Rajasekhar, born on February 4, 1962, in Lakshmipuram, Tamil Nadu, is an Indian film actor renowned for his work in Telugu cinema. Though his mother tongue is Tamil, he primarily established his career in the Telugu film industry, also appearing in some Tamil and Kannada films.
Early Life and Background:
Rajasekhar’s father, Varadharajan Gopal, worked as a Sub Inspector of Police in Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, while his mother, Andalu, was from the same district. The family later migrated to Tamil Nadu. Interestingly, Rajasekhar is a trained doctor, having obtained his MBBS degree before venturing into the world of cinema.
Film Career:
Rajasekhar’s film career spans over three decades, with over 80 films to his credit. He is known for his intense acting style and versatility in portraying diverse characters.
filmography:
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Pudhumai Penn | Rajasekhar |
| 1985 | Puthiya Theerpu | Bhaskar |
| Pratighatana | Prakash | |
| Vande Mataram | Satyam | |
| 1986 | Ee Prasnaku Baduledi | — |
| Dora Bidda | — | |
| Challani Ramayya Chakkani Sitamma | — | |
| Talambralu | — | |
| Repati Pourulu | — | |
| Aruna Kiranam | — | |
| Kashmora | Darkha | |
| Mr. Bharath | Prakash | |
| 1987 | America Abbayi | — |
| Prajaswamyam | Ashok | |
| Aahuti | — | |
| Yuga Kartalu | — | |
| Idaa Prapancham | — | |
| Sruthilayalu | Narayana Murthy | |
| Aradhana | Lawrence | |
| 1988 | Nyayam Kosam | — |
| Nava Bharatam | — | |
| Annapurnamma Gaari Alludu | — | |
| Neeku Naaku Pellanta | — | |
| Mr. Hero | — | |
| Indra Dhanassu | — | |
| Station Master | Rama Rao | |
| Bava Marudula Saval | Inspector Jai Kumar | |
| 1989 | Aarta Nadam | — |
| Mamatala Kovela | — | |
| Ankusham | — | |
| Prajaa Teerpu | — | |
| Chennapatnam Chinnollu | — | |
| Yamapasam | — | |
| Dharma Yuddham | — | |
| Manchivaaru Maavaaru | — | |
| Vinta Dongalu | — | |
| 1990 | Rowdyism Nasinchali | — |
| Silasasanam | — | |
| Papa Kosam | — | |
| Magaadu | — | |
| 1991 | Aagraham | — |
| 1992 | Moratodu Naa Mogudu | — |
| Akka Mogudu | — | |
| Ahankari | — | |
| Balarama Krishnulu | Krishna Murthy | |
| 1993 | Amma Koduku | — |
| Allari Priyudu | Raja | |
| 1994 | Gangmaster | Raja |
| Anga Rakshakudu | — | |
| Aavesam | — | |
| Anna | Komaranna | |
| 1995 | Raja Simham | Major Raj Kumar / Chinna Raja / Shrimannarayana |
| Ghatotkachudu | Karna (Cameo appearance) | |
| 1996 | Vetagadu | — |
| 1997 | Ratha Yatra | — |
| Omkaram | Satya | |
| Maa Aayana Bangaram | — | |
| 1998 | Suryudu | Suryam |
| Deergha Sumangali Bhava | Rama Rao | |
| Sivayya | Sivayya | |
| 1999 | Neti Gandhi | — |
| Bobbili Vamsam | Raghava Rayudu | |
| Mechanic Mavayya | Raju / Siva | |
| 2000 | Ravanna | Ravanna |
| Okkadu Chaalu | Surya | |
| Manasunna Maaraju | — | |
| Maa Annayya | Madhu / Gopalam | |
| 2001 | Simharasi | Narasimharaju |
| Subhakaryam | — | |
| 2002 | Seshu | Seshu |
| Bharatasimha Reddy | Raja / Devudayya | |
| 2003 | Aayudham | Siddartha |
| Villain | Siva / Vishnu | |
| 2004 | Aaptudu | Bose |
| 2005 | Nayakudu | Raju |
| 2006 | Rajababu | Rajababu |
| 2007 | Evadaithe Nakenti | Major Surya |
| 2008 | Gorintaku | Ashok / Sarvarayudu |
| 2009 | Satyameva Jayate | DCP Sathya |
| Naa Style Veru | Sivaram | |
| 2010 | Maa Annayya Bangaram | Sivaji |
| 2013 | Mahankali | ACP Mahankali |
| 2015 | Gaddam Gang | Daasu |
| 2017 | PSV Garuda Vega | Pullela Chandrashekhar |
| 2019 | Kalki | Kalki IPS |
| 2020 | Arjuna | — |
| 2021 | Deyyam | Shankar |
| 2022 | Shekar | Sekhar |
| 2023 | Extra Ordinary Man | IG Vijay Chakravarthy |
Nandi Awards (Presented by Andhra Pradesh Government)
| Year | Award Category | Film |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Best Actor | Talambralu |
| 1990 | Best Actor | Magaadu |
| 1997 | Special Jury Award | Suryudu |
| 2008 | Special Jury Award | Gorintaku |
Personal Life:
Rajasekhar is married to actress Jeevitha, and they have two daughters, Shivani and Shivathmika, who are also pursuing acting careers.
Political Aspirations:
- Rajasekhar has occasionally shown interest in politics, but his focus has mostly remained on acting. He has kept a neutral stance on most political issues and has not been very active in the political sphere.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS :
Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OJohOQ8DH0&pp=ygUZaGVybyByYWphc2VraGFyIGJpb2dyYXBoeQ%3D%3D
Twitter : https://x.com/actorrajasekhar
