Prabhas, an Indian film actor predominantly known for his work in Telugu cinema, has made a significant impact on the Indian film industry. The Bollywood actor his journey from a regional actor to a pan-Indian superstar is nothing short of inspiring.
This blog post aims to provide an in-depth look into his life, career, and the milestones he has achieved.
Early Life and Upbringing
Born as Uppalapati Venkata Suryanarayana Prabhas Raju on 23rd October 1979 in Madras, Tamil Nadu, India12, Prabhas was destined to be in the film industry. His father, Uppalapati Surya Narayana Raju, was a film producer, and his uncle, Krishnam Raju, is a renowned Telugu actor.
Prabhas is the youngest of three children, with an elder brother Pramod Uppalapati and sister Pragathi. He attended the DNR School, Bhimavaram and graduated with a B.Tech. degree from Sri Chaitanya College, Hyderabad.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
Personal Details | Information |
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Full Name | Uppalapati Venkata Suryanarayana Prabhas Raju |
Nickname | Darling, Young Rebel Star |
Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | Prabhas |
Date of Birth | 23 October 1979 |
Age (as of 2023) | 44 Years |
Religion | Hinduism |
Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Nationality | Indian |
Birthplace | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
Hometown | Hyderabad, India |
Current Address | Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad |
Education Qualification | B.Tech |
Hobbies and Interests | Playing volleyball, reading |
Languages Known | Telugu, Hindi, English |
Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
Wikipedia Profile link | Prabhas – Wikipedia |
IMDb Profile link | Prabhas – IMDb |
Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
Physical Stats | Information |
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Body Type | Athletic |
Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 44-34-18 inches |
Height in feet, inches, cm | 6’ 1″, 185 cm |
Weight in kg, lbs | 95 kg, 209 lbs |
Chest | 44 inches |
Waist | 34 inches |
Biceps | 18 inches |
Eye Colour | Brown |
Hair Colour | Black |
Hairstyle | Short and wavy |
Distinctive Features | Chiseled jawline, muscular physique |
Tattoos | N/A |
Family and Relationships – Girlfriend/Wife, Affairs
Prabhas is known to be a private person. He has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight. Despite being one of the highest-paid actors in Indian cinema, he leads a simple lifestyle.
He is unmarried and rumors about his relationships with actresses like Anushka Shetty and Ileana D’Cruz have been circulating, but none have been confirmed.
Relationships Details | Information |
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Marital Status | married |
Spouse – Wife | Anushka |
Father | Late Uppalapati Surya Narayana Raju (Producer) |
Mother | Siva Kumari |
Children | N/A |
Siblings | Pramod Uppalapati (Elder brother), Pragathi (Elder sister) |
Affairs – Girlfriend(s) | Anushka Shetty (Actress, Rumour), Ileana D’Cruz (Actress, Rumour) |
Significant Relationships | N/A |
Rise to Stardom
Prabhas made his acting debut in 2002 with the Telugu drama ‘Eeswar’. However, it was the action romance ‘Varsham’ in 2004 that brought him into the limelight.
His notable works include ‘Chatrapathi’ (2005), ‘Bujjigadu’ (2008), ‘Billa’ (2009), ‘Darling’ (2010), ‘Mr. Perfect’ (2011), and ‘Mirchi’ (2013). He won the Nandi Award for Best Actor for his performance in ‘Mirchi’.
Prabhas – Debut Film – Eeswar (2002)
Prabhas – Successful Film – Saaho (2019)
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Prabhas’s career took a significant turn when he starred in S. S. Rajamouli’s epic action drama ‘Baahubali: The Beginning’ in 2015. He reprised his role in its sequel, ‘Baahubali 2: The Conclusion’ (2017), which became the first Indian film ever to gross over ₹1,000 crore (US$155 million) in all languages in just ten days.
This achievement helped Prabhas gain international recognition.
