. (father). Shalini Bhaskar Rao (mother)RelativesSeeNandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr. (born 20 May 1983), also known as Jr.
N.T.R or Tarak, is an Indian film actor, dancer, playback singer and television personality known for his works in. He is the grandson of Telugu actor, who was the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and who was commonly referred to as 'NTR'. In 1996, he starred as a child artist in, which won the for that year. His debut as an adult was in 2000 with the film. In his film career spanning 18 years, Rao has worked in 28 films. He has received two state, two and four.He received critical reception for his performance in works such as (2001), (2002), (2003), (2007), (2010), (2015), (2016), (2016) and (2018).
He was ranked 27th in India Celebrity 100 list in 2012 with an annual income of ₹190 million (US$3.042 ) and 55th in 2016 with an annual income of ₹360 million. Contents.Early life Rama Rao Jr. Was born on 20 May 1983 in to Telugu film actor and politician and Shalini Bhaskar Rao.
He is the grandson of Telugu actor and former. He did his schooling at, Hyderabad, and completed his Intermediate education at. He is a trained dancer.He is the half-brother of actor and producer, the nephew of actor and politician and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, and the cousin of actor and also politician.Rao married Lakshmi Pranathi, on 5 May 2011 at,. They have two sons: Abhay Ram and Bhargav Ram.
Career Debut and struggles (2001–2006) After the success of the debut film 'Bala Ramayanam', director Gunasekhar recommended Rao to director to act in his debut, during mid-2000 after being impressed with his performance in the auditions and his previous film Bala Ramayanam, However the film went under production for so long. He was later signed by producer, and decided to work on the romantic drama to make his debut as a full-time hero.
By that time, he was only 17 in his debut film. The film had another debutante Raveena Rajput, and consisted of an ensemble cast of, and who played their grandparents. He also went on to star in the 2001 Telugu film.He then signed up for another debutant director 's. For the first time, he played a youth cum action hero, who is trying to take revenge on a landlord for the death of his parents. The film was one of the highest grossers of 2002, just behind 's. The film ran for more than 200 days and gave him a fan following due to the success of the film, and he rose from obscurity to stardom. He then signed up for veteran director 's.
The film was an average grosser, but managed to run for more than 100 days. He then signed up for 's political thriller. He then collaborated with the same director for the action masala film which became Industry hit at that time.
He gave a new look, in order to get rid of the youth one, and grew a light beard. Giving him the title of Young Tiger. He later quit youth films and started experimenting with faction dramas.Rao later signed up 's, which was an action drama.
The director, had successful releases in the past year, and this film created a lot of hype. He played a leader of the village. The film was an expensive film made with a budget of ₹100 million. He then signed up another faction film, with his old director.
For the first time in his career, he experimented by acting in a family drama film. He played a dual role of Karthik, a responsible man who has an aim to work in a good business company and Murugan, a Tamil- speaking villager who works in the business of coconut water.
He then collaborated with director for a film who was riding high on the success of. Actresses, and were selected, with the latter making her Telugu debut. He lost his position among the top heroes of Tollywood. Rao took a one-year hiatus, and then later signed up for 's. The film saw him pairing with for the second time. The film was financially unsuccessful for the producers, thus continuing his string of unsuccessful films.
Breakthrough and success (2006–2010) Rao later signed up for 's experimental. The film was a social drama cum brother-sister sentiment. For this film, he had to deliver a lot of dialogue. Veteran actress acted as a police officer from in this film. The film is considered to be one of Rao's finest performances in his career.Rao collaborated with director for the third time for a socio – fantasy film. For this film, he had to sport a new look by shedding more than 20 kg.
As he used to be 94 kg. Veteran actors and actresses and signed up to act in this film. Rao played Raja, a thief who later criticizes and insults and then suddenly goes into hell due to some bad acts. The film received extremely positive reviews, and later brought him back to the top league in, and this film made him receive a Filmfare award for best actor in Telugu. Late actor praised Rao's performance too.Rao later signed up for the action film which was directed by debutant a protege of. The film though receiving mixed reviews, earned some attention, as Rao's dances helped it. Rao's dance steps in the song 'I Go Crazy' and '123 Nenoka Kantri' were highly appreciated by many critics.
In 2009, Rao took a year hiatus to campaign for (TDP) in the 2009 general elections.Rao signed up for the action-comedy, in which he played dual roles for the third time after, and, after a 1-year-hiatus. Adhurs grossed more than ₹400 million. Adhurs released in early 2010 and managed to gross more than ₹500 million. He then returned to romantic films after a 9-year gap.
His second release, the romantic comedy was directed by and produced by ace producer who is known for romantic films. He was paired opposite beauties. The film received positive reviews, became a success an emerged to be one of the highest grossers of 2010, beating his uncle's. His position in Tollywood went sky-high due to the consecutive successes. Further success (2011–present) Rao collaborated with director for a historical fantasy action film.
