By Entertainment Desk July 12, 2025
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Ghanta Naveen Babu is Nani’s real name. As a nickname, “Nani” became his stage name.
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Nani did some behind-the-scenes work before going into acting. Working under Srinu Vaitla on the movie Dhee, he began his career as an assistant director.
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In Hyderabad, Nani was employed by World Space Satellite Radio as a radio jockey. At the time, his show “Non-Stop Nani” was very well-liked.
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Nani never wanted to be a hero, in contrast to many celebrities. Although he had a strong interest in movies, his first goal was to become a director.
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After dating Anjana Yelavarthy for a number of years, Nani got married to her. Their romance started long before he was a movie star.
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Wall Poster Cinema is the production company that Nani owns. Hit and Awe!, two highly regarded movies, were produced by him.
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Mohan Krishna Indraganti, who subsequently directed Nani in successful films like Gentleman and V, directed his first feature, Ashta Chamma (2008).
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His effortless acting style and ability to give natural performances in both serious and humorous roles earned him the moniker “Natural Star.”
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career from the beginning without any support or industry connections, making him a true outsider success story.