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| caption = Brahmanandam at the [[World Telugu Conference]], 2017 |
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| birth_name = Kanneganti Brahmanandam |
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| occupation = {{hlist|Actor|comedian|director}} |
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| yearsactive = 1985–present |
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| spouse = Lakshmi |
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'''Kanneganti Brahmanandam''' (born 1 February 1956), known [[mononym]]ously as '''Brahmanandam''', is an Indian actor, comedian, [[impersonator]], and voice actor known for his works predominantly in [[Telugu cinema]].<ref>{{Cite news|last=Rajpal|first=Roktim|date=2022-02-01|title=Birthday Special: 4 Reasons Why Brahmanandam is Telugu Cinema's Undisputed 'Comedy King'|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/birthday-special-4-reasons-why-brahmanandam-is-telugu-cinemas-undisputed-comedy-king-1076730.html|access-date=2022-02-01|website=Deccan Herald|language=en|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220202005134/https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/birthday-special-4-reasons-why-brahmanandam-is-telugu-cinemas-undisputed-comedy-king-1076730.html|archive-date=2022-02-02}}</ref> He is particularly known for his comic performances.<ref>{{cite news |last=Narasimham |first=M.L. |date=22 August 2011 |title=It's a mad mad comedy |work=The Hindu |location=Chennai, India |url=http://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/metroplus/article2383392.ece |url-status=live |access-date=20 September 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110830121943/http://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/metroplus/article2383392.ece |archive-date=30 August 2011 |df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |date=18 May 2011 |title=Brahmanandam felicitated |work=[[The Times of India]] |url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-05-18/regional/29555329_1_films-brahmanandam-nagarjuna |url-status=dead |access-date=20 September 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120927184552/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-05-18/regional/29555329_1_films-brahmanandam-nagarjuna |archive-date=27 September 2012}}</ref> He holds the [[Guinness World Records|Guinness World Record]] for the most screen credits for a living actor, appearing in over 1000 films to date.<ref name="guinnessworldrecords">{{cite web |title=Most screen credits for a living actor more than 950 |url=http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/records-3000/most-screen-credits-for-a-living-actor/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120117053522/http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/records-3000/most-screen-credits-for-a-living-actor |archive-date=17 January 2012 |access-date=2014-01-25 |publisher=[[Guinness World Records]] |df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref name="timesofindia.indiatimes.com">[http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/Brahmanandam-breaks-1000-film-record/articleshow/46055975.cms Brahmanandam breaks 1000 film record] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150202085722/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/Brahmanandam-breaks-1000-film-record/articleshow/46055975.cms |date=2 February 2015 }} - ''The Times of India'' Dated 29 January 2015 Retrieved 10 February 2015</ref><ref>{{Cite news |author=Anjali Muthanna |date=December 5, 2013 |title=Guinness World Record holder Brahmanandam in Ninnindale |newspaper=The Times of India |
'''Kanneganti Brahmanandam''' (born 1 February 1956), known [[mononym]]ously as '''Brahmanandam''', is an Indian actor, comedian, [[impersonator]], and voice actor known for his works predominantly in [[Telugu cinema]].<ref>{{Cite news|last=Rajpal|first=Roktim|date=2022-02-01|title=Birthday Special: 4 Reasons Why Brahmanandam is Telugu Cinema's Undisputed 'Comedy King'|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/birthday-special-4-reasons-why-brahmanandam-is-telugu-cinemas-undisputed-comedy-king-1076730.html|access-date=2022-02-01|website=Deccan Herald|language=en|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220202005134/https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/birthday-special-4-reasons-why-brahmanandam-is-telugu-cinemas-undisputed-comedy-king-1076730.html|archive-date=2022-02-02}}</ref> He is particularly known for his comic performances.<ref>{{cite news |last=Narasimham |first=M.L. |date=22 August 2011 |title=It's a mad mad comedy |work=The Hindu |location=Chennai, India |url=http://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/metroplus/article2383392.ece |url-status=live |access-date=20 September 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110830121943/http://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/metroplus/article2383392.ece |archive-date=30 August 2011 |df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |date=18 May 2011 |title=Brahmanandam felicitated |work=[[The Times of India]] |url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-05-18/regional/29555329_1_films-brahmanandam-nagarjuna |url-status=dead |access-date=20 September 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120927184552/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-05-18/regional/29555329_1_films-brahmanandam-nagarjuna |archive-date=27 September 2012}}</ref> He holds the [[Guinness World Records|Guinness World Record]] for the most screen credits for a living actor, appearing in over 1000 films to date.<ref name="guinnessworldrecords">{{cite web |title=Most screen credits for a living actor more than 950 |date=24 June 2010 |url=http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/records-3000/most-screen-credits-for-a-living-actor/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120117053522/http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/records-3000/most-screen-credits-for-a-living-actor |archive-date=17 January 2012 |access-date=2014-01-25 |publisher=[[Guinness World Records]] |df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref name="timesofindia.indiatimes.com">[http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/Brahmanandam-breaks-1000-film-record/articleshow/46055975.cms Brahmanandam breaks 1000 film record] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150202085722/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/Brahmanandam-breaks-1000-film-record/articleshow/46055975.cms |date=2 February 2015 }} - ''The Times of India'' Dated 29 January 2015 Retrieved 10 February 2015</ref><ref>{{Cite news |author=Anjali Muthanna |date=December 5, 2013 |title=Guinness World Record holder Brahmanandam in Ninnindale |newspaper=The Times of India |
