From Chirutha to RRR: A look at Ram Charan’s iconic roles as he completes 18 years in the film industry
Completing 18 glorious years, Ram Charan's journey spans from the fiery debut in 'Chirutha' to the global phenomenon of 'RRR', showcasing his incredible range and star power.
As Ram Charan completes eighteen years in the industry he has established his place as one of Telugu film industry's most successful actors. Since he made his debut in 2007, he has continuously delivered strong performances that shown his versatility in the action, fantasy, drama, and romance genres. His record-breaking blockbusters and positive reviews throughout his career are proof of his commitment and ability to maintain his family's legacy while creating his own route to fame.
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Charan in Chirutha Making his acting debut with the movie Chirutha, Ram Charan played the role of an ex-convict who on a mission to avenge his father’s murder. The film was a commercial hit and was highly appreciated by the viewers. The actor also got the Filmfare Award for Best Actor Male Debut-South for his excellent performance.
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Harsha in Magadheera The movie directed by S. S. Rajamouli, is fantasy movie which was a huge hit and made Ram Charan a household name. With dual roles of Harsha, who was a modern bike racer, and Kaala Bhairava, who was a brave soldier from the 17th century the actor handles everything with ease. His place as a top star was confirmed when the movie, which set a record at the time, brought him his first Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu.
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Ram in Orange Ram Charan took on the complex role of Ram, an NRI living in Australia with a unique and honest take on eternal love in the romantic drama. The film gained cult following for this excellent performance, though the movie didn’t do well at the box office.
Raj in Racha In Racha, Ram Charan played Raj, a clever and smart gambler who uses his sharp wits to earn money to save his father’s life. With high-energy action scenes, the character provided a perfect platform for his mass appeal. The film was a major success at the box office and positioned the actor as a ‘mass hero’.
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Charan/Siddharth Naayak in Naayak Playing a double role as Charan who is a software engineer and Siddharth Naayak who was a fearless mafia leader, Ram Charan delivered a highly entertaining performance in this action film. Because of the contrast between the two characters, he was able to show his versatility by combining romance, comedy, and violent action, all of which the general public found appealing.
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Charan/Sathya in Yevadu Ram Charan once again played a difficult dual role in this action-thriller, starring as both Charan and Sathya. The story focuses on the character's desire for revenge and self-discovery. One of the main highlights of the successful movie was his ability to keep the emotional depth and intensity throughout the character's phases.
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ASP K. Dhruva IPS in Dhruva This action thriller was famous for Ram Charan's role of ASP K. Dhruva IPS, a smart and determined police officer. He was defined by his sharp intelligence and dedication to combating crime by going after the "kingpin" rather than his goons. He received appreciations from viewers for his performance as the ethical police officer and his disciplined physical transformation.
Alluri Sitarama Raju in RRR The actor in S. S. Rajamouli’s film played the role of a fictionalised version of the historical revolutionary Alluri Sitarama. His role got him appreciation from around the world. His character transformation from a loyal officer of the British regime to a fierce rebel was physically demanding and emotionally compelling.
![ASP K. Dhruva IPS in Dhruva This action thriller was famous for Ram Charan's role of ASP K. Dhruva IPS, a smart and determined police officer. He was defined by his sharp intelligence and dedication to combating crime by going after the "kingpin" rather than his goons. He received appreciations from viewers for his performance as the ethical police officer and his disciplined physical transformation.](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/09/20250928134631_ram-charan-ps-dhruva.jpg "ASP K. Dhruva IPS in Dhruva This action thriller was famous for Ram Charan's role of ASP K. Dhruva IPS, a smart and determined police officer. He was defined by his sharp intelligence and dedication to combating crime by going after the "kingpin" rather than his goons. He received appreciations from viewers for his performance as the ethical police officer and his disciplined physical transformation.")
