1. Konidela Pawan Kalyan was born on Konidela Kalyan Kumar; 2 September 1971 and is an Indian politician, actor, philanthropist, and martial artist serving as the 11th Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh since June 2024.
85 Facts About Pawan Kalyan
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Pawan Kalyan is the Minister of Panchayat Raj, Rural Development and Rural Water Supply; Environment, Forest, Science and Technology in the Government of Andhra Pradesh and an MLA representing the Pithapuram constituency.
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Pawan Kalyan is the founder and president of the Janasena Party.
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Pawan Kalyan is the recipient of a Filmfare Award and a SIIMA Award among other accolades.
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Pawan Kalyan made his acting debut in the 1996 film Akkada Ammayi Ikkada Abbayi.
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Pawan Kalyan later faced a slump, yet his popularity kept soaring despite the flops.
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Pawan Kalyan made a comeback with Jalsa, the highest-grossing Telugu film of that year, and continued with hits like Gabbar Singh, Attarintiki Daredi, Gopala Gopala, and Bheemla Nayak.
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Pawan Kalyan received the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for Gabbar Singh.
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Pawan Kalyan is known as "Power Star" among his fans and the media.
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Pawan Kalyan is recognized for his extensive philanthropic work, supporting various social causes.
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Pawan Kalyan has offered financial assistance to both individuals and organizations in need.
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In March 2014, Pawan Kalyan founded the Janasena Party.
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Pawan Kalyan later brought national attention to the chronic kidney disease crisis in Uddanam, and led protests against forced land acquisition, and illegal mining in reserved forests.
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Pawan Kalyan was elected from the Pithapuram constituency by a margin of over 70,000 votes, subsequently becoming the deputy chief minister.
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Pawan Kalyan was born as Konidela Kalyan Kumar on 2 September 1971 in a Telugu family to Konidela Venkata Rao and Anjana Devi in Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh.
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Pawan Kalyan was educated at the St Joseph's High School in Nellore and later in Madras.
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Later, before the film's release, posters declaring "This is our Pawan Kalyan" further heightened audience interest.
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Pawan Kalyan was first credited with the title Power Star in this film.
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Pawan Kalyan became a youth icon, setting trends in action sequences, style, and fashion.
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In 2001, Pawan Kalyan became the first South Indian brand ambassador for Pepsi, while Chiranjeevi promoted Coca-Cola.
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Pawan Kalyan's clean-shaven look was a departure from his usual style which disappointed many fans.
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Pawan Kalyan played the title role, wrote the screenplay and choreographed three songs.
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The film, starring Pawan Kalyan and Meera Jasmine, received mixed reviews and was an average performer at the box office.
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Pawan Kalyan's next film Balu was A Karunakaran's second directorial starring Kalyan, after Tholi Prema.
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Pawan Kalyan wore a unique pant in the film's flashback scenes, which he bought from Italy for about 2 lakh.
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The film received mixed to negative reviews, and Pawan Kalyan reportedly gave refunds to the film's distributors due to its underperformance.
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At the event, Pawan Kalyan expressed frustration with societal problems and aimed to use Satyagrahi to highlight these issues in a commercially appealing format.
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In October 2021, Pawan Kalyan revealed that the film, inspired by Jayaprakash Narayan's Emergency movement, was set aside to focus on real-life activism, finding it more fulfilling to address social issues directly rather than through cinema.
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Pawan Kalyan plays the title role of Annavaram, a blacksmith who, driven by his love for his sister, becomes a vigilante in Hyderabad to dismantle the city's criminal underworld.
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In 2011, Pawan Kalyan starred in Teen Maar, directed by Jayanth C Paranjee with a screenplay by Trivikram Srinivas.
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Pawan Kalyan plays dual roles: Michael Velayudham, a carefree chef in Italy navigating modern relationships, and Arjun Palwai, whose traditional 1980s love story profoundly influences Michael's journey toward understanding the true value of love and commitment.
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Apart from Pawan Kalyan, it starred Sarah-Jane Dias, Anjali Lavania, and Jackie Shroff.
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Pawan Kalyan showcased a new look for Panjaa, combining a well-trimmed beard with his moustache.
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In 2012, Pawan Kalyan starred in Gabbar Singh, directed by Harish Shankar.
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Pawan Kalyan played Venkataratnam Naidu, a police officer who takes on the alias Gabbar Singh to combat a local thug's corrupt political schemes.
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Later in 2012, Pawan Kalyan appeared in Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu, a political action film directed by Puri Jagannadh, marking their second collaboration after 12 years.
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Pawan Kalyan played Rambabu, a mechanic-turned-journalist who battles a corrupt politician.
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In September 2013, Pawan Kalyan starred in Attarintiki Daredi, directed by Trivikram Srinivas.
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Pawan Kalyan played Gautham Nanda, a wealthy heir who disguises himself as a driver to reunite his grandfather with his estranged daughter.
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Pawan Kalyan's performance, noted for its charisma and comedic timing, was highly praised and earned him the Santosham Best Actor Award, with nominations for both a Filmfare Award and a SIIMA Award.
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In March 2014, Pawan Kalyan founded the Janasena Party and actively campaigned in the 2014 elections.
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Pawan Kalyan plays Satyadev, a former lawyer who overcomes personal tragedy and alcoholism to fight for justice and support wronged women.
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In 2022, Pawan Kalyan starred in Bheemla Nayak, an action thriller film directed by Saagar K Chandra and written by Trivikram Srinivas.
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Pawan Kalyan plays Bheemla Nayak, a dedicated police officer known for his strong sense of justice and connection with his community.
