Ravi Teja (born Bhupatiraju Ravi Shankar Raju) [formerly known as Bhupatiraju Ravi Shankar Raju] is another Indian film actor who mainly cuts his teeth in the Telugu film industry for acting. Nicknamed as "Mass Maharaja," he is known for his high-energy performances and comic timing in an action hero circuit. Over time, he has become one of the highest-paid actors in the Telugu film industry.

He was born on January 26, 1968, in Jaggampeta, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, to Rajgopal Raju, a pharmacist by profession, and Rajyalakshmi Bhupatiraju, a homemaker. He has two brothers, Raghu and Bharath, who are filmmakers in the other arts, and he is the eldest among them.

Early Life and Education

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In cities like Jaipur, Delhi, Mumbai, and Bhopal, most childhood years were spent due to his father's job transfers. Along with all this, he had a true love for cinema, especially admired Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan. It first started with him at a very young age imitating scenes from Amitabh's films.

Later, the family settled at Vijayawada, where Ravi Teja completed his Bachelor of Arts at Siddhartha Degree College. In 1988, he moved to Chennai after staying with friends like director Gunasekhar and producer YVS Chowdary to begin his film career.

Family

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Ravi Teja married Kalyani, hailing from West Godavari District, on May 26, 2002. The couple has two children: daughter Mokshadha (born June 6, 2003) and son Mahadhan (born July 28, 2006). Despite his stardom, Ravi Teja keeps his family life private, with his wife and children rarely appearing in the media.

Career Beginnings

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Ravi Teja started his journey in cinema as an assistant director, working on films like Prathibandh (1990) and Aaj Ka Goonda Raj (1992). He also took up minor acting roles during this period, including appearing as one of Chiranjeevi's friends in Aaj Ka Goonda Raj.

He gained attention with his supporting role in the award-winning film Sindhooram (1997), directed by Krishna Vamsi. Though the film brought him recognition, Ravi Teja's breakthrough came with his first lead role in Nee Kosam (1999), directed by Srinu Vaitla, for which he won the Nandi Special Jury Award.

Rise to Stardom

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It was no wonder that Ravi Teja became a household name with its blockbuster itlu Sravani Subramanyam (2001), Avunu Valliddaru Ishtapaddaru (2002), and Idiot (2002), wherein he defined a major portly rugged character that solidified for himself as a leading light in Tollywood.

Notable Films:

Vikramarkudu (2006): The feat accomplished through S.S. Rajamouli is one of his big hits as well as elsewhere, which conferred on him the title of "Mass Maharaja."
Kick (2009): The movie gained popularity in itself and has been popular for its comedy-action and has been into several remakes.
Krishna (2008): This V.V. Vinayak-directed movie became a milestone in his career, smashing box office records.
Power (2014): The action-drama showcased Ravi Teja’s versatility, playing dual roles with ease.

Awards and Achievements

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Ravi Teja has received several accolades, including:

Nandi Awards:
Special Jury for Nee Kosam (1999)
Special Jury for Khadgam (2002)
Best Actor for Neninthe (2008)
Filmfare Award South for his outstanding performances.

Personal Life and Hobbies

Popular for simple living, Ravi Teja is an ardent watch movie and travel. Fame does hold low profile and is loved for his humility.

Legacy

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The struggling assistant director to Mass Maharaja is a perfect example of the hard work and dedication of an individual. Energetic performances and mass appeal make him one of the most guaranteed stars of Telugu cinema, and his career inspires a whole future generation.

FAQs

What is the fortune Ravi Teja has?
Ravi Teja holds a net fortune of around Rs. 127 crores.

Which are the top films of Ravi Teja?
The notable films include Vikramarkudu, Kick, and Idiot.

What is the age of Ravi Teja?
Ravi Teja is 57 years of age as of the year 2025.

What is the height of Ravi Teja?
He stands up to178 cm.