Naresh Babu Height, Age, Girlfriend, Wife, Children, Family, Biography & More

Bio/Wiki
Full name Naresh Vijaya Krishna [1]The Times of India
Other name Dr Naresh [2]Naresh VijayaKrishna – Facebook
Profession(s) Actor, Politician
Known for Being the step-brother of Mahesh Babu
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.) in centimeters– 178 cm
in meters– 1.78 m
in feet & inches– 5’ 10”
Weight (approx.) in kilograms– 80 kg
in pounds– 176 lbs
Eye Colour Black
Hair Colour Black
Career (Acting)
Debut Film (Telugu; as a child actor): Rendu Kutumbala Katha (1970)

Film (Telugu; as a lead actor): Naalugu Stamabhalata (1982)

Film (Hindi; as a supporting actor): Akalmand (1983)

Film (Tamil; as a lead actor): Nenjathai Allitha (1984)

Web series (Telugu): Oka Chinna Family Story (2021) as Haridas on ZEE5
Awards, Honours, Achievements • 1991: Nandi Best Actor Television Award for Doordarshan’s television show Munimanikyam Gari Kantham Kadhalu
• 1992: Nandi Special Jury Award for the Telugu film Chitram Bhalare Vichitram
• 1994: Nandi Best Actor Award for the Telugu film Sogasu Chuda Taramaa?
• 2009: Servant of the Poor Award on the occasion of the 4th national meet of CNRI (Corporation for National Research Initiatives) held in New Delhi
• 2014: Nandi Award for Best Character Actor for the Telugu film Parampara
• 2016: Awarded an honorary doctorate in Arts by the New York Academy of Universal Global Peace

• 2017: Nandi Award for Best Character Actor for the Telugu film Sathamanam Bhavati
• 2017: Best Character Actor Award for the Telugu film Sathamanam Bhavati at the 17th Santosham Film Awards
• 2017: SVR Character Award for the Telugu film Sathamanam Bhavati
• 2018: Awarded the title H.E. (His Excellency) and received a PhD degree in arts (his 2nd doctorate) from the United Nations ICDRHRP (International Commission of Diplomatic Relations Human Rights and Peace) organisation
• 2022: Allrounder Award on the completion of 50 years in the film industry (Golden Jubilee year) by VB Awards
Career (Politics)
Political Party Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) (1998-2009)
Political Journey • Joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in 1998
• President of BJP (Andhra Pradesh)
• BJP State Secretary (Andhra Pradesh)
• BJP State General Secretary (Andhra Pradesh)
• Contested and lost in the 2009 general elections from the Hindupur constituency, Andhra Pradesh, to Kristappa Nimmala of Telugu Desam Party
• Resigned from the Bharatiya Janata Party
Personal Life
Date of Birth 20 January 1963 (Sunday)
Age (as of 2023) 60 Years
Birthplace Chennai, India
Zodiac sign Capricorn
Nationality Indian
Hometown Chennai, India
School(s) Sri Ramakrishna Mission Higher Secondary School Chennai [3]Naresh Vijayakrishna – Facebook
Hindu Higher Secondary School, Chennai
Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan, Chennai
Educational Qualification Naresh has studied till 10th standard [4]Naresh Babu’s My neta profile
Hobbies Writing poetry, listening to music, travelling, photography
Controversy Attacked by ex-wife, Ramya Raghupathi
In July 2022, Naresh was attacked by his ex-wife, Ramya Raghupathi, at a hotel in Mysore, where he was accompanied by his rumoured girlfriend, Pavitra Lokesh. As soon as Ramya reached the hotel and noticed Naresh with Pavitra, she tried to hit them with her slippers. Naresh and Pavitra were provided police protection while stepping out of the hotel. While addressing the media reporters, Naresh claimed that Ramya, along with her rumoured boyfriend Rakesh Reddy was trying to blackmail him after he sent Ramya a divorce notice. As per sources, Pavitra filed a complaint against Ramya at the Mysuru police station and accused her of stalking and cyber harassment. In an interview, on being asked about Ramya’s accusations after she caught her with Naresh at the hotel in Mysore, Pavitra replied,
I am not new to Telugu people or the industry. I needn’t explain my relationship with Naresh. To defame me out of her interests is something very upsetting. I felt like why this is happening to me. She is making me the victim and this is not correct. She should settle scores within the family.”
On the other hand, Ramya, while addressing the media, talked about her husband’s affair with Pavitra and said,
They claimed that they are best friends but stayed together in a single room all night. I am here raising concern over my son’s future and protecting his interests. I come from a proper Hindu family and I don’t like to get separated from my husband.” [5]News18
Relationships & More
Marital Status Married
Affairs/Girlfriends Pavitra Lokesh (actress) (2022-present)
Marriage Date • Third Wife: Year, 2010
• Fourth Wife: March 2023
Family
Wife/Spouse • First Wife- Name not known (reportedly, daughter of Srinu, a choreographer)
• Second Wife- Rekha (divorced)

