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Akkineni Nageswara Rao was an Indian film actor, producer, and director, known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema. He was one of the most prominent figures in the history of Indian cinema. He was popularly known as "ANR". He was the recipient of three National Film Awards, nine state Nandi Awards, and five Filmfare Awards South. He was also honored with the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian honor, for his contribution to Indian cinema. Akkineni Nageswara Rao started his career as a stage actor in the 1940s. He made his film debut in 1947 with the Telugu film, Mana Desam. He went on to act in over 255 films in a career spanning over six decades. He was known for his roles in films such as Devadasu (1953), Mayabazar (1957), and Gundamma Katha (1962). He also produced and directed several films, including the critically acclaimed Bhakta Prahlada (1967). Akkineni Nageswara Rao was married to Annapurna Akkineni and had four children, including actor Nagarjuna Akkineni. He died on 22 January 2014, at the age of 91.

Popular As Akkineni Nageswara Rao
Occupation actor,producer,miscellaneous
Age 91 years old
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Born 20 September 1923
Birthday 20 September
Birthplace Venkataraghavapuram, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, India
Date of death 22 January, 2014
Died Place Hyderabad, India
Nationality India

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Akkineni Nageshwara Rao Height, Weight & Measurements

At 91 years old, Akkineni Nageshwara Rao height is 5' 4½" (1.64 m) .

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Height 5' 4½" (1.64 m)
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Who Is Akkineni Nageshwara Rao's Wife?

His wife is Annapurna Akkineni (18 February 1949 - 28 December 2011) ( her death) ( 5 children)

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Wife Annapurna Akkineni (18 February 1949 - 28 December 2011) ( her death) ( 5 children)
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Akkineni Nageshwara Rao Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Akkineni Nageshwara Rao worth at the age of 91 years old? Akkineni Nageshwara Rao’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from India. We have estimated Akkineni Nageshwara Rao's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1989

Was awarded the prestigious Raghupathy Venkaiah award by the State Government of Andhra Pradesh for his outstanding contribution to Telugu cinema in 1989.

1983

He was an actor and producer, known for Meghasandesam (1983), Laila Majnu (1949) and Aatma Bandhuvulu (1987). He was married to Annapurna Akkineni.

1975

He helped relocate the Telugu film industry from its former base in Madras (now Chennai) to Hyderabad. He built his own movie studio in 1975, naming it Annapurna Studios after his wife. His move spurred several Telugu film studios to relocate to Hyderabad, which now is home to the second biggest film industry in India, behind Bollywood.

1923

Akkineni Nageshwara Rao was born on September 20, 1923 in Venkataraghavapuram, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, India as Akkineni Nageswara Rao.