Chiranjeevi

Date of Birth: August 22, 1955

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Chiranjeevi, born Konidela Siva Sankara Vara Prasad, is an Indian film actor and politician. He was born on August 22, 1955, in Mogalthur, a small village in the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India. Chiranjeevi made his acting debut in 1978 with the film “Punadhirallu,” but it was the film “Pranam Khareedu” released in the same year that gained him recognition. Over the years, he became one of the most popular and highest-paid actors in Telugu cinema, known for his versatility and charismatic screen presence. In 2008, Chiranjeevi founded the Praja Rajyam Party in Andhra Pradesh, marking his official entry into politics. His political journey had its ups and downs, including merging his party with the Indian National Congress in 2011. Chiranjeevi served as the Union Minister of Tourism from 2012 to 2014. Despite his political endeavors, Chiranjeevi continues to be an influential figure in the Indian film industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Chiranjeevi

1. Chiranjeevi has appeared in over 150 films in his acting career.

2. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award, in 2006 for his contributions to Indian cinema.

3. Chiranjeevi’s comeback film “Khaidi No. 150” in 2017 was a massive commercial success.

4. He is popularly known as the “Megastar” of Telugu cinema.

5. Chiranjeevi has been actively involved in various philanthropic activities, including blood and eye donation drives through his Chiranjeevi Charitable Trust.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Chiranjeevi

1. “Success is not a destination; it’s a journey.”

2. “Cinema has the power to unite people beyond boundaries.”

3. “Politics is a platform to serve the people and bring about real change.”

4. “My fans are my greatest strength, and their love inspires me to keep going.”

5. “Every role I play, I see it as an opportunity to reinvent myself.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Chiranjeevi is estimated to be around $200 million.

Children

Chiranjeevi has three children: 1. Sushmita Konidela 2. Srija Konidela 3. Ram Charan – Ram Charan is a prominent actor in Telugu cinema, following in his father’s footsteps.