Mahesh Babu (born 9 August 1975) is an Indian actor, producer, and philanthropist known primarily for his work in Telugu cinema. He is one of the highest-paid actors in the South Indian film industry
Lakshmi Manchu reflected on growing up under Mohan Babu’s towering legacy, sharing how emotional pressure, cultural expectations, and industry patriarchy shaped her journey and pushed her to constantly prove her identity beyond her surname.
Mahesh Babu is currently working on an untitled pan-India project directed by SS Rajamouli, which is expected to be a big-budget action-adventure film.
As of 2025, Mahesh Babu has not acted in any Bollywood films, although several of his Telugu movies have been dubbed in Hindi and performed well on satellite TV and streaming platforms.
Yes, he is actively involved in charity work and village development initiatives, particularly in the areas of health care and rural infrastructure through his foundation.
Mahesh Babu has received multiple accolades, including 8 Nandi Awards, 5 Filmfare Awards South, and several SIIMA and CineMAA Awards for his contributions to Telugu cinema.