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Mohan Babu
Active Telugu Cinema (Tollywood) & Tamil Cinema
- FromModhugulapalem, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Based inHyderabad, Telangana, India
- Age74 years
- Active1974–Present
- Updated
Mohan Babu – Biography
Mohan Babu – Full Information
- Full Name: Manchu Bhakthavatsalam Naidu
- Popular Name: Mohan Babu
- Nickname: Collection King, Dialogue King, Nataprapoorna
- Profession: Actor, Producer, Educationist, Politician
- Known For: Legendary villain, comedy, and lead performances in Telugu cinema, dialogue delivery, and films like Peddarayudu, Assembly Rowdy, Khosla Ka Ghosla remake, and Yamadonga.
- Date of Birth: March 19, 1952
- Age: 74 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Modhugulapalem, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Hometown: Jalpalli, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Current Residence: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
- Profession Category: Actor / Tollywood Feature Star
Physical Appearance
- Height: 6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
- Weight: 82 kg (180 lbs) approx.
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family
- Father: Manchu Narayanaswamy Naidu (Retired Headmaster)
- Mother: Manchu Lakshmamma
- Siblings: Ranganath Chowdary, Ramachandra Chowdary, Krishna (Brothers), Vijaya (Sister)
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Vidya Devi (Late) / Nirmala Devi Manchu
- Children: Manchu Lakshmi, Manchu Vishnu, Manchu Manoj
Education
- School: Yerpedu Village School & High School in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
- College: YMCA College of Physical Education, Chennai & Adyar Film Institute, Chennai
- Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education (B.P.Ed)
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
| 1974 | Acting debut in the Telugu film Alluri Seetarama Raju |
| 1975 | Career breakthrough role in Swargam Narakam directed by Dasari Narayana Rao |
| 1982 | Turned film producer by founding Sree Lakshmi Prasanna Pictures with Pratigna |
| 1991 | Mass success with the lead action-comedy blockbuster Assembly Rowdy |
| 1992 | Starred in blockbuster comedy film Allari Mogudu |
| 1993 | Produced and co-starred in Major Chandrakanth alongside N. T. Rama Rao |
| 1995 | Iconic lead performance as Peddarayudu in the blockbuster film Peddarayudu |
| 2007 | Acclaimed performance as Yama Dharma Raja in SS Rajamouli’s Yamadonga |
| 2020 | Played Senior Officer Bhaktavatsalam Naidu in Tamil hit film Soorarai Pottru |
| 2025 | Celebrated 50 years in the Indian film industry with a landmark event MB50 |
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
| 1995 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Telugu | Peddarayudu | Won |
| 2007 | Government of India | Padma Shri (Civilian Honor) | Art / Cinema | Won |
| 2008 | CineMAA Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Yamadonga | Won |
| 2016 | Filmfare Awards South | Lifetime Achievement Award – South | Contribution to Cinema | Won |
| 2017 | SIIMA Awards | Special Appreciation Award | 40+ Years in Cinema | Won |
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About Mohan Babu
What is Mohan Babu's real name?
His real birth name is Manchu Bhakthavatsalam Naidu. Director Dasari Narayana Rao named him Mohan Babu for the screen.
What are Mohan Babu's famous nicknames in cinema?
He is popularly referred to as "Collection King", "Dialogue King", and "Nataprapoorna".
Did Mohan Babu serve in politics?
Yes, he served as a Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) from 1995 to 2000 representing the Telugu Desam Party.
Which educational institutions are run by Mohan Babu?
He founded and manages the Sree Vidyanikethan Educational Trust near Tirupati.
Who are Mohan Babu's children?
His children are Lakshmi Manchu, Vishnu Manchu, and Manoj Manchu, all of whom are established actors and producers in the film industry.
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