Balakrishna is the sixth child of the NTR, Basavatarakam couple. Born on June 10, 1960 in Chennai. He spent all his childhood in Chennai. With the relocation of the Telugu film industry to Hyderabad, the NTR family settled here in Hyderabad. Balakrishna established himself as one of the most loved and respected stars of Indian cinema with a glorious film career spanning over 4 decades.
NTR’s influence on Balakrishna
Balakrishna grew up watching his father, NTR’s movies from an early age and developed a passion for acting. Balakrishna’s passion for acting caught the attention of his father, who later enrolled him in an acting school. Balakrishna was trained in Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi.
Education
Balayya completed his B.Com from Nizam College.
Balayya Debut into the films
He first appeared on the silver screen in 1974 at the age of 14 as a child actor in the film Tatamma Kala, which was directed by NTR.
Debut as a lead actor
In the film Ram Rahim, Balayya made his debut as a hero.
Balakrishna’s 100th movie
Gautamiputra Satakarni
Balakrishna’s Strengths
Balayya’s dialogues always stand out in his movies. His powerful dialogues are loved by all age groups. Balayya’s movies are not just limited to the mass and action genres but also explored genres like mythology, periodical and sociological dramas. No other hero can do the justice that Balakrishna does when it comes to high voltage faction movies.
As a humanitarian
His mother, Basawatarakam, died of cancer. As a responsible son, he started the Cancer Hospital named after her.
Sensational Decision
Bangaru Bullodu and Nippuravva, both of his films, were released on the same day, which has never been done by any other actor in India.
Marriage
In 1982, at the age of 22, he married Vasundhara Devi. They have three children. Brahmini, Mokshajagna, Tejaswini.
How many of Balakrishna’s films were directed by NTR?
Thathamma Kala, Srimadvirataparvam, Annadammula, Dana Veera, Sura Karna
Super Hit Movies
Mangamma Gaari Manavadu, Bhargava Ramudu, Muddula Mavayya, Rowdy Inspector, Bangaru Bullodu, Narasimha Reddy, Narasimha Naidu, Simha, Legend, Akhanda.
Political Career
Balayya won the Hindupur Assembly seat in Anantapur in 2014 as an MLA. In 2019, once again, the people elected their MLA.
Controversy
He was involved in a serious controversy for shooting Bellamkonda Srinivas. He also faced criticism for making improper comments about women in the assembly.
Awards won by Balayya
Balayya won a total of 25 awards: 3 Nandi Awards, 1 Cinema Award, 3 Santhosh Awards, 3 TSR National Awards, 1 Siima Award, 6 Filmfare Awards.
As the best host
For the first time, Balayya hosted a celebrity talk show called “Unstoppable with Balayya” on Aaha OTT. The show was a big success. It topped the IMDB ratings list. All credit to Balakrishna.
NBK 107
Balayya is currently starring in the 107th film directed by Gopichand Malineni. Balakrishna is set to take over the box office with his brand new mass outing.
