born on 1 February 1956 in Sattenapalli, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
His film debut was in the Telugu movie Aha Naa Pellanta (1987).
He has won multiple Nandi Awards, Filmfare Awards South, CineMAA Awards, SIIMA Awards, the Padma Shri, and holds a Guinness World Record for most screen credits.
Yes, Brahmanandam remains active in Telugu cinema with recent and upcoming projects, including films, TV series, and potential Bollywood appearances.