Happy Birthday Chiranjeevi !

Born on August 22, 1955, in Mogalthur, Andhra Pradesh, Chiranjeevi’s journey from a small village to becoming a megastar is inspirational.

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Chiranjeevi's birth name is Konidela Siva Sankara Vara Prasad.

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Before his film career, he briefly served as a police constable.

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He introduced breakdancing to Telugu cinema, becoming a trendsetter in the 80s.

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His fan club holds a Guinness World Record for the largest blood donation drive.

Chiranjeevi’s acting career spans over four decades.

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Awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2006, India's third-highest civilian honor.

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He founded the Praja Rajyam Party, later merging with Congress.

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In the 90s, he was among India’s highest-paid actors. Made a successful comeback in Khaidi No. 150 after a decade-long break.

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Chiranjeevi is an excellent mimic and imitates voices with ease.

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Chiranjeevi: The Icon of Telugu Cinema and Politics

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