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NDTV
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Ram Charan's Wife Upasana Kamineni Shares His Favourite Food, Eating Habits While Travelling
Show Quick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed Most of us have a favourite food combo that gives us instant comfort, no matter when or where we eat it. This is true for several celebrities as well. For instance, superstar Ram Charan has a very specific food pairing he cannot do without. Recently, in a conversation with Curly Tales, his wife Upasana Kamineni revealed that rasam rice with omelette is his go-to food. "Sometimes he will put it in a blender and eat it like soup," she said. She clarified that he needs an omelette with it to make the experience "authentic." Moreover, his omelette should contain masala, green chillies, and onion. Upasana Kamineni added, "This food travels with him [Ram Charan] everywhere. Fresh rasam, hot rice and an omelette... and he's in heaven." She also explained that her husband cannot do without Indian flavours, no matter where he is. "We used to go to the best restaurants in the world. And then he would come back and say, 'Now, I need Indian food.' And I would say, 'It's 11.30 at night. Where are we going to find Indian food?' And we would go searching in different countries for Indian food." Talking about Ram Charan's food habits, Upasana stated that at least one of his meals - either breakfast or dinner -has to have South Indian dishes. For lunch, he may be willing to try different cuisines. Additionally, she specified that the food needs to be home-cooked so that he feels satisfied. Ram Charan especially seeks this when he is shooting, which is a trait he apparently shares with his father, Chiranjeevi. Upasana Kamineni revealed, "My mother-in-law used to do this for my father-in-law. She used to make all these pre-made mixes and send them to shooting. Then you just add water to it and make upma, pongal, rasam, etc." Upasana also explained how this inspired her to launch her ready-to-eat food brand, Athamma's Kitchen.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Ram Charan's Must-Have Meal Abroad: Why Rasam And Rice Always Win Over Risotto
No matter where he is, Ram Charan follows one non-negotiable rule: at least one home-cooked Indian meal a day, just like his father, legendary actor Chiranjeevi When a global superstar like Ram Charan travels the world, dining at some of the finest restaurants across continents, fans often turn those spots into must-visit landmarks. Yet, despite his global lifestyle, the RRR actor's heart and taste buds remain firmly rooted in home. No matter where he is, Ram Charan follows one non-negotiable rule: at least one home-cooked Indian meal a day, just like his father, legendary actor Chiranjeevi. And not just any Indian meal, it must be a hearty South Indian spread, lovingly made, with rasam and rice always taking precedence over risotto and ravioli. During a recent conversation with Curly Tales, his wife, entrepreneur and Vice-Chairperson of Apollo Charity, Upasana Kamineni, revealed the story behind his unwavering food ritual – and how it inspired her latest venture, Athamma's Kitchen. Upasana shared that even after indulgent meals at Michelin-starred restaurants, Ram would inevitably say, 'Okay, now I need Indian food." This craving could strike at any time – sometimes as late as 11:30 p.m. – prompting the couple to hunt for South Indian food in faraway cities. And for Ram, authenticity was key: it had to be home-style, especially during hectic shooting schedules. To make life easier during their travels, Upasana began packing dry, ready-to-cook South Indian mixes on trips. What started as a personal travel hack soon grew into a full-fledged brand. Athamma's Kitchen, launched in 2024, now brings the Konidela family's treasured recipes to fans worldwide, recreating wholesome, comforting meals in just ten minutes. The brand draws its name and inspiration from Ram's mother, Surekha (affectionately called Athamma), who once prepared upma, pongal, and other pre-mixes for Chiranjeevi to carry on his film shoots. Today, those same time-tested recipes form the heart of Athamma's Kitchen's menu. For Ram, the favourite is still a humble combination: tangy, health-boosting rasam with a protein-rich onion-and-chilli omelette. On the personal front, Ram Charan and Upasana's love story goes back to their college days. The two tied the knot in December 2011, and in 2023, they welcomed their daughter, Klin Kaara Konidela. Professionally, Ram was last seen in Game Changer and is now gearing up for his next big release, Peddi. From movie sets to foreign shores, one thing is certain no matter how far Ram Charan travels, a plate of rasam and rice will always taste like home. view comments First Published: August 13, 2025, 09:10 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Upasana reveals that Ram Charan never misses his South Indian meal; just like his father Chiranjeevi
Picture Credit: X Global superstar Ram Charan 's wife recently revealed that no matter how luxurious the setting or how exotic the menu, one foot item remains non-negotiable for the 'RRR' star. He must have at least one home-cooked Indian meal a day. And more specifically, it has to be a proper South Indian spread, the kind he grew up eating. Superstar with simple taste In a chat with Curly Tales, Upasana shared that her husband's love for traditional meals is the same as his father, megastar Chiranjeevi. "Even after a big dinner abroad, he'll say, 'Okay, now I need Indian food,'" she said. She shared that his go-to comfort food? Steaming hot rasam with rice, sometimes paired with a fluffy omelette topped with onions and chillies. She said, "You get rasam that's good for health, protein from omelette. He likes it with onions and chillis." Upasana recalled that this craving could strike at any hour, even around 11:30 p.m., while they were travelling. They would be in some foreign city and suddenly crave South Indian food, so they would go looking for it. Over time, she started carrying dry, ready-to-cook mixes from home on their trips, ensuring that Charan could enjoy a traditional meal wherever he was. This small hack soon turned into a much bigger idea, Athamma's Kitchen, which was launched in 2024. Inspired by her mother-in-law, Surekha Konidela, fondly called Athamma, the brand brings the Konidela family's culinary legacy to fans and food lovers worldwide. Upasana revealed that long before Ram Charan's film career, Chiranjeevi relied on these travel-friendly recipes prepared by Athamma during his shoots. On the work front, Ram Charan is currently working on his upcoming sports drama film, 'Peddi', directed by Buchi Babu Sana. On the other hand, Chiranjeevi is working on a socio-fantasy film, 'Vishwambhara', a comedy drama film with Anil Ravipudi and more.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Ram Charan travels abroad, a South Indian dish is a must-have, just like his father Chiranjeevi. Guess the meal?
