PERSONAL INFORMATION
Full name: Akkineni Nagarjuna Rao
Nickname(s): Nag, Yuva Samrat, King [1] citation
Profession(s): Actor, Film Producer, Television Presenter, Entrepreneur
Date of Birth: 29 August 1959 (Saturday)
Age (as of 2024): 65 Years
Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Zodiac sign: Virgo
Nationality: Indian
Hometown: Ramapuram, Andhra Pradesh
Religion: Hinduism
Food Habit: Non-Vegetarian [4] The Times of India
Marriage Date: First Marriage – Year, 1984 Second Marriage – 11 June 1992
Age: 65 Years
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EDUCATION
School(s): • The Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet, Hyderabad • Little Flower Junior College, Hyderabad
College/University: • College of Engineering, Guindy, Chennai • Eastern Michigan University, Michigan, USA
Educational Qualification(s): • Bachelor of Engineering at College of Engineering, Guindy, Chennai • MS in Automobile Engineering from Eastern Michigan University, Michigan, USA [3] The Times of India
PHYSICAL STATISTICS
Height (approx.): in centimeters- 183 cm in meters- 1.83 m in Feet Inches- 6’ 0”
Weight (approx.): in Kilograms- 75 kg in Pounds- 165 lbs
Body Measurements (approx.): – Chest: 40 Inches – Waist: 34 Inches – Biceps: 14 Inches
Eye Colour: Brown
Hair Colour: Black
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Marital Status: Married
Affairs/Girlfriends: • Amala Akkineni (actress) • Tabu (actor; rumoured) [7] Hindustan Times
Wife/Spouse: First Wife – Lakshmi Ramanaidu Daggubati (daughter of the film producer D. Ramanaidu; divorced 1990) (married to Sharath Vijayaraghavan, a corporate executive at Sundaram Motors) Second Wife – Amala Akkineni (actress, Bharatanatyam dancer, and activist)
Children: Son(s) – 2 • Naga Chaitanya (actor; born on 23 November 1986) (from his first wife; image in wife’s section) • Akhil Akkineni (actor; born on 8 April 1994) (from his second wife; image in wife’s section) Daughter – None
Parents: Father – Akkineni Nageswara Rao (actor, film producer) Mother – Annapurna Akkineni
Siblings: Brother – Akkineni Venkat (film producer, writer) (elder) Sister – Akkineni Sathyavathi, Akkineni Naga Susheela or Suseela (entrepreneur), and Akkineni Saroja (all elder)
Wife: Amala Akkineni
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Debut: Film (Telugu; As a child actor): Velugu Needalu (1961) as Raghu (eight-month-old infant) Film (Telugu; As a lead actor): Vikram (1986) as Vikram Film (Hindi; As an actor): Shiva (1990) as Shiva Film (Tamil; As an actor): Ratchagan (1997) as Ajay Padmanabhan Film (Telugu; As a producer): Kalyani (1979) TV (Telugu; As a producer): Yuva (2009); aired on MAA TV
Awards: CineMAA Awards • 2006 : Best Actor – Male for Telugu film Mass • 2012 : Special Jury Award – Best Actor for Telugu film Rajanna • 2013 : Special Jury Award – Best Film for Telugu film Shirdi Sai • 2015 : Exceptional Performance Award Best Film for Telugu film Manam Filmfare Awards South • 1996 : Best Film – Telugu (as producer) for Telugu film Ninne Pelladatha • 1997 : Best Actor – Telugu for Telugu film Annamayya • 2014 : Best Film – Telugu (as producer) for Telugu film Manam Nandi Awards • 1996 : Akkineni Award for Best Home-viewing Feature Film (as producer) for the Telugu film Ninne Pelladatha • 1997 : Best Actor for the Telugu film Annamayya • 2000 : Best Feature Film – Kansya (Bronze) (as producer) for the Telugu film Prema Katha • 2000 : Special Jury Award (as producer) for the Telugu film Yuvakudu • 2002 : Best Actor for the Telugu film Santosham • 2002 : Best Feature Film – Swarna (Gold) (as producer) for the Telugu film Manmadhudu • 2006 : Best Actor for the Telugu film Sri Ramadasu • 2011 : Special Jury Award (Actor) for the Telugu film Rajanna • 2011 : Best Feature Film – Rajata (Silver) (as producer) for the Telugu film Rajanna National Film Awards • 1997 : Best Feature Film in Telugu (as producer) for Ninne Pelladata • 1998 : Special Mention for the Telugu film Annamayya South Indian International Movie Awards • 2012 : Special Appreciation – Best Actor for the Telugu film Rajanna • 2015 : Best Film – Telugu for the Telugu film Manam Other Awards • 1986 : Vamsee Berkeley Award for Best Actor for the Telugu film Vikram • 1989 : Andhra Pradesh Cinegoers Award for Best Actor for the Telugu film Geetanjali • 1989 : Bharatamuni Award for Best Actor for the Telugu film Geetanjali • 1989 : Vamsee Berkley Award for Best Actor for the Telugu film Siva • 1989 : Cinema Express Award for Best Actor for the Telugu film Siva • 1996 : Akruthi Film Award for Best Actor for the Telugu film Ninne Pelladata • 1997 : Screen Videocon Award for Best Actor for the Telugu film Annamayya • 1997 : Bharatamuni Award for Best Actor for the Telugu film Annamayya • 2000 : Andhra Pradesh Film Journalists Association Award for Best Actor for the Telugu film Azad • 2005 : CineMAA Award for Best Actor for the Telugu film Mass • 2012 : 1st South Indian International Movie Award for Special Appreciation (Actor) for the Telugu film Rajanna • 2013 : CineMAA Award for Best Actor (Jury) for the Telugu film Shirdi Sai • 2015: Business Leaders Award- Entertainment Leader Award • 2017 : Best Performance in a Supporting Role – Male for the Telugu/Tamil film Oopiri/Thozha