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|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/Guinness-World-Record-holder-Brahmanandam-in-Ninnindale/articleshow/26915418.cms |access-date=17 December 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170901164002/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/Guinness-World-Record-holder-Brahmanandam-in-Ninnindale/articleshow/26915418.cms |archive-date=1 September 2017 |url-status=live}}</ref> He was awarded an honorary doctorate by [[Acharya Nagarjuna University]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=18 June 2009 |title=Smile, here's Brahmanandam |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2009/jun/18/smile-heres-brahmanandam-59955.html |access-date=2022-08-08 |website=The New Indian Express}}</ref> Regarded as one of the finest and highest-paid comic actors of India,<ref>{{Cite web |date=2017-06-12 |title=This Telugu comedian has assets over Rs 320 crore: reports |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/telugu/this-telugu-comedian-has-assets-over-rs-320-crore-reports-4700398/ |access-date=2022-08-08 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-02-02 |title=Check Out: Brahmi's Remuneration Per Movie |url=https://english.sakshi.com/news/tollywood/how-much-does-telugu-comedian-brahmanandam-charge-movie-whats-brahmis-net-worth |access-date=2022-08-08 |website=[[Sakshi (newspaper)|Sakshi]] |language=en}}</ref> he was honoured with the [[Padma Shri]], the fourth-highest civilian award in India, for his contribution to Film Art.<ref name="hindu">{{cite news |date=26 January 2009 |title=Front Page : List of Padma awardees 2009 |work=[[The Hindu]] |location=Chennai, India |url=http://www.hindu.com/2009/01/26/stories/2009012658391100.htm |url-status=dead |access-date=2014-01-25 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121105031545/http://www.hindu.com/2009/01/26/stories/2009012658391100.htm |archive-date=5 November 2012 |df=dmy-all}}</ref> |
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After completing his [[Master of Arts]] degree, Brahmanandam worked as a Telugu lecturer in [[Attili]] of [[West Godavari district]], [[Andhra Pradesh]]. Simultaneously, he also worked in [[theatre]] and as a mimicry artist. He made his television debut in 1985 with [[DD Saptagiri|DD Telugu]]'s ''Pakapakalu'' which received appreciation from the audience''.''<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" /><ref name=":3" /> After watching his performance in the show, director [[Jandhyala]] cast him in the film [[Aha Naa-Pellanta! (1987 film)|''Aha Naa Pellanta!'']] (1987), which became his [[breakthrough role]].<ref name=":6">{{Cite web |date=6 August 1999 |title=Rediff On The NeT: An interview with Telugu comedian Brahmanandam |url=https://m.rediff.com/movies/1999/aug/06brah.htm |access-date=2022-08-08 |website=[[Rediff]]}}</ref><ref name=":4">{{Cite web |date=2019-02-01 |title=Birthday Special! Brahmanandam: Tracing the journey of the popular comedian in Tollywood so far |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/birthday-special-brahmanandam-tracing-the-journey-of-the-popular-comedian-in-tollywood-so-far/photostory/67790174.cms |access-date=2022-08-08 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> In a career spanning over 35 years, he has |
After completing his [[Master of Arts]] degree, Brahmanandam worked as a Telugu lecturer in [[Attili]] of [[West Godavari district]], [[Andhra Pradesh]]. Simultaneously, he also worked in [[theatre]] and as a mimicry artist. He made his television debut in 1985 with [[DD Saptagiri|DD Telugu]]'s ''Pakapakalu'' which received appreciation from the audience''.''<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" /><ref name=":3" /> After watching his performance in the show, director [[Jandhyala]] cast him in the film [[Aha Naa-Pellanta! (1987 film)|''Aha Naa Pellanta!'']] (1987), which became his [[breakthrough role]].<ref name=":6">{{Cite web |date=6 August 1999 |title=Rediff On The NeT: An interview with Telugu comedian Brahmanandam |url=https://m.rediff.com/movies/1999/aug/06brah.htm |access-date=2022-08-08 |website=[[Rediff]]}}</ref><ref name=":4">{{Cite web |date=2019-02-01 |title=Birthday Special! Brahmanandam: Tracing the journey of the popular comedian in Tollywood so far |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/birthday-special-brahmanandam-tracing-the-journey-of-the-popular-comedian-in-tollywood-so-far/photostory/67790174.cms |access-date=2022-08-08 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> In a career spanning over 35 years, he has received six state [[Nandi Awards]], one [[Filmfare Awards South|Filmfare Award South]], and six [[CineMAA Awards]].<ref>{{cite news |date=14 July 2009 |title=Brain teasers with Brahmanandam |work=[[The Hindu]] |location=Chennai, India |url=http://www.hindu.com/mp/2009/07/14/stories/2009071450290100.htm |url-status=dead |access-date=20 September 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120417051617/http://www.hindu.com/mp/2009/07/14/stories/2009071450290100.htm |archive-date=17 April 2012 |df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Actor Brahmanandam gets paid Rs.3Lakhs as his daily payment... |url=http://www.jointscene.com/news/Actor-Brahmanandam-gets-paid-Rs.3Lakhs-as-his-daily-payment.../3488 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100116071023/http://jointscene.com/news/Actor-Brahmanandam-gets-paid-Rs.3Lakhs-as-his-daily-payment.../3488 |archive-date=16 January 2010 |access-date=2011-09-20 |work=www.jointscene.com |df=dmy}}</ref> |
