Nagendra Babu
Nagendra Babu is an Indian actor, best known for Tamil cinema. Nagendra Babu began their career in 1990 and has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 36 years. With over 60 credits to their name and an average audience rating of 6.2, Nagendra Babu remains one of the most prolific and celebrated talents in the industry. Spanning 30+ years, Nagendra Babu's career remains one of the longest and most celebrated in Tamil cinema.
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Biography
Nagendra Babu (born Konidela Nagendra Rao) is a Telugu cinema actor, producer, and politician, best known as the brother of megastars Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan and for his prolific supporting roles across over 143 films. He appeared in notable Telugu productions including Soggade Chinni Nayana (2016) as Yama Dharma Raju, Baadshah (2013), Subramanyam For Sale (2015), and Mr. Majnu (2019), often playing authority figures and character roles alongside top stars. As a producer under Anjana Productions, he co-produced Rudraveena (1988), which won the National Film Award (Nargis Dutt Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration), and he has received multiple Nandi Awards for his production work. He also served as a judge on the popular Telugu comedy show Jabardasth (2013–2019) and was elected to the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council in March 2025 as a Janasena Party member.
Career Milestones
Film debut as actor
Produced Rudraveena, winning the National Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration (Nargis Dutt Award)
Co-founded Anjana Productions with brothers Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan
Notable supporting role as Yama Dharma Raju in blockbuster Telugu film
View film →Elected as Member of Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council
Iconic Roles
Soggade Chinni Nayana
Nagendra Babu played the God of Death (Yama) in this Telugu fantasy comedy, a memorable supporting role that stood out for his composed and authoritative screen presence.
Mr. Majnu
Appeared in this Akhil Akkineni-starrer in a supporting capacity, continuing his pattern of credible character roles in mainstream Telugu productions.
Nanna Koochi (web series)
Played the lead character Anandraj in this Telugu web series, showcasing a mature and restrained performance as a family patriarch.
Defining Moments
Performance as SP Surya Prakash IPS in Telugu cinema's first ₹1 billion-grossing film, lending institutional credibility to the supporting cast
His presence in a record-breaking blockbuster alongside Mahesh Babu highlighted his value as a reliable character anchor in high-stakes commercial productions
Performance as D.I.G. Balram IPS, leading the interception of a container of RDX smuggled from Hong Kong — a tense law-enforcement centrepiece
Part of a major blockbuster; cemented his reputation as Telugu cinema's go-to actor for credible, authoritative law-enforcement supporting roles alongside top-tier stars
View film →Role as Raja Shekar, the Telugu NRI who orchestrates the 'made-for-each-other' contest — a comedic pivot that drives the film's central plot
Demonstrated versatility beyond villain/authority typecasting; his comic timing in an NRI character role was appreciated as a departure from his usual gravitas-heavy parts
View film →Portrayal of Yama Dharma Raju, the Lord of Death, granting Bangarraju permission to return to Earth from Yamalokam — a pivotal supernatural authority scene
Considered one of his most iconic roles; his commanding screen presence in the mythological/supernatural character was widely praised and became a signature performance that audiences associated with him
View film →Reprising the Yama Dharma Raja role, reinforcing his ownership of the character as a fan-favourite supernatural authority figure
Audiences and critics noted that his reprisal validated the lasting impact of his original Yama portrayal — rare for a supporting character actor to have a role reprised across franchise sequels
Nagendra Babu by the Numbers
If you watched every Nagendra Babu film back-to-back, you'd be at it for roughly 5 days and 1h. Most-paired with Brahmanandam — 14 films together.
Filmography
See all 60 credits →









Collaboration Network
The Constellation
Top 10 most-paired collaborators. Bubble size and line thickness reflect how many films they share with Nagendra Babu.
Career Analytics
Genre Breakdown
Language Distribution
Films by Decade
Top Co-Actors
See all →Nagendra Babu has worked most frequently with Krishna Vamsi (2 films), Harish Shankar (2 films), G. V. Sudhakar Naidu (2 films), Sreenu Vaitla (2 films), and Nidhi Prasad (2 films).







Did You Know?
Nagendra Babu is the elder brother of Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu.
He is the son of veteran Telugu actor Krishna and Indira Devi.
He is a film producer and has produced several films under his production banner, Indira Productions.
He is a former Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) in Andhra Pradesh, representing the Nandyal constituency.
He is married to Nandini and has two children, Ashok Galla and Niharika Galla.
Legacy & Influence
Nagendra Babu, primarily known as a Telugu film actor and producer, has carved a distinct niche in Indian cinema through a career spanning several decades. While often recognized in the public eye as the elder brother of superstar Mahesh Babu, Nagendra Babu has established his own identity through a consistent body of work, characterized by versatile supporting roles and a steady presence in the industry. His career trajectory shows an interesting evolution from early roles in the late 1980s and 1990s, such as in 'Kondaveeti Donga' (1990), to more recent impactful performances in films like 'Godse' (2022) and 'Peddha Kapu - 1' (2023). This longevity itself is a testament to his adaptability and dedication to the craft. Beyond acting, his significant contribution comes through his role as a producer and his involvement in film production, which has supported various projects within the Telugu film ecosystem. He is known for portraying a range of characters, often bringing gravitas to pivotal roles in socio-political dramas and action films, thereby enriching the narrative depth of the projects he is involved in. His work, particularly in later years, has been appreciated for its earnestness and ability to hold audience attention in ensemble casts. While not necessarily a headline-grabbing star, his sustained presence and reliable performances have made him a respected figure among peers and a familiar face for audiences, contributing to the fabric of Telugu cinema through both artistic and behind-the-scenes efforts.