Nani Age, Wiki and Bio

Nani

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Film Producer, Film Director, TV Presenter
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth24/02/1984
Age40 years
BirthplaceHyderabad, Andhra Pradesh (now Telangana)

Bio/Wiki

Real NameGhanta Naveen Babu
Name EarnedNatural Star of Tollywood

Physical Stats & More

Height178 cm
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

EducationGraduation
School
  • St. Alphonsa’s High School, Hyderabad
  • Narayana Junior College, Sanjeeva Reddy Nagar, Hyderabad (intermediate)
College/UniversityWesley Degree College, Secunderabad, Telangana

Personal Life

Date of Birth24 February 1984 (Friday)
BirthplaceHyderabad, Andhra Pradesh (now Telangana)
Zodiac SignPisces
HometownHyderabad, Andhra Pradesh (now Telangana)

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsAnjana Yelavarthy (software engineer and blogger)
Marriage Date27 October 2012
Marriage PlaceA resort in Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam

Family

FatherRambabu Ghanta (businessman)
MotherVijayalakshmi Ghanta (pharmacist)
SiblingsDeepthi Ghanta (film producer)
SpouseAnjana Yelavarthy
ChildrenArjun Ghanta (born in 2017)

Career

Debut
  • Film (Telugu; As an actor): ‘Ashta Chamma’ (2008) as Rambabu/Mahesh
  • Film (Tamil; As an actor): 'Veppam’ (2011) as Karthik
  • Film (Telugu; As a co-producer): ‘D for Dopidi’ (2013)
Awards
  • Vijay Awards: 2011 - Best Debut Actor Tamil film Veppam
  • South Indian International Movie Awards: 2012 - Rising Male Hero for Telugu-Tamil film Eega
  • South Indian International Movie Awards: 2015 - Best Actor for Telugu film Bhale Bhale Magadivoy
  • Toronto After Dark: 2012 - Best Hero for Telugu-Tamil film Eega
  • Nandi Awards: 2013 - Best Actor for Telugu film Yeto Vellipoyindhi Manasu
  • Nandi Awards: 2016 - Special Jury Award for Telugu film Gentleman
  • Zee Cinemalu Awards: 2017 - Boy Next Door for Telugu film Krishna Gaadi Veera Prema Gaadha
  • Zee Cinemalu Awards: 2017 - Golden Star of the Year for Telugu film Krishna Gaadi Veera Prema Gaadha
  • Filmfare Awards South: 2016 - Critics Award for Best Actor for Telugu film Bhale Bhale Magadivoy (2015)
  • TSR-TV9 National Film Awards: 2017 - Special Jury Award for Telugu film Gentleman
  • Zee Cine Awards Telugu: 2020 - Favorite Actor of the Year – Male for Telugu film Jersey
  • Critics Choice Film Awards: 2020 - Best Actor - Male for Telugu film Jersey
  • South Indian International Movie Awards: 2021 - Best Actor (Critics) for Telugu film Jersey
  • South Indian International Movie Awards: 2021 - Entertainer of the Year for Telugu films Jersey & Gang Leader
Filmography
  • Ride (2009)
  • Snehituda… (2009)
  • Bheemili Kabaddi Jattu (2010)
  • Yeto Vellipoyindhi Manasu (2012)
  • Bhale Bhale Magadivoy (2015)
  • Gentleman (2016)
  • Ninnu Kori (2017)
  • Middle Class Abbayi (2017)
  • Jersey (2019)
  • V (2020)
  • Truck Jagadish (2021)
  • Ante Sundaraniki (2022)
TV Shows
  • Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu Season 2 (2015)
  • Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu Season 4 (2018)
Host
  • 2nd IIFA Utsavam in 2017
  • Bigg Boss Telugu Season 2 in 2018
Producer
  • Awe (co-producer; 2018)
  • HIT: The First Case (producer; 2020)
  • HIT: The Second Case (producer; 2022)
  • Meet Cute (2022)

Favourites

Film Director(s)
  • Mani Ratnam
  • Kamal Haasan
Food
  • Idli Sambar
  • Khichdi
Actor(s)
  • Chiranjeevi
  • Prabhas
  • Ravi Teja
Actress(es)
  • Sridevi
  • Keerthy Suresh
Film(s)
  • The Hangover (2009)
  • Life of Pi (2012)
  • Galipatam (2014)
Song“Bhale Bhale Magadivoy” from the film ‘Maro Charitra’ (1978)
Music DirectorIlaiyaraaja
SportCricket
ColourWhite
Fashion BrandZara
Travel Destination(s)
  • Tirumala in India
  • Australia

Some Lesser Known Facts

Nani is a multitalented Indian actor, film director, TV presenter, and film producer.
He hails from Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh (now Telangana) where he was born and raised.
Nani's fondness for films blossomed during his college days and he started by assisting his uncle, Anil, a film producer, as a clap director.
Before venturing into the Telugu film industry, Nani adopted his nickname as his screen name.
Initially, Nani gained experience as an assistant director in various Telugu films, including 'Allari Bullodu' (2005), 'Astram' (2006), and 'Dhee' (2007).
Nani's career took a turn when he worked as a radio jockey for 'Nonstop Nani' on the radio station 'World Space Satellite' in Visakhapatnam.
Notably, Nani got his debut acting role in the Telugu film 'Ashta Chamma' (2008) after being spotted by director Mohan Krishna Indraganti in a TV commercial.
Nani achieved immense popularity with the film 'Eega' (2012) and has starred in other successful films like 'Bhale Bhale Magadivoy' (2015) and 'Ninnu Kori' (2017).
He has made appearances on TV shows like 'Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu' and has hosted events such as the 2nd IIFA Utsavam and Bigg Boss Telugu Season 2.
His role in the film 'Jersey' (2019) was well-received, leading to increased acclaim for his portrayal of Arjun in the movie.
Nani's career diversification includes voice dubbing in the Telugu version of 'The Lion King' and production roles in films like 'HIT: The First Case' and 'Meet Cute.'
Apart from his professional endeavors, Nani is known for his love for his pet dog Subbu, his spiritual inclinations, and his admiration for Kamal Haasan.
Nani has been acknowledged by platforms like 'Film Companion' and featured on magazine covers for his outstanding performances in the industry.
In personal moments, Nani enjoys drinking red wine during social gatherings but reportedly struggles with a smoking habit.