• Third Wife- Ramya Raghupathi (divorced)

Fourth Wife– Pavithra Lokesh (actor) (m. March 2023-present) [6]The Economic Times
Children Son(s)– 3
• Naveen Vijay Krishna (with second wife, Rekha)

• Tejaswi Krishna (with second wife, Rekha) (image in wife’s section)
• Ranaveer Krishna (with third wife, Ramya Raghupathi) (image in wife’s section)
Daughter– None
Parents Father– Krishna Murthy
Mother– Vijaya Nirmala (actress, director, and producer) (b.1946 ; d.2019)
Other Relatives Step-father- Krishna (a well-known Indian actor, director, and producer)
(b. 1943; d.2022)

Step-mother- Indira Devi ( a homemaker) (b.1952 ; d. 2022)

Step-brother(s)- 2
• Ramesh Babu (actor and film producer (b.1965 ; d.2022)

• Mahesh Babu (actor and producer)

Step-sister(s)- 3
• Manjula Ghattamaneni (actor and filmmaker) (b.1970)

• Padmavathi Ghattamaneni (producer) (b.1969)

• Priyadarshini Ghattamaneni (homemaker) (b.1979)
Style Quotient
Car Collection • Caravan

• Sports car DC Avanti

• Mercedes-Benz S-Class
• Honda CR-V
Bike Collection • BMW S 1000 RR

• Royal Enfiled SHL M11
Money Factor
Salary (approx.) 40-50 lakh per film [7]News18
Assets/Properties (as of 2009) Movable assets
• Cash: Rs 1,00,000
• Motor Vehicles: Rs 11,75,000
• Jewellery: Rs 70,000
• Other Assest: 1,20,000
Immovable Assets
• Non-Agricultural Land: Rs 6,57,00,000
• Buildings: Rs 25,00,000 [8]My NetaNote- In 2022, News18 valued Naresh’s assets worth Rs 200 crores [9]News18
Net Worth (as of 2009) Rs 66,065,000 [10]My Neta

