Jr NTR, whose full name is Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr., is a prominent Indian actor, playback singer, and television personality. Jr NTR was born on May 20, 1983, in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. He comes from a highly influential and illustrious film family, as Jr NTR is the grandson of the legendary Telugu actor and politician, Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR), and the son of actor and politician Nandamuri Harikrishna.
Wiki/Overview
Full Name: | Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr. |
Nick Name: | Jr NTR, Tarak, Tiger, NTR |
Profession: | Actor, Singer |
Known For: | Playing in RRR |
Date of Birth: | 20 May 1983 |
Age (as in 2023): | 39 years old |
Place of Birth: | Hyderabad, Telangana |
Father: | Nandamuri Harikrishna |
Mother: | Shalini Bhaskar Rao |
Spouse: | Lakshmi Pranathi |
Education: | Graduate |
Alma Mater: | St. Mary’s College, Hyderabad |
Organization: | N/A |
Residence: | Hyderabad |
Hometown: | N/A |
Nationality: | Indian |
Religion: | Hinduism |
Height: | 5’9” |
Weight: | 78 kg |
Zodiac Sign: | Hyderabad |
Early Life
Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr. Also Known as Jr NTR was born on 20 May 1983 his upbringing happened in Hyderabad. Jr NTR was from a prominent film and political family. Since childhood, Jr NTR had a keen interest in acting and dancing. He started his acting career as a child artist at the age of 10 with the film “Brahmarshi Viswamitra” (1991), where he played the role of Lord Rama.
Education
Jr NTR completed his schooling at Vidyaranya High School in Hyderabad, Telangana. After completing his schooling, he pursued his intermediate education at St. Mary’s College in Hyderabad. However, due to his acting career, he could not continue his higher education and had to drop out of college.
Career
Rama Rao wanted to become an actor since childhood. His career in acting began when he was in 10th and Rama Rao did his first film. Later on, NTR focused on his acting career and worked hard to establish himself as one of the leading actors in the Telugu film industry. Despite not pursuing higher education, Jr NTR is known for his intelligence and wit, and he often impresses his fans with his knowledge and eloquence.
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Family & Affairs
Nandamuri Harikrishna, a politician and performer in films, and Shalini Bhaskar Rao welcomed Rama Rao into the world on May 20, 1983. Jr NTR’s father, who is of Telugu ancestry, was born and raised in Andhra Pradesh’s Krishna district in Nimmakuru. His mother is a Kundapur, Karnataka-born Kannadiga. Jr NTR is the grandson of N. T. Rama Rao, a Telugu actor and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. He was originally given the name Tarak, but his grandpa suggested changing it to N. T. Rama Rao.
Jr NTR married Lakshmi Pranathi on 5 May 2011 in Hyderabad. Lakshmi Pranathi is the daughter of the well-known businessman Narne Srinivasa Rao. The couple together have two sons.
Appearance
Jr NTR is around 5 feet 6 inches tall and has a muscular build. He often sports a short, well-groomed beard and has a thick head of hair that he usually styles in a neat, trendy haircut. Jr NTR’s eyes are dark brown and have a charming smile.
Money Factor
Net Worth: | N/A |
Salary / Income: | N/A |
Achievement
Jr NTR has received several awards and accolades for his performances, including Five Nandi awards, three Filmfare awards for best actor, eight CineMAA Awards, five Santosham Film Awards, and four South Indian International Movie Awards.
Trivia & Facts
- Coincidence in Jr NTR family is that his step-grandmother, stepmother and his wife have the same name.
- Jr NTR is well-trained in Kuchipudi dance.
- For the film Yamadonga Jr NTR lost weights around 20 kgs.
- Jr NTR was the first choice for some of the blockbuster films which also include ‘Kick’ but he declined the offers because he was busy.
- Besides India Jr NTR has a tremendous fan following in Japan.
Social Connect
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