Ram Charan

Konidela Ram Charan, born on March 27, 1985, is a multifaceted Indian personality renowned as an actor, producer, and entrepreneur primarily active in Telugu cinema. Acknowledged as one of the highest-paid actors in Indian cinema, Charan’s talent and charisma have earned him widespread acclaim, reflected in his collection of three Filmfare Awards and two Nandi Awards. Since 2013, his influence and popularity have been consistently recognized, featuring in Forbes India’s esteemed Celebrity 100 list. Charan embarked on his acting journey with the action-packed hit “Chirutha” (2007), which not only marked his debut but also earned him the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut ? South. However, it was his role in S. S. Rajamouli’s epic fantasy “Magadheera” (2009) that propelled him to stardom. The film, which became the highest-grossing Telugu film of its time, showcased Charan’s prowess and earned him the coveted Filmfare Award for Best Actor ? Telugu. Throughout his career, Charan has delivered a string of noteworthy performances in films like “Racha” (2012), “Naayak” (2013), “Yevadu” (2014), and “Dhruva” (2016), solidifying his position as a leading figure in Telugu cinema. His stellar portrayals continued with blockbusters like “Rangasthalam” (2018), for which he clinched his second Filmfare Award for Best Actor ? Telugu, and “RRR” (2022), which emerged as his highest-grossing venture, amassing over ?1,387 crore (US$170 million) worldwide. His performance in “RRR” also garnered him a nomination at the Critics’ Choice Super Awards for Best Actor in an Action Movie. In addition to his acting prowess, Charan is a visionary entrepreneur, having established his own production house, Konidela Production Company, in 2016. The company has significantly contributed to the industry with notable productions such as “Khaidi No. 150” (2017) and “Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy” (2019), further showcasing Charan’s commitment to fostering quality cinema. Beyond the realm of entertainment, Charan’s entrepreneurial ventures extend to diverse sectors. He is the owner of the esteemed polo team Hyderabad Polo and Riding Club and has also ventured into the aviation industry as a co-owner of the regional airline service TruJet. Charan’s multifaceted endeavors underscore his versatility and unwavering dedication to excellence in all facets of his career.