Nani Height, Age, Girlfriend, Wife, Family, Biography & More

Some Lesser Known Facts About Nani

• Nani is a multi-talented individual from India, excelling in various fields such as acting, directing, presenting, and producing films.

• Nani, along with his sister, was born and raised in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh (now Telangana). This photograph beautifully captures their precious childhood moments together.

• During his college years, he began to cultivate a passion for films. Nani subsequently supported his uncle Anil, a film producer, by serving as a clap director.

• Before making his debut in the Telugu film industry, he adopted his nickname Nani as his screen name, according to The Times of India.

• Afterwards, he gained experience in the Telugu film industry by working as an assistant director in several films, such as ‘Allari Bullodu’ (2005), ‘Astram’ (2006), and ‘Dhee’ (2007). During an interview, he discussed his time as an assistant director and emphasized the importance of possessing creativity and talent in order to become a skilled director. He believed that working as an assistant director helped him understand the technical aspects of filmmaking, allowing him to effectively bring his ideas to life on screen. He also mentioned the valuable lessons he learned from Bapu, such as clear thinking and storyboarding, as well as K Raghavendra Rao, who taught him how to remain composed even in stressful situations. Currently, he has a strong desire to explore acting, but he plans to pursue directing at a later stage.

• During a break from working on his script, Nani had a chance encounter with Indian film director B. V. Nandini Reddy. Impressed by his talents, she offered him a position as a radio jockey at the renowned radio station ‘World Space Satellite’ in Visakhapatnam. Without hesitation, Nani accepted the opportunity and for nearly a year, he entertained listeners as the host of the widely acclaimed show ‘Nonstop Nani.’ His exceptional skills garnered immense popularity, eventually earning him the prestigious title of RJ of the year. A photograph captures Nani during his successful tenure as a radio jockey.

• During her time directing a TV commercial, Indian filmmaker B. V. Nandini Reddy approached Nani and proposed his involvement in the project, to which he willingly consented.

• His career took a very positive turn when he landed a role in a TV commercial. It was during this commercial that he caught the attention of Indian director Mohan Krishna Indraganti, who then cast Nani in his first Telugu film ‘Ashta Chamma’ (2008).

• Afterwards, he starred in Telugu films like ‘Ride’ (2009), ‘Snehituda…’ (2009), and ‘Bheemili Kabaddi Jattu’ (2010). The movie poster for ‘Bheemili Kabaddi Jattu’ was released in 2010.

• ‘Eega’ (2012), a Telugu-Tamil film, brought him tremendous fame. The movie was subsequently dubbed in Malayalam as ‘Eecha’ and in Hindi as ‘Makkhi.’ A still from ‘Eega’ showcases his success.

• He has also appeared in several other movies as an actor, including ‘Yeto Vellipoyindhi Manasu’ (2012), ‘Bhale Bhale Magadivoy’ (2015), ‘Gentleman’ (2016), ‘Ninnu Kori’ (2017), and ‘Middle Class Abbayi’ (2017). Additionally, here is the film poster for the movie Gentleman (2016).

• He received invitations to appear as a guest contestant on the TV quiz show ‘Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu Season 2’ (2015) and ‘Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu Season 4’ (2018), participating in one episode for each season.

• In 2017, Nani took on the role of hosting the 2nd IIFA Utsavam, and in 2018, he hosted Bigg Boss Telugu Season 2. Now, Nani is set to host Bigg Boss 2 (Telugu).

• In 2018, while driving his SUV on Jubilee Hills Road No. 45 in Hyderabad, he collided with an electric pole at 4:30 am. According to Hindustan Times, the local police stated that the presence of airbags in the car was fortunate as it saved their lives and minimized the impact of the crash. A case has been registered under Section 3 of the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act.

• Jersey (2019) was a pivotal moment in his career, as he starred in the Telugu film and received widespread acclaim for his portrayal of Arjun. The movie catapulted him to immense popularity. Fast forward to 2022, the Hindi adaptation of Jersey hit the screens with the same title, featuring the talented Indian actor Shahid Kapoor in the role of Arjun.

• In the Telugu adaptation of the beloved animated film ‘The Lion King,’ he provided the voice for the character Simba.

• In 2020, the renowned entertainment journalism platform ‘Film Companion’ recognized his exceptional talent by including his name in their prestigious “100 Greatest Performances of the Decade” list. This recognition was awarded for his outstanding performance in the Telugu film ‘Jersey’ (2019). [10]

• Afterwards, Nani made his presence felt in Telugu movies such as ‘V’ (2020), ‘Truck Jagadish’ (2021), and ‘Ante Sundaraniki’ (2022). ‘V’ (2020)

• In addition, he has served as a producer and co-producer for various films including ‘Awe’ (co-producer; 2018), ‘HIT: The First Case’ (producer; 2020), ‘HIT: The Second Case’ (producer; 2022), and ‘Meet Cute’ (2022).

• In addition to her acting roles, Nani has made appearances in several TV commercials such as Minister White and Sprite.

• Nani, accompanied by his loyal furry friend, is a devoted dog lover who owns a pet dog named Subbu.

• Nani, a devout individual, frequently posts pictures of diverse spiritual gatherings on his social media profiles, showcasing his religious inclination.

• Nani expressed her admiration for the renowned Indian actor Kamal Haasan by sharing a tweet that revolved around him.

• He has appeared on the covers of several magazines, including You & I, Filmfare, ChAnNel 6, and Wow! Nani was featured on the prestigious cover of ChAnNel 6 magazine.

• He enjoys indulging in red wine while partying or spending time with his friends.

• According to GreatAndhra.com, it has been reported that Nani has developed a cigarette smoking addiction.