From Boy-Next-Door to Pan-India Star: Nani’s Unstoppable Journey

In Tollywood, when you think of a young hero who made it big without any film background, Natural Star Nani comes to mind. He managed to seize opportunities even without industry connections, thanks to his remarkable acting talent. With his extraordinary performances, Nani has delivered numerous super hits and has risen to stardom one step at a time. He has portrayed a variety of unique roles, demonstrating his immense talent.

Nani first set foot in the industry with the movie ‘Ashta Chamma’ and has now reached pan-India stardom with the success of ‘Dasara.’ He has proven himself as a tier-2 hero. With the movie ‘Dasara’ collecting ₹38 crores in just one day, we can understand Nani’s stamina.

Nani has become a role model for many young heroes. However, his success did not happen overnight. His choice of stories, the challenges he faced in the film industry, and the roles he took up to establish himself in the industry all contributed to his current status. Let’s take a closer look at Nani’s journey in the film industry and his super-hit movies.

Ashta Chamma (2008)

Nani’s natural and effortless acting was introduced to Telugu audiences through the movie ‘Ashta Chamma.’ His acting prowess was recognized by the industry with this film. His portrayal of Mahesh felt very natural and earned him the tag of ‘boy-next-door.’ With just his first film, Nani managed to make a strong impression in the hearts of the audience. The industry also saw great potential in him, which led to a series of opportunities.

Ride (2009)

Nani showcased more maturity in his acting with the movie ‘Ride.’ He excelled in the role of Arjun, who faces obstacles in life. As a struggling youth, he perfectly portrayed his emotions and expressions. Nani also managed to exhibit complex emotions effortlessly, solidifying his reputation as a rising star in the industry.

Ala Modalaindi (2011)

Nani made his debut as a solo hero with the film “Ala Modalaindi.” His comedic performance in the role of Gautham introduced a fresh side of Nani to the audience. With his excellent comic timing, Nani won hearts, and his chemistry with heroine Nithya contributed to the film’s superhit status. This success set Nani’s career on an unstoppable path.

Pilla Zamindar (2011)

“Pilla Zamindar” further established Nani as a comedy star. His distinctive mark can be seen in every scene of the film. Nani portrayed both humor and emotional moments with great maturity. The film also raked in good collections at the box office.

Eega (2012)

One must say that Nani’s career leaped with the film “Eega,” directed by the legendary Rajamouli. Nani appeared in a unique role, and his portrayal of a reincarnated housefly was quite amusing. Although Nani was only directly visible for a brief period in the film, his acting significantly contributed to its success.

Bhale Bhale Magadivoy (2015)

In “Bhale Bhale Magadivoy,” Nani played the role of a character with memory issues. He made the audience laugh their hearts out with his impeccable comic timing. He also managed to convey emotions effectively in the emotional scenes. Nani received praise from critics for his performance as the character Lucky. This film substantially increased Nani’s fan following.

Nenu Local (2017)

In the film “Nenu Local”, Nani takes on a leading role, captivating audiences with his performance. His acting becomes the highlight of the movie, and with its success, Nani establishes himself as a bankable star in the eyes of producers. It becomes apparent to the industry that any movie featuring Nani guarantees good returns.

MCA (2017)

In “Middle-Class Boy” (MCA), Nani portrays a young man from a middle-class background and impresses the audience. His acting receives high praise, and with the movie’s modest budget of INR 25 crore, it goes on to collect a staggering INR 70 crore at the box office, thanks to Nani’s rising popularity.

Ninnu Kori (2017)

In “Ninnu Kori”, Nani’s acting reaches another level. He charms viewers as a lover, a heartbroken lover, and a young man yearning for the love of his life. The climax of the movie, featuring Nani’s emotional performance, leaves a lasting impression.

Jersey (2019)

“Jersey” showcases Nani as a complete actor, introducing audiences to the full range of his abilities. In the role of a failed cricketer, Nani delivers a stellar performance, breathing life into the character in a way that is hard to imagine for anyone else. His acting during tense moments is particularly noteworthy.

Gang Leader (2019)

In “Gang Leader,” Nani appears as a man who lends a helping hand to five women. This character is entirely different from the role he played in “Jersey,” released the same year. As Pencil Parthasarathi, Nani brings laughter to the audience and later on, surprises them as a young man who outsmarts the villain.

“V” (2020)

In the movie “V,” Nani takes on a negative role. Despite the character’s many challenges, Nani does justice to it with a hundred percent dedication. Through this film, Nani demonstrates that he can successfully tackle any diverse role that comes his way.

Tuk Jagadish (2021)

In Tuk Jagadish, Nani delivered 100% justice to his role. Once again, he proved his versatility in emotional situations with no turning back. In short, Nani carried this film on his shoulders.

Shyam Singha Roy (2021)

In this film, which is based on a reincarnation theme, Nani performed a dual role. He portrayed the characters of Vasu and Shyam Singha Roy with remarkable skill. In this movie, Nani’s appearance, dialogue delivery, and overall performance feel fresh and new.

Ante Sundaraniki (2022)

In the film ‘Ante Sundaraniki’, which was released last year, Nani appears as a young man from a Brahmin family. He completely immersed himself in the character of Sundar Prasad. With his excellent comic timing, Nani managed to win the hearts of the audience time and time again.

Dasara  (2023)

In the movie Dasara, Nani appears as a charismatic character. Portraying the role of Dharani, he manages to win the hearts of the audience. With this Pan-India film, Nani captivates the hearts of Bollywood viewers as well. There are expectations that this movie could be the best in terms of box office collections and acting in Nani’s career.

From Ashta Chamma to Dasara, Nani’s journey in the film industry has been truly remarkable. Utilizing every opportunity wisely, Nani’s achievements set an example for both present and future generations of actors. His series of successes in the industry stands as a testament to Nani’s dedication, hard work, and talent.

YouSay wholeheartedly wishes Natural Star Nani to scale even greater heights in his career.