Allari Naresh
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Relatives | Aryan Rajesh (brother) |
Edara Naresh (born 30 June 1982), better known as Allari Naresh, is an Indian actor and film producer who works predominantly in Telugu films. Starring in over 55 films and known for his comic roles, Naresh earned two Filmfare Awards South, one Nandi Award, and one South Indian International Movie Award for his work.
Naresh established himself as a lead actor with commercial successes such as
Personal life
Naresh is the son of veteran Telugu director and producer E. V. V. Satyanarayana. He was born in present-day Chennai on 30 June 1982,[1][2][3] while their family hails from Korumamidi village in West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh.[4] After completing his schooling at Chettinad Vidyashram, Chennai, Naresh moved to Hyderabad. He is fluent in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi and English. He got the moniker "Allari" after the success of his first film.[5]
Naresh married Chennai-based architect Virupa Kantamaneni in 2015.[6][7] The couple has a daughter, born in 2016.[8]
Film career
2002–2007 : Debut and breakthrough
Naresh made his foray into films under the who direction of Ravi Babu in the film Allari, an adult comedy in which he played the role of an 18-year-old who is infatuated with a beautiful girl. His performance was well praised by the critics. idlebrain.com wrote, "Naresh is a natural actor and he suited the role perfectly. His dialogue delivery is perfect and has very good timing in doing comedy. He has a bright future ahead, if he chooses his future projects carefully."[9] The film did exceptionally well at the box office, giving him recognition as "Allari Naresh". However, his next film Dhanalakshmi, I Love You, a remake of Ramji Rao Speaking, received negative reviews, and faltered at the box office. His third release Thotti Gang, co-starring Prabhu Deva and Sunil, was successful at the box office, which was followed by two flops Juniors, the remake of Thulluvadho Ilamai and Praanam, which featured him in a dual role.
Naresh got his resurgence in the form of
Naresh's lean phase continued with flops like
2008–2011: Commercial successes
Naresh had eight releases in 2008, a rare feat in those days. His first three releases
He had seven releases in 2010, again a rare feat. He first starred in
2012–present: Career stagnation
In 2012, Naresh starred in three films. The first was
In 2014, Naresh played an obese man in the film
In 2021, Naresh starred in two films, Bangaru Bullodu and Naandhi. While Bangaru Bullodu received an average response, Naandhi was a critical and commercial success.[31][32]
In 2023, the upcoming film starring Allari Naresh is titled Bachchala Malli.[33]
In 2024, Naresh will star in a new film titled Aa Okkati Adakku, directed by Malli Ankam, scheduled to release on 22 March 2024.[34]
Filmography
† | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
- All films are in Telugu, unless otherwise noted
Year | Title | Role(s) | Notes | Ref |
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2002 | Allari | Ravi | ||
Dhanalakshmi, I Love You | Raju | |||
Thotti Gang | Achi Babu | |||
2003 | Juniors | Mahesh | ||
Praanam | Sivudu & Kaasi | Dual roles | ||
Maa Alludu Very Good | 'Purse' Ram aka Parasuram | |||
Kurumbu | Ravi | Tamil film | ||
2004 | Nenu | Vinod | ||
2005 | Nuvvante Naakishtam | Devudu | ||
Danger | Satya | |||
2006 | Party | Bujji | ||
Kithakithalu | SI Relangi Rajababu |
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Roommates |
Rama Krishna | |||
Gopi – Goda Meedha Pilli |
Gopi | |||
2007 | Athili Sattibabu LKG | Athili Sattibabu | ||
Allare Allari | Veera Babu | [35] | ||
Pellaindi Kaani | Attchi Babu | |||
Seema Sastri | Seema Sastri | |||
2008 | Bommana Brothers Chandana Sisters | Ramachandran | ||
Siddu from Sikakulam | Siddhu | |||
Blade Babji |
Babji aka SI Krishna Manohar |
25th film. | ||
Dongala Bandi | Rama Krishna | |||
2009 | Fitting Master | Sampath | ||
Bendu Apparao R.M.P | R.M.P Bendu Apparao | |||
2010 | Rambabu Gadi Pellam | Rambabu | [36] | |
Aakasa Ramanna | Rana | |||
Betting Bangaraju | Bangarraju | |||
Subhapradam |
Chakri | |||
Saradaga Kasepu | Ranga Babu | |||
Kathi Kantha Rao | P.C Kathi Kantha Rao |
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2011 | Aha Naa Pellanta |
Subbu | ||
Seema Tapakai | Krishna | |||
Madatha Kaja | Kalyan | |||
Poraali | Nallavan | Tamil film | ||
2012 | Nuvva Nena | Avinash | ||
Sudigadu | Shiva, Kamesh | Dual roles | ||
Yamudiki Mogudu | Naresh | |||
2013 | Action 3D | Bala Vardhan aka Bava | ||
Kevvu Keka | Bhuchi Raju | |||
2014 | Laddu Babu | Laddu Babu | ||
Jump Jilani | Satti Babu, Ram Babu | Dual roles | ||
Brother of Bommali | Rama Krishna | |||
2015 | Bandipotu | Viswa | ||
James Bond |
Nani | |||
Mama Manchu Alludu Kanchu | Balaraju | 50th Film. | ||
2016 | Selfie Raja | Selfie Raja, Bheems | Dual roles | |
Intlo Deyyam Nakem Bhayam | Naresh | |||
2017 | Meda Meeda Abbayi | Srinu | ||
2018 | Silly Fellows | Veerababu | ||
2021 | Bangaru Bullodu | Bhavani Prasad | [37] | |
Naandhi | Surya Prakash | [38] | ||
2022 | Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam | Sripada Srinivas | [39] | |
2023 | Ugram
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CI K. Shiva Kumar |
[39] | |
2024 | Aa Okati Adakku † | Gana | Completed | [40][41] |
Sabhaku Namaskaram † | TBA | Filming | [42] | |
Bachhala Malli † | Malli | Filming |
Supporting roles and cameo appearances
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2004 | Bommalata | Babu | |
2008 | Sundara Kanda | Naresh | |
Vishaka Express |
Ravi Varma | ||
Pelli Kaani Prasad | Vara Prasad | ||
Gamyam | Gali Seenu | Won Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor
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2010 | Shambo Shiva Shambo |
Malli | |
2011 | Chandamama Katha | Himself | |
2015 | Superstar Kidnap | Himself | |
2019 | Maharshi | Ravi Shankar | |
2024 | Naa Saami Ranga | Anji |
Voice-over
Year | Title | Notes |
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2013 | Venkatadri Express | Narrator |
Awards and nominations
Year | Title | Award | Category | Result | Ref. |
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2008 | Gamyam | Filmfare Awards South | Best Supporting Actor – Telugu | Won | |
2008 | Gamyam | Nandi Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Won | [12] |
Filmfare Awards South | Best Supporting Actor – Telugu | Won | [13] | ||
2010 | Shambo Shiva Shambo
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Nominated | [43] | ||
2019 | Maharshi | Zee Cine Awards Telugu | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Male | Won | [44] |
South Indian International Movie Awards | Won | ||||
2021 | Maharshi | Santosham Film Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Male | Won | |
2021 | Maharshi | Cinegoers Association Awards | Best Actor Supporting Role - Male | Won | |
2021 | Naandhi | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Actor | Nominated |
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External links
- Allari Naresh at IMDb
- Allari Naresh on Twitter