Mahesh Babu is one of the most popular actors in the Indian film industry. The Bollywood actor he has appeared in more than 25 films and won several accolades, including eight Nandi Awards, five Filmfare Telugu Awards, four SIIMA Awards, three CineMAA Awards, and one IIFA Utsavam Award.
In this blog post, we will take a closer look at his life, career, and achievements.
Early Life and Upbringing
Mahesh Babu was born on August 9, 1975, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He is the son of veteran Telugu actor Krishna and Indira. He has four siblings, Ramesh Babu, Padmavathi, Manjula, and Priyadarshini.
Mahesh Babu spent most of his childhood in Chennai under the care of his maternal grandmother Durgamma and the rest of his family. He completed his schooling at St. Bede’s Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School in Chennai and graduated from Loyola College, Chennai.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ghattamaneni Mahesh Babu |
| Nickname | Naani, Prince, and Navataram Superstar |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | Mahesh Ghattamaneni |
| Date of Birth | 9 August 1975 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 48 Years |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Hometown | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Current Address | Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, India |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor of Commerce at Loyola College, Chennai |
| Hobbies and Interests | Reading, jogging, and playing video games |
| Languages Known | Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and English |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Mahesh Babu – Wikipedia |
| IMDb Profile link | Mahesh Babu – IMDb |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Athletic |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 40-34-14 inches |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 6’ 2″, 188 cm |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 70 kg, 154 lbs |
| Chest | 40 inches |
| Waist | 34 inches |
| Biceps | 14 inches |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Hairstyle | Short and wavy |
| Distinctive Features | Charming smile and dimples |
| Tattoos | N/A |
Family and Relationships – Girlfriend/Wife, Affairs
Mahesh Babu is married to Namrata Shirodkar, a former Miss India and Bollywood actress. They got married on February 10, 2005, and have two children, a son named Gautam Krishna and a daughter named Sitara.
Mahesh Babu is known for being a private person and keeps his personal life away from the media.
| Relationships Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse – Wife | Namrata Shirodkar (actress) |
| Father | Krishna (veteran Telugu actor) |
| Mother | Indira |
| Children | Gautam Krishna (son), Sitara (daughter) |
| Siblings | Ramesh Babu (brother), Padmavathi (sister), Manjula Swaroop (sister), Priyadarshini (sister) |
| Affairs – Girlfriend(s) | N/A |
| Significant Relationships | Namrata Shirodkar (wife) |
Rise to Stardom
Mahesh Babu made his debut as a child artist in the film Needa (1979) at the age of four. He acted in eight other films as a child artist before making his debut as a lead actor with Rajakumarudu (1999). The film won him the Nandi Award for Best Male Debut.
He achieved his breakthrough with the supernatural drama Murari (2001) and the action film Okkadu (2003). He went on to act in other commercially successful films such as Arjun (2004), Athadu (2005), Pokiri (2006), Dookudu (2011), Businessman (2012), Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu (2013), Srimanthudu (2015), Bharat Ane Nenu (2018), Maharshi (2019), Sarileru Neekevvaru (2020), and Sarkaru Vaari Paata (2022).
Mahesh Babu – Debut Film – Needa (2013)
Mahesh Babu – Successful Film – Maharshi (2019)
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Mahesh Babu has won several awards and accolades throughout his career. He has won eight Nandi Awards, five Filmfare Telugu Awards, four SIIMA Awards, three CineMAA Awards, and one IIFA Utsavam Award. He was also honored with the International Indian Film Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in Pokiri (2006).
In addition to his acting career, Mahesh Babu is also a philanthropist and co-runs the charitable trust and non-profit organization Heal A Child. He is also associated with Rainbow Hospitals as their goodwill ambassador.