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==Early life== |
==Early life== |
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Brahmanandam was born on 1 February 1956 in [[ |
Brahmanandam was born on 1 February 1956 in [[Chaganti Vari Palem]] village, [[Sattenapalli]], [[Andhra Pradesh]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-02-01|title= Birth village explained by Brahmandam garu|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfZu6h51R6E&t=217s|access-date=2023-03-29|website=Youtube|language=te}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-02-01|title=Birthday Special: Unknown Facts about 'Brahmanandam'|url=https://english.sakshi.com/tollywood/2020/02/01/birthday-special-unknown-facts-about-brahmanandam|access-date=2020-09-13|website=Sakshi Post|language=en}}</ref> His parents are Nagalingachari and Lakshmi Narsamma.<ref name=":4" /> His father was a carpenter and Brahmanandam was one of eight children. He completed his [[Master of Arts]] degree and joined as a Telugu [[Lecturer#India|lecturer]] in [[Attili]] of [[West Godavari district]].<ref name=":2" /> |
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== Career == |
== Career == |
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The following years he appeared in several Telugu films, of which, his performance in the films [[Vivaha Bhojanambu (1988 film)|''Vivaha Bhojanambu'']] (1988), ''[[Choopulu Kalisina Shubhavela]]'' (1988), ''[[Bandhuvulostunnaru Jagratha]]'' (1989), ''[[Muddula Mavayya]]'' (1989), ''[[Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari]]'' (1990), ''[[Bobbili Raja]]'' (1990) and ''[[Bamma Maata Bangaru Baata]]'' (1990) was well praised.<ref>{{Cite news|last=Gopalrao|first=Griddaluru|date=13 May 1988|title=వివాహ భోజనం కాదు చౌకబారు ప్లేటు భోజనం|language=te|trans-title=Not a wedding feast but a budget plate meal|pages=9|work=[[Zamin Ryot]]|url=http://www.zaminryot.com/pdf/1988/May/13-may-1988.pdf}}</ref> |
The following years he appeared in several Telugu films, of which, his performance in the films [[Vivaha Bhojanambu (1988 film)|''Vivaha Bhojanambu'']] (1988), ''[[Choopulu Kalisina Shubhavela]]'' (1988), ''[[Bandhuvulostunnaru Jagratha]]'' (1989), ''[[Muddula Mavayya]]'' (1989), ''[[Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari]]'' (1990), ''[[Bobbili Raja]]'' (1990) and ''[[Bamma Maata Bangaru Baata]]'' (1990) was well praised.<ref>{{Cite news|last=Gopalrao|first=Griddaluru|date=13 May 1988|title=వివాహ భోజనం కాదు చౌకబారు ప్లేటు భోజనం|language=te|trans-title=Not a wedding feast but a budget plate meal|pages=9|work=[[Zamin Ryot]]|url=http://www.zaminryot.com/pdf/1988/May/13-may-1988.pdf}}</ref> |
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Beginning from 1991, Brahmanandam has appeared in variety of comedic roles and a few intense roles. In 1991, he starred in major films such as ''[[Kshana Kshanam]]'' (1991) and ''[[Rowdy Alludu]]'' (1991)''.<ref name=":02">{{Cite news|last=Mannath|first=Malini|date=16 October 1992|title=Sridevi sizzles|pages=7|work=[[The Indian Express]]|url=https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=OZBlAAAAIBAJ&sjid=u54NAAAAIBAJ&pg=1226,2087793|url-status=live|access-date=21 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210924052232/https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=OZBlAAAAIBAJ&sjid=u54NAAAAIBAJ&pg=1226%2C2087793|archive-date=24 September 2021}}</ref>'' ''[[The Times of India]]'' considered the films ''[[Chitram Bhalare Vichitram]]'' (1991), ''[[Jamba Lakidi Pamba]]'' (1992), and ''[[Yamaleela]]'' (1994) as the films that one can never get bored of. Brahmanandam has appeared in each of these, with him being considered as one of the main reasons for these films to be successful.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-03-24|title=5 Telugu movies that you can never get bored, no matter how many times you watch them|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/5-telugu-movies-that-you-can-never-get-bored-no-matter-how-many-times-you-watch-them/photostory/74777949.cms|access-date=2022-02-07|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> In 1992, he has played the lead role in ''[[Babai Hotel]]'' for the first time.<ref>{{Cite news|last=Chowdhary|first=Y. Sunita|date=2017-01-04|title=Should they or shouldn't they?|language=en-IN|work=The Hindu|url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/Should-they-or-shouldn%E2%80%99t-they/article16987350.ece|access-date=2021-02-24|issn=0971-751X}}</ref> |
Beginning from 1991, Brahmanandam has appeared in variety of comedic roles and a few intense roles. In 1991, he starred in major films such as ''[[Kshana Kshanam]]'' (1991) and ''[[Rowdy Alludu]]'' (1991)''.<ref name=":02">{{Cite news|last=Mannath|first=Malini|date=16 October 1992|title=Sridevi sizzles|pages=7|work=[[The Indian Express]]|url=https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=OZBlAAAAIBAJ&sjid=u54NAAAAIBAJ&pg=1226,2087793|url-status=live|access-date=21 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210924052232/https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=OZBlAAAAIBAJ&sjid=u54NAAAAIBAJ&pg=1226%2C2087793|archive-date=24 September 2021}}</ref>'' ''[[The Times of India]]'' considered the films ''[[Chitram Bhalare Vichitram]]'' (1991), ''[[Jamba Lakidi Pamba (1992 film)|Jamba Lakidi Pamba]]'' (1992), and ''[[Yamaleela]]'' (1994) as the films that one can never get bored of. Brahmanandam has appeared in each of these, with him being considered as one of the main reasons for these films to be successful.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-03-24|title=5 Telugu movies that you can never get bored, no matter how many times you watch them|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/5-telugu-movies-that-you-can-never-get-bored-no-matter-how-many-times-you-watch-them/photostory/74777949.cms|access-date=2022-02-07|website=The Times of India|language=en}}</ref> In 1992, he has played the lead role in ''[[Babai Hotel]]'' for the first time.<ref>{{Cite news|last=Chowdhary|first=Y. Sunita|date=2017-01-04|title=Should they or shouldn't they?|language=en-IN|work=The Hindu|url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/Should-they-or-shouldn%E2%80%99t-they/article16987350.ece|access-date=2021-02-24|issn=0971-751X}}</ref> |