MONEY FACTOR
Car Collection: • BMW 750Li [8] MensXP • BMW M6 [9] MensXP • Audi A7 • Land Rover Range Rover Vogue [10] MensXP • Toyota Vellfire [11] MensXP • Mercedes-Benz S450 [12] MensXP • Nissan GT-R [13] MensXP • Kia EV6 • BMW 7-Series [14] GQ India
Salary/Income (approx.): • Rs 9 crore for a film [16] MensXP • Rs 12 lakh per episode for Bigg Boss Telugu [17] MensXP • Rs 2 crore from brand endorsements annually [18] MensXP • Rs 49 crore in 2019 [19] MensXP
Net Worth (approx.): Rs 3100 crore (including Rs 800 crore in real estate and investment in sports teams) [20] DNA India
OTHER INFORMATION
Known As: Tollywood’s Celluloid Scientist [2] Zoom TV Entertainment
Address: 959-A. Road No.48, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad-500033
Hobbies: Reading books, doing workout, travelling
Tattoo(s): • On his left forearm: N alphabet, third eye, and a snake with shedding scales • On the back side of his right hand: Bigg Boss eye (reportedly, it was a temporary tattoo) • On his right bicep: Om inside a Sun
Actor: Amitabh Bachchan
Actress: Tabu
Food: Grilled chicken, fish, dosa
Colour: White
Book: Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell
Restaurant: N Asian in Hyderabad
Expensive Things/Valuables: A Private Jet [15] The Times of India
INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Akkineni Nagarjuna, one of the most prominent figures in Indian cinema, began his illustrious career in the film industry at a tender age. He made his debut as a child artist in the Telugu film ‘Sudigundalu’ in 1967, showcasing his talents early on. Growing up in Hyderabad, Nagarjuna’s formative years were marked by a blend of education and friendships, one of which was with former Indian cricketer Krishnamachari Srikanth during their college days. This connection to sports would later manifest in his own ventures into the world of athletics and entertainment.
As Nagarjuna transitioned into adulthood, he quickly established himself as a leading actor in the Telugu film industry, particularly in the late 1980s. His performances in various films such as ‘Captain Nagarjun’ (1986), ‘Agni Putrudu’ (1987), ‘Murali Krishnudu’ (1988), ‘Geetanjali’ (1989), and the iconic ‘Siva’ (1989) solidified his reputation and garnered him a massive fan following. By 1991, he celebrated a significant milestone in his career with his 25th film, ‘Jaitra Yatra,’ where he portrayed the character Teja. In addition to his acting, Nagarjuna ventured into film production, contributing to successful projects like ‘Premabhishekam’ (1981) and ‘Ninne Pelladata’ (1996), among others.
While his professional life flourished, Nagarjuna’s personal life blossomed too. During his time in the film industry, he formed a close friendship with actress Amala, which blossomed into romance. In 1991, on a memorable trip to the United States, he proposed to her, marking the beginning of a new chapter in both their lives. Nagarjuna’s versatility in acting was also evident as he took on roles in Hindi cinema, featuring in notable films such as ‘Khuda Gawah’ (1992) and ‘Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva’ (2022). His ability to captivate audiences extended to cameo appearances in various Telugu films and even in Tamil cinema, highlighting his widespread appeal across regional boundaries.
Beyond his film career, Nagarjuna demonstrated a keen interest in sports and entrepreneurship. He co-owned the badminton team Mumbai Masters and the motorcycle racing team Mahi Racing Team India, alongside cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Additionally, he became a partner in the football club Kerala Blasters FC and launched a sports equipment company, Akva Sports Private Limited, in 2013. His dedication to philanthropy and social causes is notable, with active participation in HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns and animal welfare through the NGO Blue Cross of Hyderabad. As he continues to thrive in the film industry, there are speculations about his potential candidacy in the Andhra Pradesh assembly elections in 2024, underscoring his commitment to both entertainment and public service. With an impressive repertoire of over 90 films, Nagarjuna remains a dynamic force in Indian cinema and a cherished icon in the hearts of many.
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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.