Bokkala Kishore Kumar, famously known as Vennela Kishore, is a celebrated Tollywood actor renowned for his comedic roles. His career took off after his debut film, aptly titled “Vennela,” in 2005, leading to his popular moniker.
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Born on Friday, September 19, 1980, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Vennela Kishore (age 43 as of 2023) is a Virgo. He completed his schooling at Jeevadan Convent High School in Telangana. Following this, he earned a commerce degree and later a Master’s in Information Systems from Ferris State University, Michigan, USA. His professional experience includes a stint as a software quality engineer in the United States before pursuing his acting career.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 8″
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Black
Family, Caste & Wife
Vennela Kishore hails from a South Indian Hindu family. He has four older sisters. He’s openly expressed gratitude for the unwavering support of his parents, wife, and in-laws throughout his acting journey. He is married.
Career
His acting debut was in the 2005 film “Vennela.” His comedic talent quickly gained recognition from critics and audiences alike. He’s considered one of South India’s top comedians. Some of his notable films include:
- Bindaas (2010)
- Inkosaari (2010)
- Pilla Zamindar (2011)
- Daruvu (2012)
- Baadshah (2013)
- Neevevaro (2018)
- N.T.R: Kathanayakudu (2019)
- Saaho (2019) – a trilingual film also starring Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor
He also ventured into directing with two South Indian films, “Vennela 1½” and “Jaffa,” although these didn’t achieve significant box office success.
Awards & Honours
Vennela Kishore’s talent has been recognized with prestigious awards:
- Nandi Award: Best Comedian, Inkosaari (2010)
- IIFA Utsvam Award: Best Comedian, Bale Bale Magadivoy (2015)
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Favourite Things
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Pasta, Pizza, Coffee |
| Actor(s) | Rajinikanth, Brahmanandam |
| Singer | Mani Sharma |
| Colour(s) | Black, Grey |
| Director | Kortala Shiva |
Facts
His hobbies include watching movies, playing cricket, and snooker. He’s often compared to the legendary South Indian comedian Brahmanandam, and cites Johnny Lever and Rowan Atkinson as comedic inspirations. In 2008, he made the significant decision to leave his job in the USA and return to India to pursue his acting career full-time.