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He won his first major award{{Em dash}}[[Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian]] for his performance as Khan Dada in the film ''[[Money (1993 film)|Money]]'' (1993).<ref name=":0" /> Following the success of the film, a sequel to it, [[Money Money (film)|''Money Money'']] (1994) was also produced, in which Brahmanandam reprised his role. Griddaluru Gopalrao of ''[[Zamin Ryot]]'' in his review of the film [[Hello Brother (1994 film)|''Hello Brother'']] (1994) praised Brahmanandam's role and his performance.<ref>{{Cite news|last=Gopalrao|first=Griddaluru|date=6 May 1994|title=సరదా సరదా హాస్యం నరాలు మెలిపెట్టె శృంగారం: హలో బ్రదర్|language=te|pages=9|work=[[Zamin Ryot]]|url=http://www.zaminryot.com/pdf/1994/May/6-may-1994.pdf}}</ref> His further successful films of the following years include ''[[Alluda Majaka]]'' (1995), ''[[Intlo Illalu Vantintlo Priyuralu]]'' (1996), ''[[Bombay Priyudu]]'' (1996), ''[[Anaganaga Oka Roju]]'' (1997), ''[[Muddula Mogudu (1997 film)|Muddula Mogudu]]'' (1997), ''[[Bavagaru Bagunnara?]]'' (1998), ''[[Aavida Maa Aavide]]'' (1998), ''[[ |
He won his first major award{{Em dash}}[[Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian]] for his performance as Khan Dada in the film ''[[Money (1993 film)|Money]]'' (1993).<ref name=":0" /> Following the success of the film, a sequel to it, [[Money Money (film)|''Money Money'']] (1994) was also produced, in which Brahmanandam reprised his role. Griddaluru Gopalrao of ''[[Zamin Ryot]]'' in his review of the film [[Hello Brother (1994 film)|''Hello Brother'']] (1994) praised Brahmanandam's role and his performance.<ref>{{Cite news|last=Gopalrao|first=Griddaluru|date=6 May 1994|title=సరదా సరదా హాస్యం నరాలు మెలిపెట్టె శృంగారం: హలో బ్రదర్|language=te|pages=9|work=[[Zamin Ryot]]|url=http://www.zaminryot.com/pdf/1994/May/6-may-1994.pdf}}</ref> His further successful films of the following years include ''[[Alluda Majaka]]'' (1995), ''[[Intlo Illalu Vantintlo Priyuralu]]'' (1996), ''[[Bombay Priyudu]]'' (1996), ''[[Anaganaga Oka Roju]]'' (1997), ''[[Muddula Mogudu (1997 film)|Muddula Mogudu]]'' (1997), ''[[Bavagaru Bagunnara?]]'' (1998), ''[[Aavida Maa Aavide]]'' (1998), ''[[Thammudu]]'' (1999), ''[[Kshemamga Velli Labhamga Randi]]'' (2000), ''[[Jayam Manade Raa]]'' (2000), ''[[Kalisundam Raa]]'' (2000), and ''[[Ammo! Okato Tareekhu]]'' (2000). |
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At a felicitation ceremony in January 2008, he listed the following films as his top 11 films {{Em dash}} ''Aha Naa Pellanta!'' (1987), ''Vivaha Bhojanambu'' (1988), ''Chitram Bhalare Vichitram'' (1991), ''Pattukondi Chuddam'' (1997), ''Money'' (1993), ''Anaganaga Oka Roju'' (1997), ''[[Anna (1994 film)|Anna]]'' (1994), ''Amma'' (1991), ''Bavagaru Bagunnara?'' (1998), ''[[Manmadhudu]]'' (2002), ''[[Dhee]]'' (2007).<ref name=":2" /> |
At a felicitation ceremony in January 2008, he listed the following films as his top 11 films {{Em dash}} ''Aha Naa Pellanta!'' (1987), ''Vivaha Bhojanambu'' (1988), ''Chitram Bhalare Vichitram'' (1991), ''Pattukondi Chuddam'' (1997), ''Money'' (1993), ''Anaganaga Oka Roju'' (1997), ''[[Anna (1994 film)|Anna]]'' (1994), ''Amma'' (1991), ''Bavagaru Bagunnara?'' (1998), ''[[Manmadhudu]]'' (2002), ''[[Dhee (film)|Dhee]]'' (2007).<ref name=":2" /> |
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== Personal life == |
== Personal life == |
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Brahmanandam married Lakshmi and has two sons, Raja Gautham and Siddharth. Gautham is also an actor who starred in films such as ''[[Pallakilo Pellikoothuru]]'' (2004), and [[Manu (film)|''Manu'']] (2018).<ref>{{Cite |
Brahmanandam married Lakshmi and has two sons, Raja Gautham and Siddharth. Gautham is also an actor who starred in films such as ''[[Pallakilo Pellikoothuru]]'' (2004), and [[Manu (film)|''Manu'']] (2018).<ref>{{Cite news |title=Brahmanandam's son Raja Goutham opts for a family entertainer with yet another short filmmaker |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/brahmanandams-son-raja-goutham-opts-for-a-family-entertainer-with-yet-another-short-filmmaker/articleshow/70873459.cms |access-date=2021-02-24 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> Gautham is married and has a son born in 2017.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-04-15 |title=Brahmanandam is now a grandfather |language=en |work=[[Deccan Chronicle]] |url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/tollywood/150417/brahmanandam-is-now-a-grandfather.html |url-status=live |access-date=2022-08-08 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171111042632/http://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/tollywood/150417/brahmanandam-is-now-a-grandfather.html |archive-date=11 November 2017 |df=dmy-all}}</ref> |
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In January 2019, Brahmanandam underwent a successful heart bypass surgery at Asian Heart Institute (AHI) in Mumbai.<ref>{{cite news |title=Iconic Telugu comedian Brahmanandam undergoes bypass surgery in Mumbai; stable now |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/popular-comedian-brahmanandam-undergoes-bypass-surgery-in-mumbai-stable-now/articleshow/67552928.cms |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190122131532/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/popular-comedian-brahmanandam-undergoes-bypass-surgery-in-mumbai-stable-now/articleshow/67552928.cms |archive-date=22 January 2019 |access-date=17 January 2019 |website=The Times of India}}</ref> |
