Nandamuri Balakrishna

Nandamuri Balakrishna is an Indian film actor and politician, known for his works exclusively in the Telugu cinema. He is the sixth son of Telugu matinee idol and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. T. Rama Rao. He entered the film industry as a child artist at the age of 14 with the film Tatamma Kala. In a film career spanning 40 years he has acted in over ninety eight films, in a variety of roles. Balakrishna has received two state Nandi Awards, and the South Indian International Movie Award for best acting. Balakrishna was the guest of honour at the 43rd International Film Festival of India. He is famous for his roles in over the top action movies.