The veteran actor of the Southern film industry, Chiranjeevi, celebrates his 67th birthday today. Born in 1955, Chiranjeevi is one of those actors who is not only popular in India but his fans are also present abroad. The actor gave him a successful career film. But like many stars, he has tried his luck in politics. Today, on the actor’s birthday, we tell you about his cinematic journey, which is quite spectacular.
His Career Began With This Film
Chiranjeevi began his career in 1978 with the film Pranam Purchase but gained recognition with the film Mana Puri Pandavulu. However, few people know that Chiranjeevi was supposed to start his career with the movie Punadhirallu released in 1978. But for some reason this could not happen. It is also true that the actor has become a shining star of Telugu cinema in a short time. Later, the actor gradually worked in Kannada and Hindi films as well.
Amitabh Bachchan Also Lagged Behind In Earning
There was a time in Chiranjeevi’s career when he was India’s most expensive actor. He was one of those Indian actors whose names and salaries were at stake. He became India’s most expensive actor since 1992 film Gharana Mogudu. Once he even left Amitabh Bachchan in this business. It is alleged that Chiranjeevi once charged Rs 1.5 crore for a film and Amitabh Bachchan’s fee was then Rs 1 crore.
Honored With These Awards
Chiranjeevi has won many awards for his brilliant performance. He has received nine South Indian Filmfare Awards and four Nandi Awards. In 2011, the actor received Filmfare’s Life Time Achievement Award. In addition, the actor received the third highest award in the country, the “Padma Bhushan”. He was also awarded an honorary doctorate from Andhra University.
He Tried His Luck In Politics
Chiranjeevi also tried his luck in politics. In 2008, the actor founded the Praja Rajyam Party in Andhra Pradesh, after which Chiranjeevi’s party won 18 seats in the 20 general election.