Ram Charan's must-have food when he is in abroad About Athamma's Kitchen On Ram Charan's personal and work fronts When a global superstar like Ram Charan travels abroad and dines at some of the world's best restaurants, the places he visits often become landmarks for fans. But despite this, the RRR star seems deeply attached to his roots, especially when it comes to food. Fans often praise him for staying grounded, and his wife Upasana Kamineni reveals why: no matter where they are in the world, Ram Charan insists on having at least one home-cooked Indian meal a day, just like his father Chiranjeevi . And not just any meal, it has to be a proper South Indian spread, made with love. For him, nothing satisfies quite like rasam and rice over risotto and a candid chat with Curly Tales, Upasana, a businesswoman and vice-chairman of Apollo Charity, revealed the story behind her latest venture, Athamma's Kitchen. What began as a travel hack to satisfy her husband's cravings for traditional meals evolved into a full-fledged brand that now brings the Konidela family's culinary heritage to fans and foodies recalled how, despite dining at top-tier global restaurants, Ram would often ask, "Okay, now I need Indian food.' The craving could strike at any hour, even at 11:30 p.m., leading the duo on late-night hunts for Indian cuisine in foreign cities. His one rule? The meal had to be South Indian, and home-cooked. Especially on days when he is travel ritual gave Upasana the idea to start carrying dry, ready-to-cook South Indian mixes on their trips. And thus, Athamma's Kitchen was born, with the goal of bringing wholesome, home-style meals to life in just ten minutes, no matter where you inspiration, however, runs even deeper. Ram Charan's love for traditional meals is something he inherited from his father, megastar Chiranjeevi, who was known to carry home-cooked meals during his shoots. It was Chiranjeevi's wife, Surekha, fondly known as Athamma (mother-in-law), who prepared convenient pre-mixes like upma and pongal for his travels. Now, those same recipes have become the foundation of Athamma's in 2024, the brand is led by Upasana and backed by the legacy of Surekha. It offers a varied range of traditional South Indian recipes with a mission to deliver the warmth and comfort of a family kitchen. For Ram Charan, his go-to dish remains humble and healthy: "you get rasam that's good for health, protein from omlette. He likes it with onions and chillis."For the unversed, the couple's journey is rooted in friendship and tradition. Having met in college, Ram Charan and Upasana tied the knot in December 2011. In 2023, they welcomed their daughter, Klin Kaara the work front, Ram Charan was last seen in Game Changer. Now, he is gearing up for his upcoming movie, Peddi.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan demand one home-cooked Indian meal abroad even after dining at world's best restaurants, says Upasana Kamineni: ‘I travel with dry home foods'
Ram Charan's wife and businesswoman Upasana Kamineni, vice-chairman of Apollo Charity, recently spoke about the actor's fondness for home-cooked South Indian meals. During a recent interaction, Upasana revealed that despite dining at some of the best restaurants in the world when they are travelling, Ram Charan insists on having at least one Indian meal a day. This habit eventually inspired her to launch her own dry home foods venture, Athamma's Kitchen. Speaking to Curly Tales, Upasana shared that she started the venture for her own convenience, as she would carry these dry, home-cooked meals with them while traveling abroad. She recalled, 'I started as a convenience because it was my problem. We used to go to the best restaurants in the world and then he would come and say, 'Okay, now I need Indian food.' I was like, 'Where will we find Indian food at 11:30 pm in the night?' Then we would go searching for Indian food in different countries because one meal of his has to be Indian, and it has to be breakfast or dinner. And not North Indian—his food has to be South Indian, and it has to be home-cooked. And when he is shooting, then it is a must.' Ram Charan's love for traditional meals comes from his father, superstar Chiranjeevi, who also insisted on eating home-cooked South Indian food while traveling. Upasana revealed that the concept for Athamma's Kitchen came from her mother-in-law, Surekha (Chiranjeevi's wife), who would prepare pre-mixes and send them with Chiranjeevi during his travels and shoots. 'You just add water to it and upma, pongal would be ready,' she said. Upasana added, 'Now I travel with dry home foods everywhere. So I can just get everything ready in 10 minutes.' She also revealed Ram's go-to South Indian meal he simply can't do without. She shared that he needs to have rasam, rice with an omlette. 'It is healthy too as you get rasam that's good for health, protein from omlette. He likes it with onions and chillis,' Upasana said. In the same interview, Upasana also offered a rare glimpse of their family home in Hyderabad. The palatial bungalow is surrounded by a meticulously maintained, lush green lawn and features interiors that blend modern and traditional art influences. Ram Charan and Upasana were college friends before their bond turned into a relationship. The couple tied the knot on December 11, 2011, and welcomed their daughter, Klin Kaara Konidela, in 2023.
