| Bio | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr. |
| Nickname(s) | Jr. NTR, Tarak, Tiger NTR |
| Profession(s) | Actor, Singer |
| Famous Role | Raja in the Telugu film Yamadonga (2007) |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters- 175 cm in meters- 1.75 m in Feet Inches- 5’ 9” |
| Weight (approx.) | in Kilograms- 78 kg in Pounds- 172 lbs |
| Body Measurements (approx.) | Chest: 43 Inches Waist: 32 Inches Biceps: 15 Inches |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 20 May 1983 (Friday) |
| Age (as of 2023) | 40 Years |
| Birthplace | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Zodiac sign | Taurus |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| School | Vidyaranya High School, Hyderabad St. Mary’s College, Hyderabad (Intermediate) |
| College/University | Vignan College, Vadlamudi, Andhra Pradesh |
| Education Qualification | Graduate |
| Debut | Film: Brahmashri Vishwamitra (Telugu-as child actor, 1991), Ninnu Choodalani (Telugu-as lead actor, 2001) TV: Baktha Markandeya (Telugu, 1997) Singing: O Lammi Thikkaregindha (Telugu, 2007), Geleya Geleya (Kannada, 2016) |
| Family | Father– Late Nandamuri Harikrishna Mother– Shalini Bhaskar Rao (Homemaker), Lakshmi (Step-mother) Brothers– Janaki Ram (Half-brother), Nandamuri Kalyan Ram (Half-brother) Sister– Nandamuri Suhasini (Half-sister) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Kamma Naidu |
| Address | Road no. 31, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad |
| Hobbies | Cooking, Dancing, Singing, Reading |
| Favourites | |
| Actress | Savitri |
| Food | Biryani, Chicken 65 |
| Colours | Blue, black |
| Films | Missamma (Telugu, 1955), Ramudu Bheemudu (Telugu, 1964) |
| Travel Destination | Paris |
| Sports | Badminton and Cricket |
| Girls, Affairs and More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Marriage Date | 5 May 2011 |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
| Wife | Lakshmi Pranathi |
| Children | Daughter– N/A Son(s)– Nandamuri Abhay Ram and Bhargava Ram |
| Money Factor | |
| Salary | 13-15 crore/film (INR) |
| Net Worth | $2 million |
Some Lesser Known Facts About N. T. Rama Rao Jr.
- Junior NTR’s childhood photograph showcases his birth and upbringing in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
- is his grandfather, who was a renowned Telugu actor and former Chief Minister (CM) of Andhra Pradesh.
- How coincidental! His step-grandmother, step-mother, and wife share the same first name – ‘Lakshmi’.
- Originally named “Tarak,” his identity transformed to “Nandamuri Tharaka Rama Rao” during the production of the movie “Brahmarshi Vishwamitra,” under the guidance of Sr NTR.
- He possesses an expertise in Kuchipudi dance.
- Jr. NTR, known as a child artist at the time, made his first on-screen appearance in the Telugu film “Brahmashri Vishwamitra” in 1991, playing the role of Bharata. He now stars in the movie “Brahmarshi Viswamithra”.
- He was cast as Venu in the Telugu film “Ninnu Choodalani” in 2001.
- He had shed approximately 20 kg of weight for the film “Yamadonga.”
- In addition to India, he enjoys a tremendous fan base in Japan, where his film “Baadshah” was even nominated for a film festival.
- The song “Sairo Sairo” from the movie ‘Baadshah’ has gained immense popularity in Hong Kong.
- Jr. NTR actively participated in the 2009 Lok Sabha Elections by campaigning for the Telugu Desam Party (TDP).
- He encountered an accident on 26th March 2009 while returning to Hyderabad after an election campaign. The SUV he was riding in collided head-on with another vehicle at Khammam. As a result, he sustained severe injuries and was immediately taken to KIMS Hospital in Hyderabad.
- In addition to his acting career, he is also a talented singer, having lent his voice to several popular songs including Lammi Thikkaregindha from the Telugu film ”Yamadonga” (2007), 123 Nenoka Kantri from the Telugu film ”Kantri” (2008), Geleya Geleya from the Kannada film ”Chakravyuha” (2016), and many more.
- In Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, he represents multiple brands as their brand ambassador, including Malabar Gold, Himani Navratna Hair Oil and Talc Powder, Boro Plus Powder, and Zandu Balm.
- Due to his tight schedule, Jr. NTR had to turn down the opportunity to star in the blockbuster films “Dil,” “Bhadra,” “Athanokkade,” “Srimanthudu,” “Kick,” “Aarya,” and “Krishna,” even though he was initially the top choice for these projects.
- In August 2021, he became the inaugural Indian owner of the Lamborghini Urus Graphite Capsule, a luxurious car worth Rs 3.16 crore. Subsequently, he decided to personalize the vehicle by registering it with the special number TS09 FS 9999, for which he paid Rs. 17 lakh. This upgrade to Jr. NTR’s Lamborghini Urus adds a touch of style to an already impressive automobile. [1] India Today
- Check out this intriguing video detailing the biography of Jr. NTR.
- In September 2023, the film ‘RRR’ earned Jr. NTR the esteemed Best Actor (Telugu) Award at the 11th South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA), which took place at the Dubai World Trade Centre in the UAE.
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