Mahesh Babu Biography

Mahesh Ghattamaneni, better known as Mahesh Babu, is an Indian actor, producer, philanthropist, and a media personality. He is known mostly for his works in Telugu cinema. He also owns the media house ‘G Mahesh Babu Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. Born to an actor father in Chennai, he became interested in a career in the entertainment industry at a young age. He eventually entered the film industry after receiving training in acting. He came to popularity with his role in the supernatural drama film ‘Murari’, where he played the titular lead role. His fame grew manifold over the years with roles in films, such as ‘Pokiri’, ‘Businessman’, and ‘1: Nenokkadine,’ and more recently, ‘Spyder’. Babu has won several awards throughout his career, including five Filmfare Awards, eight Nandi Awards, and one International Indian Film Academy Award. He has established himself as one of the leading actors in south India and is known as the Prince of the Telugu film industry. He has also been cited in the media as one of India’s most attractive male celebrities. Also a philanthropist, he is famous for his humanitarian works through his charitable trust and non-profit organization ‘Heal-a-Child’. He is associated with Rainbow Hospitals as well, as a goodwill ambassador.