Shekar Basha Age, Wiki and Bio

Shekar Basha

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Director, Television Presenter, Radio Jockey
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth06/07/1982
Age42 years
BirthplaceTelangana, Andhra Pradesh

Bio/Wiki

Birth NameGudimella Raja Sekhar
Zodiac signCancer
HometownTelangana, Andhra Pradesh

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 9" (175 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

DegreeBachelor of Engineering (Computer Science)
InstitutionUniversity of Mysore, Mysuru
Duration1999-2003
Additional CourseRadio Jockey Course at Mudra Institute of Communications (MICA), Ahmadabad

Personal Life

Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Career

OverviewShekar Basha initiated his career in the media as a video jockey and has since made a name for himself in various fields, including acting, directing, and radio jockeying.
Highlights
  • Began his journey on 10 April 2005 as a video jockey on the Telugu music channel Gemini Music.
  • Hosted over 3,000 live shows, gaining popularity through shows like 'Hi Bujji' and 'SundayHum-Sandeham'.
  • Worked with various radio stations, notably Red FM 93.5, where he popularized the phrase 'kevvu keka'.
  • Seamlessly transitioned to television, acting in the film 'Welcome Obama' (2013) and directing 'Vethika Nenu Naa Ishtamga'.
  • Recognized with numerous awards, including the 'Best Program of the Year' at the India Radio Forum.

Some Lesser Known Facts

Shekar's program 'Big Sandadi' earned the title of 'Best Radio Show of the Year' in 2008.
He hosted a 100-hour radio show in 2008 to promote peace during high-alert conditions in Hyderabad.
His innovative show formats and interactive style have garnered him the title 'the original radio guru'.
Active participant in community causes, hosting shows to raise awareness about plastic waste.