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actor, Producer |
| Debut Film | Raja Kumarudu (1999) |
| Notable Roles | Harsha in Srimanthudu, Bharat in Bharat Ane Nenu, Rishi in Maharshi, Ajay Krishna in Sarileru Neekevvaru |
| Recent Films – New Movies | Sarileru Neekevvaru (2020), Maharshi (2019), Bharat Ane Nenu (2018) |
| Upcoming Films | Sarkari Vari Paata (2022), Major (2022) |
| Popular Television Series | N/A |
| Awards and Achievements | Eight Nandi Awards, five Filmfare Telugu Awards, four SIIMA Awards, three CineMAA Awards, one IIFA Utsavam Award, one National Film Award for Best Popular Film |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | Thumbs Up, Royal Stag, Santoor, TVS, Vivel, Jos Alukkas, Idea Cellular, South India Shopping Mall, Rainbow Hospitals, Denver, Protinex, Close Up, Mahindra Tractors, Paragon, Sai Surya Developers, Chennai Silks, AbhiBus, Denver, Flipkart |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | Heal A Child Foundation, Gramam Foundation, Andhra Hospitals, Rainbow Hospitals, MARD Initiative, Chennai Flood Relief, Hudhud Cyclone Relief |
| Professional Associations | G. Mahesh Babu Entertainment, AMB Cinemas |
| Training and Education | Acting training by L. Satyanand in Visakhapatnam |
| Production Company | G. Mahesh Babu Entertainment |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Pokiri (2006), Dookudu (2011), Srimanthudu (2015), Sarileru Neekevvaru (2020) |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | Murari (2001), Okkadu (2003), Athadu (2005), Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu (2013), Bharat Ane Nenu (2018), Maharshi (2019) |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
| Financial Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 270 crore, $36 million |
| Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 25-30 crore, $3.4-4 million |
| Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 2-3 crore, $0.27-0.4 million |
| Sponsorship Deals | Thumbs Up, Royal Stag, Santoor, TVS, Vivel, Jos Alukkas, Idea Cellular, South India Shopping Mall, Rainbow Hospitals, Denver, Protinex, Close Up, Mahindra Tractors, Paragon, Sai Surya Developers, Chennai Silks, AbhiBus, Denver, Flipkart |
| Business Ventures | G. Mahesh Babu Entertainment, AMB Cinemas |
| Investments | Real estate, stocks, mutual funds |
| Real Estate Holdings | Bungalow in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad; Farmhouse in Chevella, Ranga Reddy district; Apartment in New York City |
| Luxury Items/Properties Owned | Rolex watch, Harley Davidson bike, vanity van |
| Cars Collection | Mercedes Benz GL-Class, Range Rover Vogue, Toyota Land Cruiser, Audi A8 |
Favorite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favorite Things | Information |
|---|---|
| Favorite Actor | Krishna (his father) |
| Favorite Actress | Sridevi |
| Favorite Film | The Godfather |
| Favorite Music Bands | U2, Metallica, Iron Maiden |
| Favorite Sport | Cricket |
| Favorite Books | The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand, Kane and Abel by Jeffrey Archer |
| Favorite Color | Blue |
| Favorite Food | Biryani, coffee |
| Things s/he like | Spending time with family, traveling, watching movies |
| Things s/he dislike | Smoking, drinking, gossiping |
Top 5 Best Films – Mahesh Babu
| Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
|---|---|---|
| Athadu | 2005 | Nanda Gopal |
| 1: Nenokkadine | 2014 | Gautham/Krishna |
| Okkadu | 2003 | Ajay |
| Pokiri | 2006 | Pandu |
| Murari | 2001 | Murari |
Controversies – Mahesh Babu
- In 2022, Mahesh Babu made a statement at Adivi Sesh’s ‘Major’ trailer launch that “Bollywood cannot afford him,” which stirred up a controversy.
- In 2023, Income Tax officials raided his residence in Jubilee Hills after his movie Dookudu earned a gross of 1 Billion.
- In 2023, Mahesh Babu’s statement on the Sankranti releases created a controversy.
- In 2023, Mahesh Babu was notably absent from Tollywood.
- In 2024, Mahesh Babu’s movie Guntur Kaaram was surrounded by controversy.
Interesting Facta – Mahesh Babu
- Mahesh Babu was born to popular actor and filmmaker Krishna, who starred in more than 350 films.
- Famous Tamil actor Karthi was Mahesh’s schoolmate while Tamil superstar Vijay was his childhood playmate.
- Mahesh Babu’s Telugu films dubbed in Hindi have fetched high TRP ratings on Hindi movie channels.
- He is one of the highest-paid celebrities and one of the few South actors to endorse a national brand.
- For years, Mahesh Babu has been involved with various philanthropic activities, including charities promoting women’s rights and helping poor children.
- Despite being a superstar in the Telugu film industry, Mahesh Babu can’t read and write in Telugu.
In conclusion, Mahesh Babu’s journey from a child artist to a superstar is truly inspiring. His dedication to his craft, his versatility as an actor, and his commitment to giving back to society make him a true icon of Indian cinema. His story serves as a testament to the fact that with passion and perseverance, one can indeed reach the pinnacle of success.
