Chiranjeevi is an actor who has ruled the hearts of millions of fans by his outstanding performances. He was one of the south actors who earned the name and fame in not only in India but also at the international level. On the occasion of his birthday, we bring you 9 interesting facts about him which you would like to know.

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1. ‘Konidela Siva Sankara Vara Prasad’ is the original name of Chiranjeevi.

2. Chiranjeevi made debut as TV host with the fourth season of Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu.

3. He was the highest paid actors India actor.

4. Chiranjeevi also started a political party Praja Rajyam in Andhra Pradesh in 2008.

5. He also received the prestigious Padma Bhushan in the year 2006. He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Andhra University.

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6. His two films Swayam Krushi and pasivadi pranam were dubbed in Russian. He also won Southern Filmfare Award for Best Actor for seven years

7.  He was the first ever Indian actor to start a website if his own

8. Only Telugu hero apart from Chiranjeevi had 20 direct 100 days films on title roles

9. His is the first south Indian star who received an invitation to the Oscars.

On the occasion of his birthday, we wish Chiranjeevi a very happy birthday and lots of success and happiness.