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Mahesh Babu
Active Telugu
- FromChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Based inHyderabad, Telangana, India
- Age46–55
- Active1979 – Present
- Updated
Mahesh Babu Biography
Mahesh Babu – Full Information
- Full Name: Ghattamaneni Mahesh Babu
- Popular Name: Mahesh Babu
- Nickname: Prince of Tollywood, Superstar
- Profession: Actor, Producer, Philanthropist
- Date of Birth: 9 August 1975
- Age Range: 49–50 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Hometown: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
- Current Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
- Nationality: Indian
Physical Appearence
- Height: Approx. 6 feet (183 cm)
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Industry
- Film Industry: Telugu Cinema (Tollywood)
- Debut as Child Artist: Needa (1979)
- Debut as Lead Actor: Raja Kumarudu (1999)
- Years Active: 1979 – Present
Family Background
- Father: Krishna (Veteran Telugu Actor, Late)
- Mother: Indira Devi (Late)
- Spouse: Namrata Shirodkar (Former Actress)
- Children: Son – Gautam Krishna, Daughter – Sitara Ghattamaneni
Education
- Schooling: St. Bede’s Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School, Chennai
- College: Loyola College, Chennai
- Qualification: Bachelor of Commerce
Career Highlight
| Year | Film / Project | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Needa | Himself | Child artist |
| 1983 | Poratam | Bujji | – |
| 1987 | Sankharavam | Raja | – |
| 1988 | Bazaar Rowdy | Mahesh Babu | – |
| 1988 | Mugguru Kodukulu | Surendra | – |
| 1989 | Gudachari 117 | Chinna | – |
| 1989 | Koduku Diddina Kapuram | Vinod & Pramod | – |
| 1990 | Anna Thammudu | Murali | – |
| 1990 | Balachandrudu | Balachandra | – |
| 1999 | Rajakumarudu | Raja | Debut in lead role |
| 2000 | Yuvaraju | Srinivas | – |
| 2000 | Vamsi | Vamsi | – |
| 2001 | Murari | Murari | – |
| 2002 | Takkari Donga | Raja | – |
| 2002 | Bobby | Bobby | – |
| 2003 | Okkadu | Ajay Varma | – |
| 2003 | Nijam | G. Seetaram | – |
| 2004 | Naani | Vijay “Viju” / Naani & Mahesh Ramu | Dual role |
| 2004 | Arjun | Arjun | – |
| 2005 | Athadu | Nanda “Nandu” Gopal / Pardhu | Dual role |
| 2006 | Pokiri | Pandu / Krishna Manohar IPS | – |
| 2006 | Sainikudu | Siddharth | – |
| 2007 | Athidhi | Athidhi | – |
| 2010 | Khaleja | Alluri Seetharama Raju | – |
| 2011 | Dookudu | G. Ajay Kumar IPS / Ballary Babu | Dual role |
| 2012 | Businessman | Vijay Surya “Surya Bhai” | – |
| 2013 | Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu | Chinnodu | – |
| 2014 | 1: Nenokkadine | Gautham | – |
| 2014 | Aagadu | Circle Inspector / Encounter Shankar | Dual role |
| 2015 | Srimanthudu | Harsha Vardhan | – |
| 2016 | Brahmotsavam | Ajay Chantibabu | – |
| 2017 | Spyder | Shiva | – |
| 2018 | Bharat Ane Nenu | Bharath Ram | – |
| 2019 | Maharshi | K. Rishi Kumar | – |
| 2020 | Sarileru Neekevvaru | Major Ajay Krishna | – |
| 2022 | Sarkaru Vaari Paata | Mahesh “Mahi” | – |
| 2024 | Guntur Kaaram | Bhogineni Veera Venkata Ramana | – |
| 2027 | Varanasi † | Rudhra / Lord Rama | Filming, dual role |
Recent Activity
- Film Title (Tentative): Varanasi
- Director: SS Rajamouli
- Genre: High-budget action-adventure
- Co-star: Priyanka Chopra Jonas
- Status: Actively filming
- Scheduled Release: 2027
- Recent Activity: Attended promotional “Globe Trotter” event for the film
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Nandi Awards | Best Male Debut | Nandi Award | Raja Kumarudu | Won |
| 2003 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Telugu | Filmfare Award | Okkadu | Won |
| 2004 | Nandi Awards | Best Actor | Nandi Award | Arjun | Won |
| 2006 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Telugu | Filmfare Award | Pokiri | Won |
| 2006 | CineMAA Awards | Best Actor | CineMAA Award | Pokiri | Won |
| 2011 | Nandi Awards | Best Actor | Nandi Award | Dookudu | Won |
| 2011 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Telugu | Filmfare Award | Dookudu | Won |
| 2012 | CineMAA Awards | Best Actor | CineMAA Award | Businessman | Won |
| 2015 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Telugu | Filmfare Award | Srimanthudu | Won |
| 2015 | Nandi Awards | Best Actor | Nandi Award | Srimanthudu | Won |
| 2018 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Telugu | Filmfare Award | Bharat Ane Nenu | Won |
| 2019 | SIIMA Awards | Best Actor – Telugu | SIIMA Award | Maharshi | Won |
| 2020 | CineMAA Awards | Best Actor | CineMAA Award | Sarileru Neekevvaru | Won |
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About Mahesh Babu
Why is Mahesh Babu called the Prince of Tollywood?
Due to his charm, consistent box-office success, and massive fan following.
Who is Mahesh Babu’s wife?
Namrata Shirodkar, former actress.
Is Mahesh Babu involved in social work?
Yes, through the Heal A Child Foundation supporting underprivileged children.
Which was Mahesh Babu’s debut film as a lead?
Raja Kumarudu (1999).
What are some of his biggest blockbusters?
Pokiri, Srimanthudu, Bharat Ane Nenu, and Maharshi.
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