Career Details | Information |
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Profession(s) | Film actor |
Debut Film | Eeshwar (2002, Telugu) |
Notable Roles | Baahubali/Shivudu in Baahubali series, Chatrapathi in Chatrapathi, Billa in Billa, Darling in Darling, Mr. Perfect in Mr. Perfect, Jai in Mirchi |
Recent Films – New Movies | Radhe Shyam (2021), Salaar (2022), Adipurush (2022) |
Upcoming Films | Nag Ashwin’s untitled sci-fi film (2023) |
Popular Television Series | N/A |
Awards and Achievements | Nandi Award for Best Actor for Mirchi (2013), SIIMA Award for Best Actor for Baahubali: The Beginning (2015), Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu for Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017), National Film Award for Best Feature Film for Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017), Padma Shri (2019) |
Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | Mahindra TUV300, Gionee, Joyalukkas, Titan, Royal Stag, Nestle KitKat |
Philanthropy/Charity Work | Donated ₹4 crore for COVID-19 relief, adopted 1650 acres of forest land in Telangana, supported various social causes and NGOs |
Professional Associations | Telugu Film Industry, Bollywood Film Industry |
Training and Education | Trained under Satyanand, a veteran Telugu actor |
Production Company | UV Creations |
Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Varsham (2004), Chatrapathi (2005), Darling (2010), Mr. Perfect (2011), Mirchi (2013), Baahubali: The Beginning (2015), Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017), Saaho (2019) |
Critical Acclaim Movies | Baahubali: The Beginning (2015), Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017) |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
Financial Profile | Information |
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Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | ₹200 crore, $28 million |
Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | ₹25 crore, $3.5 million |
Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | ₹1.5 crore, $0.2 million |
Sponsorship Deals | Mahindra TUV300, Gionee, Joyalukkas, Titan, Royal Stag, Nestle KitKat |
Business Ventures | UV Creations |
Investments | N/A |
Real Estate Holdings | Farmhouse in Hyderabad, beach house in Los Angeles |
Luxury Items/Properties Owned | N/A |
Cars Collection | Rolls Royce Phantom, Jaguar XJ, BMW X5 |
Favorite Things, Likes and Dislikes
Favorite Things | Information |
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Favorite Actor | Robert De Niro, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan |
Favorite Actress | Raveena Tandon, Deepika Padukone, Jayasudha, Trisha Krishnan, Shriya Saran |
Favorite Film | Munna Bhai MBBS, 3 Idiots, PK, Bhakta Kannappa, Geethanjali |
Favorite Music Bands | N/A |
Favorite Sport | Volleyball |
Favorite Books | The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand |
Favorite Color | Black |
Favorite Food | Biryani, Butter Chicken |
Things s/he like | Food, traveling, nature |
Things s/he dislike | Gossip, negativity, smoking |
Top 5 Best Films – Prabhas
Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
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Baahubali: The Beginning | 2015 | Mahendra Baahubali/Amarendra Baahubali |
Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | 2017 | Mahendra Baahubali/Amarendra Baahubali |
Mirchi | 2013 | Jai |
Darling | 2010 | Prabhas Prabha |
Mr. Perfect | 2011 | Vicky |
Controversies – Prabhas
- Rumors of a rift between Prabhas and Pooja Hegde during the filming of ‘Radhe Shyam’.
- Controversies surrounding the film ‘Adipurush’, including objections to the portrayal of Lord Hanuman, Lord Ram, and goddess Sita.
- The controversy around the film’s poster showing Prabhas as Ram wearing a crown, which led to criticism from Hindu groups.
- A distressing incident where a group of Prabhas fans physically assaulted a cinegoer who expressed displeasure with the film ‘Adipurush’.
- A controversy where a cinegoer inadvertently occupied a seat intended for Lord Hanuman in a theater showing ‘Adipurush’, leading to a confrontation.
Interesting Facts – Prabhas
- Prabhas is the first South Indian actor to have his own wax statue at Madame Tussauds, Bangkok.
- He is often called “Darling” and “Young Rebel Star” by his fans.
- Despite being one of the highest-paid actors in Indian cinema, Prabhas leads a simple lifestyle.
- Prabhas had admitted in the past that he never thought of becoming an actor, and in fact wanted to be a hotelier instead.
- Chicken biryani is his favorite dish.
- Prabhas is a very private person and is rarely seen at social events or parties.
This blog post provides a comprehensive look into the life and career of Prabhas, one of the most influential actors in Indian cinema. His journey from a regional actor to a pan-Indian superstar is truly inspiring and serves as a testament to his talent and dedication to his craft.