Ghattamaneni Mahesh Babu
- Born:
- August 9, 1975, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality:
- Indian
- Profession(s):
- Actor, Producer
Early Life and Education
- Born to veteran actor Krishna and Indira Devi.
- Educated at St. Bede's Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School, Chennai.
- Obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Loyola College, Chennai.
Career and Major Achievements
- Made his debut as a child actor in Needa (1979).
- Made his debut as a lead actor in Raja Kumarudu (1999).
- Established G. Mahesh Babu Entertainment Pvt. Ltd, a production company.
- Recipient of numerous awards, including Nandi Awards, Filmfare Awards South, and SIIMA Awards.
Notable Works
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Raja Kumarudu | Raja |
| 2003 | Okkadu | Ajay Varma |
| 2005 | Athadu | Nandu |
| 2006 | Pokiri | Pandu/Krishna Manohar IPS |
| 2011 | Dookudu | Ajay Kumar |
| 2015 | Srimanthudu | Harshavardhan |
| 2018 | Bharat Ane Nenu | Bharat Ram |
| 2022 | Sarkaru Vaari Paata | Mahi |
Legacy and Impact
Ghattamaneni Mahesh Babu, known mononymously as Mahesh Babu, is one of the leading actors in Telugu cinema. His work has significantly influenced the industry and inspired many aspiring actors. While some might humorously imagine a "mahesh babu autobiography of a flea," his real contributions lie in his cinematic achievements and philanthropic endeavors.