The film was very expensive and was produced on a budget of ₹420 million. He paired with for the second time after the critically acclaimed. He then collaborated with director for the romantic action film in which he was paired opposite. Though the film received mixed reviews,Jr NTR tries his hand at humour.He was placed 66th in the Forbes list of India's top celebrities.Rao signed 's fourth venture opposite and which went on to become an average fare.Rao signed Sreenu Vaitla movie name in which he sported a new look by straightening his curly hair, and growing a beard, in order to suit the don image.
The film became a. Baadshah's final figures was over ₹480 million in 50 days. This film was later dubbed into Malayalam and Japanese., described his performance as a cakewalk, and described his comic timing as a commendable show. His dances and emotions were described as impressive.Rao's next release of 2013, was the revenge drama, directed by which created lots of expectations. The film had him pairing opposite to for the first time, and for the second time.
The Times of India described his performance by stating 'The film is packaged entirely around its hero with NTR looking uber cool and as stylish as ever. He got into the skin of the character and has delivered a fantastic performance to shoulder the film. All in all, 's first half is a fun-ride as you see NTR in his elements.' This was the worst period in Rao's career and was the only film which gave him success.
It was which provided him stardom in Japan. Was premiered at the Osaka Asian Film Festival 2014 held in Japan.In 2015 he starred in with as the female lead directed by the ace director. It turned out to be a much needed hit for Rao after a series of debacles and his performance as a corrupted cop Daya who turns a good doer was appreciated by audience and critics alike. GreatAndhra.com described the movie as an out and out emotional movie with a strong message by stating 'While the first half mostly shows how a corrupt Daya is forced to stop and change, it is the second half that really gets the story going. Probably, it is this half that NTR fans will love the most as it has good doses of emotions which are his strong point.'
Following the success of Temper, Rao started working on his next venture directed by under the production of. Played the female lead while and played supporting roles. He has won for his Performance at.
NTR sported a new look with gelled up hair and long beard for this movie. The movie was released on 13 January 2016 and received mostly positive reviews from critics and audience. The Times of India gave a positive review stating that 'Nannaku Prematho is like a delectable serving of dessert with a hint of tang. The flavour may seem out of place initially because you aren't used to it. But if you try it with an open mind, you'd probably savour it.' The movie eventually turned out to be the highest grosser in Rao's career surpassing with a worldwide gross of ₹82.7 crore (US$12 million).
His performance in the movie earned NTR his second after.Later in the same year, Rao starred in the September release, directed by, where he was cast alongside the superstar. The film also starred and in female lead roles. Marathi actor and played antagonists in this emotional drama produced. It was released on 1 September 2016 along with a Malayalam and received generally favorable reviews. The film registered the highest opening for a Telugu film in 2016, and was the second highest Telugu opening of all time, behind. Indian Express gave a negative review stating that 'Despite a good message, this Mohanlal and Jr NTR film is a predictable, run-of-the-mill drama that fails to offer anything new.'
It became the 3rd highest grosser of Tollywood behind. Rao with father in 2017In the following year of 2017, Rao signed his next movie under the direction of on banner with his half-brother as the producer. And were confirmed to play lead roles in this movie while Hollywood prosthetics and expert Vance Hartwell was roped in to design a new look for Rao in this movie.
The movie, titled, began shooting in February 2017. The movie was released on 21 September 2017.
Ultimately, -Jai Lava Kusa has everything that one expects in a star film — comedy, action, drama, romance, etc. Box-office revenues apart, Jr NTR has once again proved with this film what a fine actor he is. It has proven NTR is one of finest actor in India. It got positive response and good ratings as well.Later he signed the film produced by under the Haarika & Hassine Creations banner and was directed. The film stars Rao, and in the lead roles, and in a pivotal role. The music was composed.
It was released on 11 October 2018 to generally positive reviews from critics. It went on to become one of the highest-grossing Telugu films at the time.
Television career Rao hosted the version of reality show that was broadcast on the channel. Rao's entry to the small screen was a huge success and had a record breaking ratings for Star Maa, making it the number one channel among all the shows. The of the show began airing on Star MAA from 16 July 2017. Personal life Political stint and accident Rao was one of the campaigners for the, for the from April to May 2009. On 26 March 2009, after electioneering, en route to, the SUV in which he was a passenger, was struck head-on with another vehicle, at. He and his companions were thrown out off the SUV and suffered injuries. He was treated at Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, in, where he recuperated well.
Philanthropy In 2009, Rao announced that he intended to donate 20 to Chief Minister's Relief Fund to take up relief operations for flood victims. During audio function in 2013, a fan died due to a heavy stampede, NTR donated 5 lakhs to his family. Rao also promised to take care of his family, due to the fan's sudden demise.In 2014, Rao announced that he intended to donate 20 lakhs to CM's Relief Fund to take up relief operations for victims of in Andhra Pradesh. Filmography. Retrieved 24 January 2013.
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