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India.com
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor who donates Rs 30 crore every year, funds free heart surgeries for children, his name is...
Indian cinema is filled with stars whose fees make filmmakers gasp. Bollywood to Tollywood, wealth flows freely, and big names take home crores. Yet among the rich and powerful, there are a few who choose to use their earnings differently. One such name is Mahesh Babu, a top Telugu star who blends stardom with service. How much does Mahesh Babu donate? It may come as a surprise, but every year, Mahesh donates Rs 25–30 crore to social causes. That makes him one of the most generous stars in South India. While his films collect massive box office numbers, his real legacy lies in how he spends his earnings. Fans lovingly call him the Tollywood Prince, but many see him as much more, a man who transforms lives. What are his social initiatives? Mahesh runs the Rainbow Children's Hospital, where underprivileged kids get free treatment. Through the Mahesh Babu Foundation, he has adopted entire villages, Burripalem (Andhra Pradesh) and Siddapuram (Telangana), funding their care and development. His association with the Pure Little Hearts Foundation and Rainbow Heart Institute has already changed over 1,000 lives, as he sponsored free heart surgeries for children who could not afford them. It is philanthropy at scale, done quietly but with deep impact. How wealthy is the star? Despite his charity, Mahesh Babu's lifestyle mirrors his superstar status. His net worth stands at Rs 135 crore. His lavish Jubilee Hills bungalow in Hyderabad is valued at Rs 30 crore, equipped with every luxury. He also owns a Rs 7 crore vanity van, purchased in 2013 during the shoot of Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu. How did he rise to stardom? Starting as a child artist in 1979, Mahesh spent years in minor roles before emerging as a lead actor at 24. The early years were filled with back-to-back hits, then came a three-year break in 2007. His comeback was spectacular with films like Dookudu and Businessman, cementing his place as Tollywood's biggest star. Currently, Mahesh is shooting for a massive SS Rajamouli directorial with a reported budget of Rs 1000 crore. The film also stars Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran, promising a cinematic spectacle that could set new records.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
This Southern Superstar Donates Rs 30 Crore Per Year, Sponsors Heart Surgeries For 1,000 Kids
The Telugu superstar donates over Rs 30 crore annually, making him one of the most generous celebrities in South India. Known for his successful film career, Mahesh Babu has also dedicated himself to improving the lives of the underprivileged, proving that his influence extends beyond the silver screen. (News18 Tamil) With over 40 films to his credit, Mahesh Babu has carved a niche in the Indian film industry. He is not just an actor but also a producer, with a fan following spanning the globe. Through his films, he earns crores, and every year, he spends Rs 25 to 30 crore supporting the poor and disadvantaged. (News18 Tamil) The actor's personal assets are estimated at Rs. 135 crore. His Hyderabad bungalow in Jubilee Hills is valued at Rs 30 crore and features state-of-the-art facilities. He also owns a vanity van worth Rs 7 crore, purchased during the shooting of the 2013 film Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu. (News18 Tamil) Mahesh Babu began his career as a child star in 1979, appearing in small roles for over a decade. He became a leading actor in 1999 at the age of 24, delivering a string of hit films. After taking a three-year break in 2007, he returned with successful films like Dookudu and Businessman, reinforcing his position as one of Tollywood's richest stars. (News18 Tamil)
Hindustan Times
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Wishes pour in for Mahesh Babu from Ram Charan, Jr NTR on 50th birthday; son Gautam calls him his ‘1st hero'
Tollywood star Mahesh Babu celebrated his 50th birthday on 9 August. Family members, including his children Sitara and Gautam, sister Manjula Ghattamaneni and sister-in-law Shilpa Shirodkar, and friends in the film industry, including Chiranjeevi and Jr NTR, poured in wishes for the actor. Take a look. Social media is filled with birthday wishes for Mahesh Babu from fans and celebs alike.