Krishnam Raju
Indian actor and politician, Bahubali star
Born
January 20th, 1940
85 years ago
Died
2022
3 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
India
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An Indian actor and politician, this individual made significant contributions to Telugu cinema and entered politics later in life. The acting career began in the 1960s and spanned several decades, featuring a wide range of roles. One of the prominent films was 'Bahubali', which helped reshape the landscape of Indian cinema. In addition to acting, a political career involved serving as a Member of Parliament, representing the Bharatiya Janata Party. This individual also engaged in various philanthropy activities during the political tenure, tying in cultural contributions with public service.
Starred in 'Bahubali'
Served as a Member of Parliament
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