Rana Daggubati, the hardworking hero, has always been driven to prove himself in the film industry. He has never been afraid to take on diverse roles, regardless of language, in his quest to establish himself as a talented actor. Before entering the film industry, Rana won a Nandi Award for providing Best VFX for Mahesh Babu's film, Sainikudu. He also owned a VFX Studio, showcasing his passion for filmmaking.
Rise to Fame
Rana made his acting debut with Sekhar Kammula's directorial, Leader, in 2010. This political film introduced Rana to the audiences, and his unique voice became one of his distinctive features. He then debuted in Hindi with Dum Maaro Dum in 2011, earning critical acclaim for his screen presence and performance. Although he faced a tough time with continuous failures between 2011 and 2012, Rana's perseverance and dedication to his craft ultimately paid off.
Career-Defining Films and Recent Projects
Rana's career-defining film, Baahubali, released in 2015, where he played the role of an antagonist, Bhallala Deva. His performance earned him immense name and fame, and his character became widely popular. He then went on to play key roles in films like Rudramadevi, Bangalore Naatkal, and Ghazi. Rana's Nene Raju Raju Nene Mantri became a box office success, and he also reprised the role of Andhra Pradesh former chief minister Nara Chandra Babu Naidu in the biopic NTR.
Current Projects
Rana Daggubati has also ventured into the OTT space with the Netflix series Rana Naidu, alongside his uncle Venkatesh. Currently, he is working on The Rana Daggubati Show for Amazon Prime. On his birthday, CineJosh wishes Rana Daggubati a happy birthday and many more successful years in the film industry.