Konidela Siva Sankara Vara Prasad, known to millions as Chiranjeevi, is a name that needs no introduction. The megastar, who has worked in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and Kannada films, is known for his movies such as 'Vijetha', 'Indra' and 'Shankar Dada M.B.
B.S.' Recently, Chiranjeevi was honoured with the second highest civilian honour, Padma Vibhushan, by the Government of India and was seen starring in 'Bholaa Shankar'.
As he turns 69, the Telugu icon continues to be celebrated for his remarkable journey in cinema and his contributions to Indian entertainment. On the special occasion, here’s a look at some of the most interesting facts about the megastar, including his connection with Rajinikanth, key turning points in his career, and more. The Early Days as an NCC Cadet Before making his mark in cinema, Chiranjeevi was an NCC (National Cadet Corps) cadet.
His participation in the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi during the early 1970s is often remembered by fans, with photos of a young Chiranjeevi in his NCC uniform occasionally resurfacing on the internet. This early discipline perhaps laid the foundation for his later success in the demanding world of cinema. Debut Confusion: ‘Punadhirallu’ vs.
‘Pranam Khareedu’ Chiranjeevi’s journey in films began with the award-winning movie Punadhirallu. However, it was Pranam Khareedu that first introduced him to audiences, leading many to mistakenly consider it his debut film. This dual association has made both films signifi.