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Since the Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy government came to power in Andhra Pradesh in 2019, Pawan Kalyan's films have faced significant political challenges.
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Pawan Kalyan is starring in the title role in Hari Hara Veera Mallu.
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Pawan Kalyan was reported to receive 100 crore for remuneration making him one of the highest paid Indian actors.
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Pawan Kalyan began his political career in 2008 as the president of Yuvarajyam, the youth wing of the Praja Rajyam Party, founded by his elder brother Chiranjeevi.
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In 2011, when PRP merged with the Congress Party, Pawan Kalyan expressed silent discontent with his brother's decision and took a break from political life.
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Pawan Kalyan founded the Jana Sena Party on 14 March 2014.
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Pawan Kalyan co-authored a book titled Ism, which outlines the party's ideology.
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On 21 March 2014, Pawan Kalyan met Bharatiya Janata Party prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi to discuss issues concerning the Telugu states and extended his support.
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Pawan Kalyan chose not to contest in the 2014 elections, instead supporting and campaigning extensively for the Telugu Desam Party and BJP alliance.
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Pawan Kalyan's rallies drew huge crowds in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Pawan Kalyan's support and campaigning played a crucial role in the TDP-led National Democratic Alliance's victory in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections.
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In November 2016, Pawan Kalyan announced that Jana Sena will contest in the 2019 general elections in Andhra Pradesh.
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Pawan Kalyan stated that he was planning to contest from all 175 legislatures of Andhra Pradesh without any alliance.
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In 2017, Pawan Kalyan brought the Uddanam kidney disease crisis to the attention of media and politicians through protests and a hunger strike.
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In December 2017, Pawan Kalyan opposed central government's move to privatise Dredging Corporation of India.
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In October 2018, Pawan Kalyan conducted a march on the historical Dowleswaram Barrage in Rajahmundry demanding political accountability.
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Pawan Kalyan announced the Jana Sena Party's 2019 election manifesto at a public meeting in Rajahmundry, outlining measures to improve the lives of farmers, farm labourers, women, youth, and students.
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Pawan Kalyan announced that his party would contest the 2019 elections in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana in alliance with the Bahujan Samaj Party, Communist Party of India, and Communist Party of India.
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Pawan Kalyan was hospitalized and treated in Vijayawada after experiencing vomiting, dehydration, and drowsiness at Gannavaram Airport.
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Pawan Kalyan lost in both constituencies to candidates from YSR Congress Party.
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Pawan Kalyan's party was able to win from Razole, making it the only seat it won in the election.
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On 3 November 2019, Pawan Kalyan led a long march in Visakhapatnam in support of construction workers, against YSR Congress Party, who have been facing unemployment due to a shortage of supply of sand in Andhra Pradesh.
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On 16 January 2020, Pawan Kalyan announced his party's alliance with BJP, after three years of distancing from it.
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Pawan Kalyan demanded an inquiry by Central Bureau of Investigation into the incident.
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In late 2022, Pawan Kalyan started 'Jana Vani,' a series of small public meetings to hear people's grievances.
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Pawan Kalyan was elected to the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly from Pithapuram constituency by a margin of over 70,000 votes.
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On 12 June 2024, Pawan Kalyan was sworn in as a cabinet minister in the Government of Andhra Pradesh, and on 14 June 2024, he was announced as the deputy chief minister of Andhra Pradesh.
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In October 2024, Pawan Kalyan directed the Kakinada district collector to inspect schools, hospitals, and sanitation facilities in 52 Gram Panchayats in his Pithapuram constituency, aiming to resolve local issues.
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Pawan Kalyan is known for his extensive philanthropic efforts, supporting a wide range of social causes including disaster relief, healthcare, education, farmers' welfare, soldiers' welfare, parasports, elderly care, orphan welfare, arts, literature, and temples.
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Pawan Kalyan has provided financial support to individuals in need and has organized broader efforts to aid various communities.
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In 1998, Pawan Kalyan donated 75,000 as a fixed deposit for the infant son of a lift operator who died during the filming of Thammudu.
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In January 2018, Pawan Kalyan donated 11 lakh to Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy temple for developmental works.
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In 2019, Pawan Kalyan made a donation of 1.32 crore to the Dasavathara Venkateswara Swamy temple in Guntur district for a 'Free Food Distribution' program.
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In September 2021, he donated 2 lakh financial aid to the folk artist Darsanam Mogilaiah through Pawan Kalyan Learning Centre for Human Excellence, a trust founded by him.
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Pawan Kalyan is the younger brother of actors Chiranjeevi and Nagendra Babu, and the uncle of actors Ram Charan, Allu Arjun, Varun Tej, Niharika Konidela, Sai Durgha Tej, and Panja Vaisshnav Tej.
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Pawan Kalyan married Nandini in May 1997, but they separated by 1999.
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In 2001, Pawan Kalyan began a relationship with Renu Desai, and they married in January 2009 in a ceremony conducted according to Arya Samaj rites at his residence in Jubilee Hills.
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Pawan Kalyan married Anna Lezhneva, a Russian citizen, in September 2013 under the Special Marriage Act at a Sub-Registrar Office in Hyderabad.
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Outside of his career, Pawan Kalyan holds a black belt in Karate and is an avid reader.
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Pawan Kalyan later collapsed during a rally and was hospitalised.
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Pawan Kalyan was treated for dehydration at a nearby clinic and advised to rest, leading to the cancellation of scheduled events in Sattenapalli and Tenali.
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In October 2024, Pawan Kalyan undertook an 11-day purification ritual at the Tirumala temple in response to allegations concerning the sanctity of the Tirupati laddu prasadam.