Rana Daggubati, a prominent figure in Indian cinema, is not just an actor but also a successful producer. His contributions span Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi films, solidifying his place in the industry.
Biography/Wiki
Born on December 14, 1984, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Rana Daggubati (age 39 as of 2023) received his early education at The Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet. He briefly pursued a B.Com degree before switching to Industrial Photography at the Chennai Film School.
Physical Appearance
- Height: 6′ 2″
- Weight: 100kg
- Body Measurements: 46″ chest, 35″ waist, 18.5″ biceps
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family, Caste & Girlfriend
Hailing from the renowned Daggubati-Akkineni family, Rana’s lineage is deeply rooted in Telugu cinema. His grandfather was the esteemed producer Daggubati Ramanaidu. His father, Daggubati Suresh Babu, is a film producer, and his mother, Lakshmi Daggubati, is a homemaker.
He has a younger brother, Abhiram Daggubati, and a younger sister, Malavika Daggubati. His paternal uncle, Venkatesh, and cousin, Naga Chaitanya, are also well-known actors.
His personal life has garnered media attention. After a college relationship that ended, and a publicized romance with actress Trisha Krishnan, he married Miheeka Bajaj, an interior designer, on August 8, 2020.
Career
Rana’s fascination with cinema led him to begin his career in 2004, producing the film Bommalata. His acting debut came in 2010 with the Telugu film Leader, followed by his Bollywood entry with Dum Maro Dum (2011). His role in the blockbuster Baahubali further cemented his success.
Awards and recognition include being voted among the “Most Desirable Men” in India by The Times of India and winning accolades for both acting and production.
Controversies
Rana has faced some controversies. A Twitter spat with actor Vikram in 2013 and a land dispute with a businessman in 2023 involving his father, D. Suresh Babu, have drawn media attention. In 2023, comments about a co-star’s on-set behavior led to a public apology.
Favourites
- Actors: Kamal Hassan, Akshay Kumar
- Actress: Katrina Kaif
- Food: Haleem, Biryani, Sashimi, Sushi, Chicken Afghani, Chicken Pakistani, Talawa Gosht
- Movies: Piku, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, 3 Idiots, PK, A Wednesday, Bangalore Days
- Director: Rajkumar Hirani
- Restaurant: Pista House in Hyderabad
Facts
- Overcame childhood blindness in his right eye.
- Ram Charan was his classmate.
- Close friends with Ram Charan and Allu Arjun, and Prabhas (from Baahubali).
- Trained in acting, stunts, and martial arts.
- Hobbies include photography, boxing, diving, and cooking.
- Owns a Mercedes Benz SUV.
- Worked in visual effects before acting.
- Co-produced the National Award-winning film A Belly Full of Dreams.