(Mahesh Babu/ Instagram) 'Always my first hero', says Mahesh Babu's son Gautam Sitara posted an old picture of her and Mahesh from when she was little, writing, 'happy birthday to the best dad ever. i love u. #uncstatusachieved #grandunc.' Gautam also posted a collage of pictures of them together taken through the years, writing, 'Always my first hero. Have the best birthday ever Nanna!' His sister, actor-producer Manjula, was happy that Mahesh's birthday was on the same day as Raksha Bandhan. She posted a video of their memories through the years, writing, 'What a beautiful coincidence! Today is Raksha Bandhan, a day that celebrates the bond between a brother and sister… And it's also the birthday of my little brother — Mahesh, my superstar !' She added, 'How special is that? A day meant to honor the love, protection, and unbreakable bond between siblings… And I get to celebrate you — someone who has always been my strength, my pride, and a constant source of love. Wishing you the happiest birthday! May you continue to shine, inspire, and touch hearts the way only you can. So much love to you today and always. Happy Birthday and Happy Rakhi, My little Brother!' Mahesh's sister-in-law Shilpa also penned a sweet note, writing, 'Happy Birthday to the best brother-in-law ever!! You keep inspiring us all with your humility and grace. May your light keep shining brighter each year! Love you toooooooo much.' 'You are the pride of Telugu cinema', says Chiranjeevi Wishing Mahesh on his 50th birthday, Chiranjeevi wrote, 'Happy Happy 50th, my dear SSMB @urstrulyMahesh! You are the pride of Telugu Cinema, destined to conquer the beyond! You seem to grow younger with every passing year! Wishing you a wonderful year ahead and many, many happy returns!' Jr NTR's birthday wish read, 'Happy Birthday @urstrulymahesh Anna. Wishing you all the love and success…' while Ram Charan wrote, 'Happy Birthday @urstrulyMahesh. Sending you lots of love and best wishes on this landmark birthday.' Calling him 'chinnodu' (younger one), Venkatesh posted a picture with Mahesh from their film Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu, writing, 'Happy birthday dearest @urstrulyMahesh! Today you turn 50 but you'll forever be my Chinnodu. Your humor and kindness light up the hearts of so many... there's truly no one like you. Keep smiling, special one. Can't wait for the world to witness your magic in #SSMB29!' Adivi Sesh wrote that he has gratitude for whatever Mahesh has done for him through the years, 'Dear @urstrulyMahesh sir, Happy Golden Birthday. I will forever be filled with gratitude for everything you've done for me. The world and I love you for your wit, your charm and most importantly…your heart. You'll always have me in your corner. Happy Birthday Sir.' Director Sreenu Vaitla thought that Mahesh is carrying forward his father, the late Krishna's stardom, writing, 'Mahesh 50! it's unbelievable! I'm still stuck in the moment I first saw Mahesh in Poraatam. His dedication and passion are outstanding, and the only way to describe him is he's a director's dynamite.' He added, 'Carrying forward his father's superstardom and continuing to satisfy fans as a Superstar is not an easy task. As Krishna Garu always said, he has the aura of a Hollywood hero and now, that Aura is set to conquer the global box office with #SSMB29.' Mahesh will soon star in SS Rajamouli's yet-to-be-titled project which also stars Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dil Raju reveals he realised Ram Charan's 'Game Changer' would affect him financially: 'But I was confident Sankranthiki Vasthunnam would be a hit'
Tollywood producer has addressed the box office setback he faced with 's 'Game Changer'. The political action drama, directed by , was one of Ram Charan's most anticipated films following the global success of 'RRR' with SS Rajamouli. However, the film failed to connect with audiences, and Dil has now admitted that it resulted in a financial loss for him. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Dil Raju about the box office failure of 'Game Changer' During a promotional interview with actor Nithiin for their forthcoming film Thammudu, Dil Raju recalled his apprehensions ahead of Game Changer's release on January 10. 'I started realising that the film releasing on 10 January (Game Changer) was going to damage me financially. Even the distributors were feeling low,' he admitted. Dil Raju on Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu - Part 1 Dil Raju about 'Sankranthiki Vasthunnam's success Raju added that he was confident his other film 'Sankranthiki Vasthunnam', which released during the same festive season, would be a success. 'But I was confident that Sankranthiki Vasthunnam would become a hit. I usually know in the editing room whether a film will work or not. My only thought was how much this film is going to damage, and how much the other one is going to save.' About Game Changer S Shankar made his Telugu directorial debut with 'Game Changer'. Ram Charan played dual roles in the film, but the political drama did not resonate well with fans or the general audience. The film also featured Kiara Advani, Anjali, SJ Suryah, Srikanth, Sunil, Jayaram, and Samuthirakani in key roles. Earlier, the film's editor Shameer Muhammed revealed that the initial cut was around 7.5 hours long, and he had to trim it down to approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. Ram Charan's work front On the work front, Ram Charan is gearing up for the release of 'Peddi', directed by Buchi Babu Sana. The film will also feature Janhvi Kapoor in a key role.