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Apart from acting, Brahmanandam is also an amateur [[Sculpture|sculptor]] and a [[Sketch (drawing)|sketch artist]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-02-01 |title=Happy Birthday Brahmanandam: Not just an ace comedian, he is also a fantastic portrait artist |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/happy-birthday-brahmanandam-not-just-an-ace-comedian-he-is-also-a-fantastic-portrait-artist/articleshow/80628431.cms |access-date=2022-08-08 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> He also reads the philosophical writings of [[Swami Vivekananda]] and [[Jiddu Krishnamurti|Jiddu Krishnamurthi]] in his free time.<ref name=":6" /> |
Apart from acting, Brahmanandam is also an amateur [[Sculpture|sculptor]] and a [[Sketch (drawing)|sketch artist]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-02-01 |title=Happy Birthday Brahmanandam: Not just an ace comedian, he is also a fantastic portrait artist |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/happy-birthday-brahmanandam-not-just-an-ace-comedian-he-is-also-a-fantastic-portrait-artist/articleshow/80628431.cms |access-date=2022-08-08 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> He also reads the philosophical writings of [[Swami Vivekananda]] and [[Jiddu Krishnamurti|Jiddu Krishnamurthi]] in his free time.<ref name=":6" /> |
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* In January 2009, the government of India bestowed [[Padma Shri]], the fourth-highest civilian award of India, on Brahmanandam for his contributions to art.<ref name="padmasree">{{cite news | title=Padmasri for Brahmanandam| work=IndiaGlitz}}</ref> |
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'''Guinness Book''' |
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* CineMAA Award for Best Comedian – ''[[Manmadhudu]]'', ''[[Dhee (film)|Dhee]]'', ''[[Konchem Ishtam Konchem Kashtam]]'', ''[[Adhurs]]'' & ''[[Dookudu]]'' |
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* 1993: ''[[Rajendrudu Gajendrudu]]'' as Bank Manager |
* 1993: ''[[Rajendrudu Gajendrudu]]'' as Bank Manager |
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* 1993: ''[[Money (1993 film)|Money]]'' as Khan Dada |
* 1993: ''[[Money (1993 film)|Money]]'' as Khan Dada |
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* 1993: ''[[Jamba Lakidi Pamba]]'' as Anandam |
* 1993: ''[[Jamba Lakidi Pamba (1992 film)|Jamba Lakidi Pamba]]'' as Anandam |
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* 1993: ''[[Abbaigaru]]'' as Housekeeper |
* 1993: ''[[Abbaigaru]]'' as Housekeeper |
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* 1994: ''[[Yamaleela]]'' as [[Chitragupta]] |
* 1994: ''[[Yamaleela]]'' as [[Chitragupta]] |
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* 1998: ''[[Bavagaru Bagunnara?]]'' as Gopi |
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* 1998: ''[[Ganesh (1998 film)|Ganesh]]'' as Sub-Jailor Kondal Rao |
* 1998: ''[[Ganesh (1998 film)|Ganesh]]'' as Sub-Jailor Kondal Rao |
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* 1999: ''[[Sooryavansham]]'' as a doctor |
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* 2001: ''[[Nuvvu Naaku Nachav]]'' as Photographer |
* 2001: ''[[Nuvvu Naaku Nachav]]'' as Photographer |
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* 2002: ''[[Indra (2002 film)|Indra]]'' as Pundit |
* 2002: ''[[Indra (2002 film)|Indra]]'' as Pundit |
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* 2002: ''[[Manmadhudu]]'' as Sooribabu Lavangam |
* 2002: ''[[Manmadhudu]]'' as Sooribabu Lavangam |
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* 2003:''[[Simhadri (2003 film)|Simhadri]]'' as Talupulu |
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* 2004: ''[[Venky]]'' as Gajala |
* 2004: ''[[Venky]]'' as Gajala |
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* 2005: ''[[Evadi Gola Vaadidhi]]'' as Shankar Dada RMP |
* 2005: ''[[Evadi Gola Vaadidhi]]'' as Shankar Dada RMP |
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* 2005: ''[[Athadu]]'' as Kittu |
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* 2006: ''[[Happy (2006 film)|Happy]]'' as Appala Naidu, Pizza Shop Owner |
* 2006: ''[[Happy (2006 film)|Happy]]'' as Appala Naidu, Pizza Shop Owner |
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* 2006: ''[[Pokiri]]'' as Brahmi – The Software Engineer |
* 2006: ''[[Pokiri]]'' as Brahmi – The Software Engineer |
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* 2006: ''[[Vikramarkudu]]'' as Duvva Abbulu |
* 2006: ''[[Vikramarkudu]]'' as Duvva Abbulu |
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* 2007: ''[[Mozhi (film)|Mozhi]]'' as Ananthakrishnan |
* 2007: ''[[Mozhi (film)|Mozhi]]'' as Ananthakrishnan |
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* 2007: ''[[Dhee]]'' as Chary |
* 2007: ''[[Dhee (film)|Dhee]]'' as Chary |
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* 2007: ''[[Dubai Seenu]]'' as Ramakrishna |
* 2007: ''[[Dubai Seenu]]'' as Ramakrishna |
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* 2007: ''[[Yamadonga]]'' as [[Chitragupta]] |
* 2007: ''[[Yamadonga]]'' as [[Chitragupta]] |
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* 2008: ''[[Krishna (2008 film)|Krishna]]'' as Bobby |
* 2008: ''[[Krishna (2008 film)|Krishna]]'' as Bobby |
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* 2008: ''[[King (2008 film)|King]]'' as Jayasurya |
* 2008: ''[[King (2008 film)|King]]'' as Jayasurya, Music Director. |
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* 2008: ''[[Jalsa]]'' as Pranav |
* 2008: ''[[Jalsa]]'' as Pranav, the Head Conistable. |
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* 2008: ''[[Ready (2008 film)|Ready]]'' as "McDowell" Murthy |
* 2008: ''[[Ready (2008 film)|Ready]]'' as "McDowell" Murthy |
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* 2008: [[Neninthe]] as Director Idli Vishwanath |
* 2008: [[Neninthe]] as Director Idli Vishwanath |
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* 2011: ''[[Payanam (2011 film)|Payanam]]'' as Director Rajesh Kapur |
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* 2012: ''[[Julai]]'' as Thief |
* 2012: ''[[Julai]]'' as Thief |
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* 2012: ''[[Damarukam]]'' as Rudraksha |
