Mahesh Babu is one of the most popular and successful actors in Telugu cinema, known for his charisma, acting talent, and immense fan following. Below are the complete details of his life and career:
Full Name:
Mahesh Ghattamaneni
Date of Birth:
August 9, 1975
Place of Birth:
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Family Background:
- Father: Krishna (Ghattamaneni Siva Rama Krishna Murthy) – A legendary actor in Telugu cinema and a prominent figure in the industry.
- Mother: Indira Devi
- Siblings: Mahesh Babu has two siblings: one older brother (Ramesh Babu), who was also an actor and producer, and an older sister (Padmavathi).
- Spouse: Namrata Shirodkar (Actress, former Miss India)
- Children: Mahesh Babu and Namrata have two children, a son named Gautam (born 2006) and a daughter named Sitara (born 2012).
Educational Background:
Mahesh Babu completed his schooling in Chennai at St. Bede’s Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School and later graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Loyola College, Chennai.
Career in Films:
Mahesh Babu made his debut as a child actor in the 1979 film Needa, directed by his father Krishna. However, his career as a lead actor began in 1999, and he quickly became one of the top stars in Telugu cinema.
Complete Filmography
As Child Artist
| Year | Film Title | Role / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Needa | Debut as a child actor |
| 1983 | Poratam | Acted with father Krishna |
| 1987 | Sankharavam | |
| 1988 | Bazaar Rowdy | |
| 1988 | Mugguru Kodukulu | |
| 1988 | Gudachari 117 | |
| 1989 | Koduku Diddina Kapuram | Dual role |
| 1990 | Anna Thammudu | |
| 1990 | Balachandrudu | Last child role |
As Lead Actor
| Year | Film Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Rajakumarudu | Raj Kumar |
| 2000 | Yuvaraju | Srinivas |
| 2000 | Vamsi | Vamsi |
| 2001 | Murari | Murari |
| 2002 | Takkari Donga | Raja |
| 2002 | Bobby | Bobby |
| 2003 | Okkadu | Ajay Varma |
| 2003 | Nijam | Seetaram |
| 2004 | Naani | Naani |
| 2004 | Arjun | Arjun |
| 2005 | Athadu | Nandu / Pardhu |
| 2006 | Pokiri | Krishna Manohar IPS |
| 2007 | Sainikudu | Siddharth |
| 2010 | Khaleja | Raju |
| 2011 | Dookudu | G. Ajay Kumar |
| 2012 | Businessman | Surya Bhai |
| 2013 | SVSC | Gopichand (Gopi) |
| 2014 | 1: Nenokkadine | Gautham |
| 2014 | Aagadu | Encounter Shankar |
| 2015 | Srimanthudu | Harsha Vardhan |
| 2016 | Brahmotsavam | Babu |
| 2017 | Spyder | Shiva |
| 2018 | Bharat Ane Nenu | Bharat Ram |
| 2019 | Maharshi | Rishi Kumar |
| 2020 | Sarileru Neekevvaru | Ajay Krishna |
| 2022 | Sarkaru Vaari Paata | Mahesh |
| 2024 | Guntur Kaaram | Ramana |
| 2025 | SSMB 29 (Upcoming) | TBA (Adventure genre with Rajamouli) |
| 2025 | Jana Gana Mana (Rumored) | TBA |
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award | Category / Film | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Nandi Award | Best Male Debut (Rajakumarudu) | Debut as a lead actor |
| 2001 | Nandi Special Jury Award | Murari | Praised for performance |
| 2002 | Nandi Special Jury Award | Takkari Donga | Noted for versatility |
| 2003 | Nandi Award | Best Actor (Nijam) | Intense role in an action drama |
| 2006 | Nandi Award | Best Actor (Athadu) | Stylish action-thriller |
| 2006 | Filmfare Award South | Best Actor – Telugu (Pokiri) | Blockbuster success |
| 2011 | CineMAA Award | Best Actor – Male (Dookudu) | Career-defining hit |
| 2011 | South Scope Award | Best Actor (Dookudu) | Widely recognized |
| 2011 | Filmfare Award South | Best Actor – Telugu (Dookudu) | |
| 2011 | Nandi Award | Best Actor (Dookudu) | |
| 2012 | SIIMA Award | Best Actor – Telugu (Businessman) | Stylish gangster role |
| 2013 | Filmfare Award South | Best Actor – Telugu (SVSC) | Multi-starrer film |
| 2015 | IIFA Utsavam | Best Actor – Telugu (Srimanthudu) | Socially themed blockbuster |
| 2015 | Filmfare Award South | Best Actor – Telugu (Srimanthudu) | |
| 2015 | SIIMA Award | Best Actor – Telugu (Srimanthudu) | |
| 2015 | Santosham Award | Best Actor (Srimanthudu) | |
| 2016 | Zee Telugu Golden Award | Best Actor of the Year | Popular choice |
| 2018 | SIIMA Award | Best Actor – Telugu (Bharat Ane Nenu) | Role of a young Chief Minister |
| 2019 | Zee Cine Awards Telugu | Best Actor (Maharshi) | Portrayal of a corporate turned farmer |
| 2019 | IIFA Utsavam | Best Actor (Maharshi) | |
| 2019 | Filmfare Award South | Best Actor – Telugu (Maharshi) | |
| 2021 | Sakshi Excellence Award | Youth Icon | Contribution to film & philanthropy |
Endorsements and Brand Ambassador:
Mahesh Babu is one of the most sought-after actors for brand endorsements in India. He has been the face of numerous brands, including:
- Thums Up
- Puma
- Kellogg’s
- Amrutanjan
- Navratna Oil
- Mahindra
- Nissan India
His clean image and massive fan following make him a favorite for top brands.
Personal Life:
Mahesh Babu is married to actress Namrata Shirodkar, whom he met while filming for Vamsi (2000), and they got married in 2005. They have two children: Gautam and Sitara.
Mahesh is known for his down-to-earth nature, humility, and social media presence, where he interacts with fans and supports social causes.
In addition to acting in movies, Mahesh Babu is involved in a number of other activities, including:
- Investing in businesses: He has invested in several businesses, including AMB Cinemas, a premium multiplex theater in Hyderabad, and AN, a restaurant.
- Establishing a film production company: He established G. Mahesh Babu Entertainment, an Indian film production company.
- Wealth management: He has a diverse portfolio for wealth management.
Actor and philanthropist Mahesh Babu has helped children in many ways, including:
- Funding heart surgeries: The Mahesh Babu Foundation funds life-saving congenital heart surgeries for children in need. The foundation works with doctors from Andhra Hospitals and Rainbow Hospitals.
- Supporting education: The foundation helps poor but merit students receive a quality education.
- Providing financial assistance: The foundation provides financial assistance to families with newborn babies with heart ailments.
- Developing villages: The foundation adopts and develops villages into smart villages.
- Medical camps: The foundation has organized medical camps to raise health literacy levels in villages. For example, the foundation and Andhra Hospitals organized a medical camp for children in Burripalem village.
- Supporting Pure Little Hearts Foundation: The foundation has supported the Pure Little Hearts Foundation since 2022 to help underprivileged children with congenital heart diseases.
- Goodwill ambassador: Babu is a goodwill ambassador for Rainbow Hospitals.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS :
Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixRKSaQIvuY&pp=ygUVbWFoZXNoIGJhYnUgaW50ZXJ2aWV3
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/urstrulymahesh/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/urstrulyMahesh/
Twitter : https://twitter.com/urstrulyMahesh
