Early Life and Family
Konidela Ram Charan, born on March 27, 1985, in Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu, India, is a prominent Indian actor, film producer, and entrepreneur. He is the son of renowned Telugu actor Chiranjeevi and his wife Surekha. Ram Charan hails from the illustrious Konidela–Allu family, known for its significant contributions to Indian cinema.
Education
Ram Charan attended Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan in Chennai, The Lawrence School in Lovedale, Tamil Nadu, and The Hyderabad Public School in Begumpet, Hyderabad. He pursued a bachelor’s degree in commerce at St. Mary’s College, Hyderabad, but left his studies midway to pursue a career in acting.
Career Beginnings
Ram Charan made his acting debut with the action film Chirutha in 2007, which became a box office hit and earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut – South. His breakthrough came with the fantasy action film Magadheera (2009), directed by S. S. Rajamouli, which became the highest-grossing Telugu film at the time of its release. For his performance in Magadheera, he received the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu.
Rise to Prominence
Following Magadheera, Ram Charan starred in several successful films, including Orange (2010), Racha (2012), Naayak (2013), Yevadu (2014), and Govindudu Andarivadele (2014). His performance in Rangasthalam (2018) earned him his second Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu. Ram Charan achieved further commercial success with the blockbuster RRR (2022), which ranks as the third-highest-grossing Indian film of all time.
Production and Entrepreneurship
In 2016, Ram Charan launched his own production house, Konidela Production Company, which has backed notable films like Khaidi No. 150 (2017) and Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy (2019). Beyond his film career, he owns the polo team Hyderabad Polo and Riding Club and was a co-owner of the airline service TruJet.
Personal Life
Ram Charan is married to Upasana Kamineni, an entrepreneur and social activist, since June 14, 2012. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Klin Kaara Konidela, on June 20, 2023. Ram Charan is known for his philanthropic efforts and his involvement in various social causes.
Legacy
Ram Charan’s impact on Telugu cinema continues to be significant, with his contributions paving the way for future generations of actors and filmmakers. His dedication to his craft and his ability to connect with audiences have solidified his status as one of the highest-paid actors in Indian cinema.
References
- Wikipedia
- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/ram-charan-tej-clarifies-his-name/articleshow/12838288.cms
- https://www.news18.com/news/india/telugu-actor-asks-media-to-call-him-ram-charan-468129.html