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* 2013: ''[[Jaffa (2013 film)|Jaffa]]'' as Jasmine "Jaffa" Falguda |
* 2013: ''[[Jaffa (2013 film)|Jaffa]]'' as Jasmine "Jaffa" Falguda |
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* 2013: ''[[Naayak]]'' as Jilebi |
* 2013: ''[[Naayak]]'' as Jilebi |
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* 2013: ''[[Baadshah (2013 film)|Baadshah]]'' as Padmanabha Simha |
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* 2013: ''[[Mirchi (film)|Mirchi]]'' as Veera Pratap |
* 2013: ''[[Mirchi (film)|Mirchi]]'' as Veera Pratap |
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* 2014: ''[[Race Gurram]]'' as Kill Bill Pandey |
* 2014: ''[[Race Gurram]]'' as Kill Bill Pandey |
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* 2014: ''[[Loukyam]]'' as Sippy |
* 2014: ''[[Loukyam]]'' as Sippy, Cab driver. |
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* 2014: ''[[Aagadu]]'' as Delhi Suri |
* 2014: ''[[Aagadu]]'' as Delhi Suri, Project Broker. |
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* 2015: ''[[Bruce Lee: The Fighter]]'' as Suzuki Subramanyam |
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* 2015: ''[[S/O Satyamurthy]]'' as Koda Rambabu, Devaraj's brother-in-law |
* 2015: ''[[S/O Satyamurthy]]'' as Koda Rambabu, Devaraj's brother-in-law |
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* 2016: ''[[Sarrainodu]]'' as Linga Hariharan, Umapati's neighbor |
* 2016: ''[[Sarrainodu]]'' as Linga Hariharan, Umapati's neighbor |
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* 2017: ''[[Khaidi No. 150]]'' as Doberman |
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* 2017: ''[[Om Namo Venkatesaya]]'' as Simhachalam |
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* 2018: ''[[Nela Ticket]]'' as Balaraju |
* 2018: ''[[Nela Ticket]]'' as Balaraju |
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* 2018: ''[[Achari America Yatra]]'' as Appalacharya |
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* 2018: ''[[Gayatri]]'' as Loknatham |
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* 2018: ''[[MLA (2018 Telugu film)|MLA]]'' as Pattabhi |
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* 2018: ''[[Aatagallu]]'' as Go Go |
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* 2018: ''[[Inttelligent]]'' as Dharma Raju |
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* 2018: ''[[Jai Simha]]'' as Raju Reddy |
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* 2019: ''[[Amma Rajyam Lo Kadapa Biddalu]]'' as Rambabu |
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* 2019: ''[[Manmadhudu 2]]'' as Suribabu Lavangam |
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* 2019: ''[[1st Rank Raju (2019 film)|1st Rank Raju]]'' as Manormani |
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* 2019: ''[[NTR: Kathanayakudu]]'' as Relangi |
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* 2020: ''[[Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo]]'' as Special Appearance |
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* 2021: ''[[Jathi Ratnalu]]'' as Justice Balwanth Chowdhary |
* 2021: ''[[Jathi Ratnalu]]'' as Justice Balwanth Chowdhary |
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* 2022: ''[[Bheemla Nayak]]'' as Judge K. B. Ananda Rao |
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Brahmanandam | |
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Brahmanandam at the World Telugu Conference, 2017 | |
Born | Kanneganti Brahmanandam 1 February 1956 Sattenapalle, Andhra Pradesh, India |
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Years active | 1985–present |
Spouse | Lakshmi |
Children | 2 |
Honours | Padma Shri (2009) |
Kanneganti Brahmanandam (born 1 February 1956), known mononymously as Brahmanandam, is an Indian actor, comedian, impersonator, and voice actor known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema.[1] He is particularly known for his comic performances.[2][3] He holds the Guinness World Record for the most screen credits for a living actor, appearing in over 1000 films to date.[4][5][6] He was awarded an honorary doctorate by Acharya Nagarjuna University.[7] Regarded as one of the finest and highest-paid comic actors of India,[8][9] he was honoured with the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian award in India, for his contribution to Film Art.[10]
After completing his Master of Arts degree, Brahmanandam worked as a Telugu lecturer in Attili of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. Simultaneously, he also worked in theatre and as a mimicry artist. He made his television debut in 1985 with DD Telugu's Pakapakalu which received appreciation from the audience.[11][12][13] After watching his performance in the show, director Jandhyala cast him in the film Aha Naa Pellanta! (1987), which became his breakthrough role.[14][15] In a career spanning over 35 years, he has received six state Nandi Awards, one Filmfare Award South, and six CineMAA Awards.[16][17]
Early life
Brahmanandam was born on 1 February 1956 in Chaganti Vari Palem village, Sattenapalli, Andhra Pradesh.[18][19] His parents are Nagalingachari and Lakshmi Narsamma.[15] His father was a carpenter and Brahmanandam was one of eight children. He completed his Master of Arts degree and joined as a Telugu lecturer in Attili of West Godavari district.[12]
Career
While working as a lecturer, Brahmanandam also worked in theatre and as a mimicry artist. Novelist and playwright Adi Vishnu introduced him to NCV Sashidhar of Doordarshan (DD). Soon after, he made his television debut in 1985 with DD Telugu's Pakapakalu.[11][12] His performance in the show received good response from the audience.[13] After watching his performance in the show, director Jandhyala cast him in the film Aha Naa-Pellanta! (1987), which became a breakthrough role for him.[20] The same year he appeared in the successful films Pasivadi Pranam and Swayam Krushi. The first film he acted in was Sri Tatavataram, second film was Satyagraham, and the third film was Aha Naa Pellanta!.[12] Sri Tatavataram released later in 1988.
