Mahesh Babu
About Mahesh Babu
Ghattamaneni Mahesh Babu (born 9 August 1975) is an Indian actor, producer, and philanthropist who primarily works in Telugu cinema. He is recognized for his nuanced performances, and has established himself as one of the most bankable and highest-paid stars in Indian cinema over the past two decades. He has received numerous accolades, including nine Nandi Awards, five Filmfare Awards South, and four SIIMA Awards, along with multiple nominations for Filmfare and SIIMA Awards.
The younger son of actor Krishna, Mahesh began his career as a child actor in the 1980s, appearing in several films before making his leading debut with Rajakumarudu (1999). Early in his career, he appeared in films spanning various genres, including Murari (2001), Takkari Donga (2002), a Western-genre film, and Nijam (2003), which helped establish his career. Mahesh gained wider recognition with action dramas such as Okkadu (2003), Athadu (2005), and Pokiri (2006), the latter becoming a genre-defining blockbuster.
In 2010, the conspiracy action entertainer Khaleja, the second collaboration between Mahesh and the director Trivikram, received critical acclaim. Although it initially garnered mixed reviews, the film eventually gained cult status among many film enthusiasts and inspired several directors in the Telugu film industry. Dookudu (2011) became the first Telugu-language film to gross over $1 million in the USA and earned Mahesh both a Nandi Award and a Filmfare award for Best Actor in a Leading Role. He solidified his status as a leading actor with Businessman (2012), where he portrayed the anti-hero, a ruthless and ambitious kingpin of organized crime, and further showcased his versatility in 1: Nenokkadine (2014) by delivering a critically praised performance as a neurologically troubled rockstar on a quest to uncover his forgotten and mysterious past.
He is known for portraying Stoic, principled heroes in socially conscious films such as Srimanthudu (2015), Bharat Ane Nenu (2018),
Filmography(5)
| Film | Release Date | Role | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
Vāranāsi Adventure | 7 Apr 2027 | Rudhra / Lord Rama | Upcoming |
 Sarileru Neekevvaru Action | 10 Jan 2020 | Major Ajay Krishna | Released |
 Bharat Ane Nenu Drama | 20 Apr 2018 | Bharath Ram | Released |
 Spyder Action | 27 Sept 2017 | Shiva | Released |
 Srimanthudu Action | 7 Aug 2015 | Harsha Vardhan | Released |
Career Timeline
5 films · Debut 2015
Frequent Co-stars(8)
Trailers(5)
Mahesh Babu – Career & Contributions to Hindi Cinema
Mahesh Babu is one of Indian cinema's celebrated actors, having contributed to 5 films in the Indian film industry (popularly known as Indian), headquartered in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Throughout their career, Mahesh Babu has collaborated with some of Indian cinema's finest artists, including Koratala Siva, Anil Ravipudi, Devi Sri Prasad. These on-screen partnerships have resonated strongly with audiences.
Mahesh Babu has worked across multiple genres in Indian cinema, including Action, Drama, Adventure, Fantasy, Thriller, Crime. This versatility has made them a sought-after name across all kinds of productions.
Mahesh Babu made their film debut in 2015 with the film Srimanthudu. Since then, they have steadily grown into one of Indian cinema's most recognised faces, building a loyal fanbase across Odisha and among the global diaspora.
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How many films has Mahesh Babu acted in?▼
Mahesh Babu has been part of 5 films in Indian, spanning genres such as Adventure, Action, Fantasy.
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Mahesh Babu's notable films include "Vāranāsi", "Sarileru Neekevvaru", "Bharat Ane Nenu". Visit each movie page on The Cinema Verse for detailed cast, songs and review information.
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Mahesh Babu works as a Actor in the Indian film industry. Ghattamaneni Mahesh Babu (born 9 August 1975) is an Indian actor, producer, and philanthropist who primarily works in Telugu cinema. He is recognized ...
When did Mahesh Babu debut in Indian?▼
Mahesh Babu made their Indian debut in 2015 with the film "Srimanthudu".
What genres has Mahesh Babu worked in?▼
Mahesh Babu has worked in Action (5 films), Drama (2 films), Adventure (1 film), Fantasy (1 film), Thriller (1 film), Crime (1 film) in their film career.