Megastar Chiranjeev
Actor

Megastar Chiranjeev

Active Telugu Film Industry
Based In Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Origin Mogalthur, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India
Years Active 1978 – Present
Overall Rating 4.5 /5
Fan Rating 9.0/10

Megastar Chiranjeev Biography

Megastar Chiranjeevi – Full Information

  • Full Name: Konidela Siva Sankara Vara Prasad
  • Popular Name: Chiranjeevi
  • Nickname: Megastar
  • Date of Birth: 22 August 1955
  • Age: 70 years
  • Birthplace: Mogalthur, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Profession: Actor, Producer, Politician
  • Years Active: 1978 – Present

Family Background

  • Father: Late Konidela Venkata Rao (Police Constable)
  • Mother: Anjana Devi (Homemaker)

Siblings:

  • Two younger brothers (both associated with Telugu film industry)
  • One younger sister

Education

  • Schooling: Completed schooling in different towns of Andhra Pradesh due to father’s transferable job
  • College: Maharaja’s College, Vizianagaram
  • Degree: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
  • Additional Training: Diploma in Acting from the Madras Film Institute (now known as FTII Chennai)

Career Highlight

Year Movie Name Career Highlight
1978 Pranam Khareedu First film released
1979 Punadhirallu Acting debut film
1983 Khaidi Breakthrough film; established him as a superstar
1988 Trinetrudu 100th film of his career
1992 Gharana Mogudu First South Indian film to collect over ₹10 crore share
1999 Sneham Kosam 125th film
2017 Khaidi No. 150 150th film; major comeback after political break
2019 Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy Epic historical action film
2022 GodFather Political action thriller
2022 Acharya Social action drama
2023 Waltair Veerayya Major commercial success
2023 Bhola Shankar Action drama
2026 Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu Released in January 2026
2026 Vishwambhara Fantasy adventure film

Recent Activity

1. Mega Blockbuster Success (2026)
Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu became a Sankranti blockbuster, crossing ₹100 crore globally within days of release.

2.Vintage Chiranjeevi Comeback
Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the film was praised for his classic comedy timing, energy, and screen presence.

3.Grand Success Celebrations
A special screening in Hyderabad was attended by close family and industry members, marking a major career high.

4.Mega158 – Gangster Action Drama
Reuniting with Bobby Kolli, this high-voltage action film is set to begin filming in March 2026.

5.Power-Packed 2026 Lineup
Vishwambhara and the Srikanth Odela project highlight a strong slate of big-budget and intense films for 2026.

Awards List

Year Award Category Film Result
1982 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor – Telugu Subhalekha Won
1985 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor – Telugu Vijetha Won
1987 Nandi Awards Best Actor Swayam Krushi Won
1992 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor – Telugu Aapadbandhavudu Won
1992 Nandi Awards Best Actor Aapadbandhavudu Won
1993 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor – Telugu Muta Mestri Won
1999 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor – Telugu Sneham Kosam Won
2002 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor – Telugu Indra Won
2002 Nandi Awards Best Actor Indra Won
2004 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor – Telugu Shankar Dada MBBS Won
2006 Filmfare Awards South Special Award – South Legends (Honorary Award) Won
2010 Filmfare Awards South Lifetime Achievement Award – South Outstanding Contributions Won
2016 Nandi Awards Raghupathi Venkaiah Award Honorary Award Won
2023 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor – Telugu GodFather Nominated
2024 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor – Telugu Waltair Veerayya Nominated

About Megastar Chiranjeev

He earned the title due to his unmatched box-office success, mass popularity, and long-lasting impact on Telugu cinema.
Khaidi (1983) established him as a superstar.
He has acted in over 150 films.
Yes, he has received both Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri.
Yes, he remains active with major projects lined up in 2026.

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