The following years he appeared in several Telugu films, of which, his performance in the films Vivaha Bhojanambu (1988), Choopulu Kalisina Shubhavela (1988), Bandhuvulostunnaru Jagratha (1989), Muddula Mavayya (1989), Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari (1990), Bobbili Raja (1990) and Bamma Maata Bangaru Baata (1990) was well praised.[21]
Beginning from 1991, Brahmanandam has appeared in variety of comedic roles and a few intense roles. In 1991, he starred in major films such as Kshana Kshanam (1991) and Rowdy Alludu (1991).[22] The Times of India considered the films Chitram Bhalare Vichitram (1991), Jamba Lakidi Pamba (1992), and Yamaleela (1994) as the films that one can never get bored of. Brahmanandam has appeared in each of these, with him being considered as one of the main reasons for these films to be successful.[23] In 1992, he has played the lead role in Babai Hotel for the first time.[24]
He won his first major award—Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian for his performance as Khan Dada in the film Money (1993).[25] Following the success of the film, a sequel to it, Money Money (1994) was also produced, in which Brahmanandam reprised his role. Griddaluru Gopalrao of Zamin Ryot in his review of the film Hello Brother (1994) praised Brahmanandam's role and his performance.[26] His further successful films of the following years include Alluda Majaka (1995), Intlo Illalu Vantintlo Priyuralu (1996), Bombay Priyudu (1996), Anaganaga Oka Roju (1997), Muddula Mogudu (1997), Bavagaru Bagunnara? (1998), Aavida Maa Aavide (1998), Thammudu (1999), Kshemamga Velli Labhamga Randi (2000), Jayam Manade Raa (2000), Kalisundam Raa (2000), and Ammo! Okato Tareekhu (2000).
At a felicitation ceremony in January 2008, he listed the following films as his top 11 films — Aha Naa Pellanta! (1987), Vivaha Bhojanambu (1988), Chitram Bhalare Vichitram (1991), Pattukondi Chuddam (1997), Money (1993), Anaganaga Oka Roju (1997), Anna (1994), Amma (1991), Bavagaru Bagunnara? (1998), Manmadhudu (2002), Dhee (2007).[12]
Personal life
Brahmanandam married Lakshmi and has two sons, Raja Gautham and Siddharth. Gautham is also an actor who starred in films such as Pallakilo Pellikoothuru (2004), and Manu (2018).[27] Gautham is married and has a son born in 2017.[28]
In January 2019, Brahmanandam underwent a successful heart bypass surgery at Asian Heart Institute (AHI) in Mumbai.[29]
Apart from acting, Brahmanandam is also an amateur sculptor and a sketch artist.[30] He also reads the philosophical writings of Swami Vivekananda and Jiddu Krishnamurthi in his free time.[14]
Awards and honours
- Civilian honors
- In January 2009, the government of India bestowed Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian award of India, on Brahmanandam for his contributions to art.[31]
Guinness Book
- Guinness World Record for the most screen credits for a living actor.[4]
- Best Male Comedian – Money (1993)[25]
- Best Supporting Actor – Anna (1994)[25]
- Best Comedian – Anaganaga Oka Roju (1995)[25]
- Best Comedian – Vinodam (1996)[25]
- Best Comedian – Ready (2008)[25]
- Best Comedian – Race Gurram (2014)[33]
- CineMAA Award for Best Comedian – Manmadhudu, Dhee, Konchem Ishtam Konchem Kashtam, Adhurs & Dookudu
- SIIMA Award for Best Comedian (Telugu) – Dookudu (2011)
- SIIMA Award for Best Comedian (Telugu) – Baadshah (2013)
- SIIMA Award for Best Comedian (Telugu) – Race Gurram (2014)
- Other
- Hyderabad Times Film Awards Best Actor in a Comic Role – Dookudu (2011)[34]
- TSR – TV9 National Film Award for Best Comedian – Attarintiki Daredi (2013)
Filmography
Brahmanandam acted in more than 1,000 films.[5]
Selected filmography
- 1987: Aha Naa Pellanta as Ara Gundu
- 1990: Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari as Vichitra Kumar
- 1992: Babai Hotel as Rama Chandra Moorti
- 1993: Rajendrudu Gajendrudu as Bank Manager
- 1993: Money as Khan Dada
- 1993: Jamba Lakidi Pamba as Anandam
- 1993: Abbaigaru as Housekeeper
- 1994: Yamaleela as Chitragupta
- 1994: Alibaba Aradajanu Dongalu as Thief
- 1995: Alluda Majaka as Abbulu/Ms. Dakota
- 1995: Ghatotkachudu as Scrap Collector
- 1996: Anaganaga Oka Roju as Michael Jackson
- 1997: Annamayya as Pundit
- 1998: Bavagaru Bagunnara? as Gopi
- 1998: Ganesh as Sub-Jailor Kondal Rao
- 1999: Sooryavansham as a doctor
- 2001: Nuvvu Naaku Nachav as Photographer
- 2002: Indra as Pundit
- 2002: Manmadhudu as Sooribabu Lavangam
- 2003:Simhadri as Talupulu
- 2004: Venky as Gajala
- 2005: Evadi Gola Vaadidhi as Shankar Dada RMP
- 2005: Athadu as Kittu
- 2006: Happy as Appala Naidu, Pizza Shop Owner
- 2006: Pokiri as Brahmi – The Software Engineer
- 2006: Vikramarkudu as Duvva Abbulu
- 2007: Mozhi as Ananthakrishnan
- 2007: Dhee as Chary
- 2007: Dubai Seenu as Ramakrishna
- 2007: Yamadonga as Chitragupta
- 2008: Krishna as Bobby
- 2008: King as Jayasurya, Music Director.