Some Lesser Known Facts About Naresh Babu

  • Naresh Babu, a prominent Indian actor, politician, and social activist, has made a name for himself in the Telugu film and television industry. He gained fame for his notable performances in films such as “Sogasu Chuda Taramaa?” (1985) as Venkat Rao, “Hai Hai Nayaka” (1989) as Ramakrishna, “Chitram! Bhalare Vichitram!!” (1991) as Nimmagadda Rajeswara Rao, and “Sri Krishnarjuna Vijayam” (1996) as Narada. Additionally, a picture of Naresh Babu during his childhood and his early years is available.
  • Naresh, in his early years, entered into a marriage with his second wife, Rekha. When asked about the reason for their divorce in an interview, Naresh explained that he consciously made the decision to prioritize his work and distance himself from the film industry in order to fully commit himself to politics. While he found success in his political career, he encountered financial difficulties along the way. These difficulties caused distress for both his mother and wife. Fortunately, his mother understood his situation and stood by him, offering her support. However, despite being cautious with his spending, Rekha chose to leave him during this challenging period. Out of respect for her perspective, Naresh opted not to go into further details. [11] Deccan Chronicle.
  • According to sources, there were rumors circulating that Naresh and Pavitra Lokesh, who is also rumored to be his girlfriend, were living together. They have collaborated on several Telugu films such as Happy Wedding (2018), MCA Middle-Class Abbayi (2017), Entha Manchi Vadavu Raa (2020), and Lakshmi Raave Maa Intiki (2014). However, Pavitra denied these relationship rumors in an interview, stating that she and Naresh share a strong friendship. She suggested that if Naresh’s wife, Ramya, had any issues with him, it would be better for her to address them in Hyderabad instead of creating unnecessary controversy in Bengaluru. Pavitra also emphasized that Naresh is a respectable individual and that they have no hidden motives or secrets.
  • Naresh Babu, known for his appearances in popular Telugu films, has showcased his talent in various roles. Some of his notable movies include Rendu Jella Sita (1983) where he portrayed the character Gopi, Sri Kanakamalaxmi Recording Dance Troupe (1987) where he played Gopalam, Kokila (1990) as Siddhartha, Jamba Lakidi Pamba (1993) as Vijay, Aame (1994) as Vikram, Dhanalakshmi, I Love You (2002) as Babu Rao, Drushyam (2014) as Prabhakar, and Shatamanam Bhavati (2017) as Bangarraju. One of his films, Kokila, featuring Naresh Babu, can be seen in a poster.
  • Naresh has appeared in several Tamil movies including Porutham (1985), where he played a role, Malini 22 Palayamkottai (2013) as Prakash, Nee Enge En Anbe (2014) as Aadhikesavayya, and Sandamarutham (2015) as DGP Rathinasamy. The promotional poster for the Tamil film Sandamarutham (2015).
  • Naresh, in an interview, disclosed the reason for his separation from his wife Ramya. He stated that eight years ago, they ended their relationship due to Ramya’s involvement in financial scams and deceiving people in Hindupur, where she was residing. Ramya was also associated with organized crime activities in Hyderabad, but she was promptly apprehended by law enforcement. As a result, she made an arrangement with the authorities and relocated to Bengaluru. Unfortunately, during her time there, she damaged my reputation by spreading multiple false rumors about me.
  • Naresh made his debut in the Telugu TV show Munimanikyam Gari Kantham Kadhalu in 1991, where he portrayed the character of Venkata Rao on Doordarshan. He later appeared on various Telugu television shows such as Popula Petti (1996) as Srinivas on ETV, Amrutham (2002) as Icchapurapu Amrutha Rao on Gemini TV, Maa Nanna (2012) as Sivaiah on Gemini TV, and Mahalakshmi Nivasam (2013) as Viswanatha Raju, also on Gemini TV. The poster for Gemini TV’s 2013 Telugu TV show Mahalakshmi Nivasam is also associated with Naresh.
  • Naresh Babu is frequently seen practicing organic farming during his free time. He possesses a 20-acre farm in Shadnagar, where he cultivates a variety of fruits including mango, guava, and pomegranate. During an interview, Naresh shared that he and his mother Vijaya Nirmala generated a revenue of around Rs 4 lakh from the mango sales. He mentioned, “I have been involved in organic farming on my property for the past 12 years. We produce all the vegetables, including onion and green chillies, on a 1.5-acre land plot. Although the farming methods are primarily organic, I also grow fruits like mango, guava, and pomegranate. However, most of the fruits are sold in local markets.”
  • At the age of 16 in 1980, Naresh Babu achieved his first car racing victory at Chennai’s motor racing circuit, displaying his passion for sports cars and car racing.
  • In 2019, Naresh Babu was successfully elected as the president of the Movie Artists Association group.
  • works to support and provide a platform for local artists dedicated to the preservation and conservation of ancient arts. Naresh Babu, the founder of KIV, is committed to empowering these artists and their cause.
  • Naresh Babu undertook a 125 km Padayatra from Icchampally Project to Warangal in 2008, with the intention of connecting Krishna and Godavari waters.
  • Naresh was named the director of Vijaya Krishna Green Studios Private Limited, a film production house, on July 21, 2020.
  • In the film industry, Naresh Vijaya Krishna regards Jandhyala Veera Venkata Durga Siva Subrahmanya Sastry as his mentor.
  • Naresh Babu’s Telugu film ‘Hindustan The Mother’ made its debut in 2001, being showcased at prestigious events such as the International Film Festival of India, BFI London Film Festival, and Mumbai Film Festival.
  • The Telugu film Mee Sreyobhilashi, directed by Naresh, made its premiere at the International Film Festival of India in 2007.
  • The Jakarta International Film Festival premiered Naresh Babu’s Telugu film Parampara in 2014.
  • As per Naresh’s Facebook profile, his preferred quote is “Either conquer all and bring them along or seal their fate and sing the final elegy.”
  • Naresh starred as K. Sreedhar in the much-anticipated web series Modern Love Hyderabad (2022) on Amazon Prime Video. The captivating poster for the series has been revealed by Amazon Prime Video.
  • Naresh Babu took to Twitter on December 31, 2022, to share a video announcing his union with Pavitra Lokesh, marking his fourth marriage.

As the New Year begins, may we be showered with your blessings for fresh starts and new beginnings.

Wishing all of you a #HappyNewYear ❤️ from us.

– Mee #PavitraNaresh pic.twitter.com/JiEbWY4qTQ

— Dr. Naresh VK, H.E, a renowned actor (@ItsActorNaresh) on December 31, 2022

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