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Allu Arjun celebrates father Allu Aravind’s 77th Birthday with a heartfelt tribute

Telugu superstar Allu Arjun celebrated his father Allu Aravind’s 77th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram tribute, calling him “the closest thing to God” in his life and sharing a warm photo.

January 10, 2026 / 17:39 IST
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  • Allu Arjun honored his father Allu Aravind's 77th birthday with a touching tribute.
  • Allu Arjun shared a heartfelt message and photo at the new Allu Cinemas opening.
  • Allu Arjun to star in Pushpa 3 and a film with Deepika Padukone

Telugu cinema superstar Allu Arjun marked a special family milestone on January 10, 2026, as he celebrated the 77th birthday of his father, veteran film producer Allu Aravind, with a deeply affectionate tribute that moved fans and followers across social media. The Pushpa star took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message alongside a memorable photograph of the pair standing in front of the newly inaugurated Allu Cinemas, adding a personal and emotional touch to the occasion.

In his birthday note, Allu Arjun wrote, “Happy Birthday, Dad. The closest thing to God in my life. May you always live joyfully,” accompanied by a black heart emoji — a message that resonated with fans and highlighted the profound respect and love he holds for his father. The post quickly garnered warm reactions from followers who appreciated the star’s candid expression of gratitude and admiration.

Allu Aravind, the founder of the renowned production banner Geetha Arts, is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in South Indian cinema. Across a career spanning decades, he has backed numerous blockbuster and critically acclaimed films such as Bantrothu Bharya, Subhalekha, Pasivadi Pranam, Jalsa, Magadheera, Ghajini and Ala Vaikuntapuramulo, shaping the landscape of Telugu and Tamil cinema.

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On the professional front, Allu Arjun continues to ride high on the success of Pushpa 2: The Rule, the sequel to the blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise, which remains one of the most expensive and longest Indian films ever produced. The actor is also slated for several major projects, including a mythological epic with director Trivikram and the next installment in the Pushpa franchise, Pushpa 3, under director Sukumar’s vision. Additionally, he is working on a high-profile film with director Atlee, tentatively titled AA22 X A6, which will feature Bollywood star Deepika Padukone in a significant role.

Ragini Jaiswal
Ragini Jaiswal Entertainment journalist and content writer with 3+ years of experience covering Bollywood, lifestyle trends, and celebrity stories across leading digital platforms.
first published: Jan 10, 2026 05:39 pm

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