- 2008: Jalsa as Pranav, the Head Conistable.
- 2008: Ready as "McDowell" Murthy
- 2008: Neninthe as Director Idli Vishwanath
- 2009: Konchem Ishtam Konchem Kashtam as Gachibowli Diwakar
- 2009: Kick as Halwa Raj/Parugu Prakash Raj
- 2009: Ganesh: Just Ganesh as Yadagiri
- 2009: Arya 2 as Dasavatharam
- 2009: Raju Maharaju as Om Raja
- 2010: Adhurs as Bhattacharya "Bhattu"
- 2010: Namo Venkatesa as Paris Prasad
- 2010: Brindavanam as Bommarillu father
- 2011: Dookudu as Padmashri
- 2011: Mr.Perfect as Jalsa Kishore (maternal uncle of Priya)
- 2011: Payanam as Director Rajesh Kapur
- 2012: Julai as Thief
- 2012: Damarukam as Rudraksha
- 2013: Jaffa as Jasmine "Jaffa" Falguda
- 2013: Naayak as Jilebi
- 2013: Yevadu as Satya's illegal tenant
- 2013: Balupu as Crazy Mohan
- 2013: Attarintiki Daredi as Baddam Bhaskar
- 2013: Doosukeltha as Veera Brahmam
- 2013: Baadshah as Padmanabha Simha
- 2013: Mirchi as Veera Pratap
- 2014: Ninnindale as Sachin
- 2014: Race Gurram as Kill Bill Pandey
- 2014: Loukyam as Sippy, Cab driver.
- 2014: Aagadu as Delhi Suri, Project Broker.
- 2015: Bruce Lee: The Fighter as Suzuki Subramanyam
- 2015: S/O Satyamurthy as Koda Rambabu, Devaraj's brother-in-law
- 2016: Sarrainodu as Linga Hariharan, Umapati's neighbor
- 2017: Nenu Kidnap Ayyanu as Cameo Appearance
- 2017: Khaidi No. 150 as Doberman
- 2017: Om Namo Venkatesaya as Simhachalam
- 2018: Nela Ticket as Balaraju
- 2018: Achari America Yatra as Appalacharya
- 2018: Gayatri as Loknatham
- 2018: MLA as Pattabhi
- 2018: Aatagallu as Go Go
- 2018: Inttelligent as Dharma Raju
- 2018: Jai Simha as Raju Reddy
- 2018: Silly Fellows as Fake DGP
- 2019: Amma Rajyam Lo Kadapa Biddalu as Rambabu
- 2019: Gaddalakonda Ganesh as Cameo appearance
- 2019: Manmadhudu 2 as Suribabu Lavangam
- 2019: 1st Rank Raju as Manormani
- 2019: NTR: Kathanayakudu as Relangi
- 2020: Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo as Special Appearance
- 2021: Jathi Ratnalu as Justice Balwanth Chowdhary
- 2022: Bheemla Nayak as Judge K. B. Ananda Rao
- 2022: Panchathantram as Veda Vyas
- 2022: Aadavallu Meeku Johaarlu as Buchi
- 2022: Rangamarthanda as Chakrapani
- 2023: BRO as Shastri
- 2023: Keedaa Cola as Vardaraju
- 2024: Kalki 2898 AD as Rajan
References
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- ^ Narasimham, M.L. (22 August 2011). "It's a mad mad comedy". The Hindu. Chennai, India. Archived from the original on 30 August 2011. Retrieved 20 September 2011.
- ^ "Brahmanandam felicitated". The Times of India. 18 May 2011. Archived from the original on 27 September 2012. Retrieved 20 September 2011.
- ^ a b "Most screen credits for a living actor more than 950". Guinness World Records. 24 June 2010. Archived from the original on 17 January 2012. Retrieved 25 January 2014.
- ^ a b Brahmanandam breaks 1000 film record Archived 2 February 2015 at the Wayback Machine - The Times of India Dated 29 January 2015 Retrieved 10 February 2015
- ^ Anjali Muthanna (5 December 2013). "Guinness World Record holder Brahmanandam in Ninnindale". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 1 September 2017. Retrieved 17 December 2019.
- ^ "Smile, here's Brahmanandam". The New Indian Express. 18 June 2009. Retrieved 8 August 2022.
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External links
- Brahmanandam at IMDb
- Brahmanandam on Facebook
- 1956 births
- Living people
- Male actors in Tamil cinema
- Filmfare Awards South winners
- Indian male comedians
- Male actors from Andhra Pradesh
- Male actors in Telugu cinema
- Indian male film actors
- Nandi Award winners
- People from Guntur district
- Recipients of the Padma Shri in arts
- Telugu male actors
- Telugu comedians
- 20th-century Indian male actors
- 21st-century Indian male actors
- South Indian International Movie Awards winners
- Indian male voice actors