Top 10 Heroes in Tollywood

The Telugu film industry, often referred to as Tollywood, has witnessed a surge in popularity, elevating its actors to national and international recognition. Here’s a closer look at the top 10 heroes of Tollywood, their personal favorites, and key details about them.

Prabhas:

Prabhas, born on October 23, 1979, is a prominent Tollywood actor with the monikers “young rebel star” and “darling.” Standing tall at 6.1 feet, Prabhas has made his mark with notable films like “Baahubali” and “Saaho.”

Favorites:

Food: Biryani and butter chicken
Actresses: Raveena Tandon, Shriya Saran, Jayasudha, Deepika Padukone
Movies: “3 Idiots,” “PK,” “Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.,” “Bhaktha Kannappa,” “Geethanjali”
Director: Rajkumar Hirani
Color: Black
Song: “Mellaga Karagani”

Pawan Kalyan:

Pawan Kalyan, born on September 2, 1968, is also known as the “power star.” With a height of 5.10 feet, Pawan has left a significant impact on Tollywood with films like “Gabbar Singh” and “Vakeel Saab.”

Favorites:

Food: Aratikaya Vepudu
Actors: Robert De Niro, Amitabh Bachchan, Al Pacino
Actress: Savitri
Movie: “Khaidi”
Books: “Shadow” by Michael Morpurgo, “Aghora” by Robert Svoboda, “Yugandhar” by Shivaji Sawant
Colors: Black, white, blue

Venkatesh:

Born on December 13, 1960, Venkatesh, also known as “Victory Venkatesh” or simply “Venky,” stands at 6.0 feet. With a career spanning decades, he has been part of classics like “Kshana Kshanam” and “Drushyam.”

Favorites:

Actors: Marlon Brando, Robert Redford
Actresses: Revathi, Sridevi, Soundarya
Movies: “Forrest Gump,” “The Godfather,” “Ben Hur,” “Roman Holiday”
Color: Brown
Weight: 78 kilograms

Mahesh Babu:

Ghattamaneni Mahesh Babu, born on August 9, 1975, is known as the “Prince” and “Superstar.” Standing tall at 6.2 feet, Mahesh has delivered hits like “Okkadu” and “Bharat Ane Nenu.”

Favorites:

Food: Coffee and biryani
Actor: Krishna Ghattamaneni
Actresses: Trisha, Sridevi
Director: Mani Ratnam
Color: Brown
Weight: 70 kilograms

Jr NTR:

Born on May 20, 1983, Jr NTR, also known as Tarak and Tiger NTR, has made a mark with his dynamic performances. Standing at 6.2 feet, he has acted in films like “Jai Lava Kusa” and “Janatha Garage.”

Favorites:

Food: Biryani, chicken 65
Actress: Savitri
Movies: “Missamma,” “Ramudu Bheemudu”
Sports: Badminton, cricket
Destination: Paris
Colors: Black, blue

Allu Arjun:

Born on April 8, 1982, Allu Arjun, also known as “Stylish Star,” has captivated audiences with his unique style. Standing at 5.9 feet, he has starred in hits like “Arya” and “Pushpa: The Rise.”

Favorites:

Actress: Rani Mukerji
Actor: Chiranjeevi
Movie: “Indra”
Book: “Who Moved My Cheese”
Color: Light brown
Weight: 69 kilograms

Ram Charan Teja:

Born on March 27, 1985, Ram Charan Teja, also known as “Cherry,” has made a significant impact with films like “Rangasthalam” and “Magadheera.”

Favorites:

Food: Biryani
Actress: Sridevi
Actor: Tom Hanks
Movies: “Gladiator,” “Khaidi”
Destinations: New Zealand, London
Height: 174 centimeters

Chiranjeevi:

Born on August 22, 1955, Chiranjeevi, also known as “Megastar,” is a legendary figure in Tollywood. With a height of 175 centimeters, he has contributed to classics like “Khaidi” and “Gharana Mogudu.”

Favorites:

Actress: Mahanati Savitri
Comedian: Charlie Chaplin
Actor: Sean Connery
Producer: D. Ramanaidu
Singer: S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
Weight: 80 kilograms

Nagarjuna:

Born on August 29, 1959, Nagarjuna, also known as “Nag,” is a versatile actor known for films like “Annamayya” and “Manmadhudu.”

Favorites:

Foods: Grilled chicken, fish, dosa
Actress: Tabu
Actor: Amitabh Bachchan
Books: “Outliers”
Color: White
Height: 183 centimeters

Nani:

Born on February 24, 1984, Nani, known as the “Natural Star,” has gained popularity for his versatile roles in films like “Eega” and “Jersey.”

Favorites:

Foods: Idli sambar, khichdi
Actresses: Savitri, Keerthy Suresh, Sridevi
Actors: Sobhan Babu, Prabhas, Chiranjeevi, Ravi Teja
Bollywood Movie: “The Hangover”
Tollywood Movie: “Galipatam”
Color: White
Height: 175 centimeters

Conclusion:

These Tollywood heroes have not only won the hearts of millions with their stellar performances but also have distinct preferences that showcase their unique personalities. As the popularity of Tollywood continues to rise, these actors remain integral to its success.