Naga Babu
Naga Babu is an Indian actor, best known for Tamil cinema. Naga Babu began their career in 2013 and has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 13 years. With 30 credits to their name, Naga Babu remains one of the most prolific and celebrated talents in the industry. An emerging voice in Tamil cinema, Naga Babu is already attracting significant attention for their distinctive work.
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Biography
Nagendra Babu (Naga Babu), born Konidela Nagendra Rao, is a Telugu cinema actor and film producer from the Konidela family, brother of megastar Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan, and father of actors Varun Tej and Niharika Konidela. He debuted as an actor in 1986 with Rakshasudu and as a producer with Rudraveena (1988) under Anjana Productions, winning one National Film Award and two Nandi Awards for his production work. He has appeared in supporting roles across numerous Tollywood films, including playing investigative journalist Raghuram in Shadow (2013) alongside Venkatesh, and roles in Okkadine (2013) and Telugabbai (2013). Since 2025, he has also served as a Member of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council, representing the Janasena Party.
Career Milestones
Film acting debut
Debut as film producer with Rudraveena, winning National Film Award
Won Nandi Award for production work
Began hosting/judging popular Telugu comedy show Jabardasth
Appeared in Okkadine as Sreenu Mama, a notable character role
View film →Defining Moments
Villain turn in early career films where he played menacing antagonists, establishing his range as an actor capable of both comedy and serious dramatic roles
His early villain roles in the late 1980s and 1990s established his credibility as a character actor beyond being merely known as Chiranjeevi's brother
Raghuram's murder after his investigation evidence is discovered by the antagonist Nana Bhai — his death becomes the emotional catalyst for the protagonist's entire revenge mission
One of his most dramatically impactful roles; his character's sacrifice drives the entire narrative of the film and showcased his ability to anchor a film's emotional core in a supporting capacity
View film →Sreenu Mama role providing comic relief and emotional grounding as the protagonist's uncle figure, blending humor with warmth
Demonstrated his versatility in balancing comedy with emotional support roles, a hallmark of his supporting character work in Telugu cinema
View film →Long-running presence as a judge/anchor on the popular comedy reality show Jabardasth, where his witty commentary and reactions became widely shared and quoted
Brought him mainstream household recognition beyond films; his reactions and one-liners became viral moments that cemented his comedic persona with mass Telugu audiences
Naga Babu by the Numbers
If you watched every Naga Babu film back-to-back, you'd be at it for roughly 7 hours. Most-paired with M. S. Narayana — 2 films together.
Filmography
See all 30 credits →
Collaboration Network
Career Analytics
Language Distribution
Films by Decade
Top Co-Actors
See all →Naga Babu has worked most frequently with M. S. Narayana (2 films).
Did You Know?
Naga Babu is the elder brother of renowned Telugu actor and politician Chiranjeevi.
He is also the brother of actor Pawan Kalyan, a major star in Telugu cinema.
Naga Babu is a film producer and has produced several films under the Anjana Productions banner.
He is known for his work as a dubbing artist, providing his voice for many films.
He is the father of actor Varun Tej, who works in Telugu cinema.
Legacy & Influence
Naga Babu, born as Naga Ghattamaneni, is a significant figure in Telugu cinema, primarily recognized as a producer, actor, and the brother of the legendary actor Chiranjeevi. His career trajectory is marked by a strategic shift from acting to production and film distribution, where his most substantial contributions lie. As a co-founder of the production and distribution company Anjana Productions, he has been instrumental behind the scenes in the Telugu film industry. While his acting roles, often in supporting or character parts, have been steady, his legacy is more profoundly defined by his entrepreneurial role in film business and his unwavering support for his family's cinematic endeavors. He played a crucial part in the production and distribution of several major films starring his brothers Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan, contributing to the commercial ecosystem that supports star-driven Telugu cinema. His work has helped facilitate large-scale projects and navigate the industry's distribution networks. Furthermore, his public presence and family affiliation have made him a recognizable and respected personality within the industry circles, often seen as a stabilizing and supportive figure for the prolific Ghattamaneni family's film activities. His contributions, therefore, extend beyond the screen into the vital commercial infrastructure that sustains regional cinema.