Mahesh Babu is one of the most popular superstars in South India, all thanks to several blockbuster movies and a tremendous fan following. The south superstar celebrated his birthday as he turned 43 today. Currently, Mahesh Babu is one of the most bankable stars in South Cinema.
On the eve of Mahesh Babu’s birthday, we bring you top films of the stars that played very important roles in establishing him as a mass hero. Scroll down and check out our list.
1. Okkadu 2003:
Okkadu put Mahesh Babu on the map by taking the box office by storm. The movie revolves around a Kabbadi player who takes on a powerful and influential family saving a damsel in the distress in the process. The movie has been remade in several other industries ever since.
2. Athadu 2005:
Trivikram Srinivas directorial redefined Mahesh Babu’s persona on the big screen. In the movie, the hero has a calm and composed demeanor with a violent history. The movie was a major box office success.
3. Pokiri 2006:
It is another blockbuster in his career. Directed by Puri Jagannadh, the movie saw Mahesh Babu playing a super cop, who goes undercover as a gangster in order to take on the main villain. The movie emerged as the highest grossing Telugu film of the year. The movie was remade in Bollywood titled Wanted with superstar Salman Khan playing his role.
4. Khaleja 2010:
This movie is a fun ride for everyone. With Mahesh Babu playing a happy-go-lucky taxi driver, who’ll kill anyone who hurts him, the movie is a must watch for all fans.
5. Srimanthudu 2015
Last but not the least, Srimanthudu is another film in Mahesh Babu’s long career that set him apart from his contemporaries. The movie perfectly conveys the message about giving back to the society. Kortala Siva directorial saw Mahesh Babu playing a rich man, who decided to rebuild his ancestral village that doesn’t have the basic facilities. The movie is among the highest grossing Telugu films of all time. The movie also had a very strong cultural impact with many celebrities, and politicians adopting some backward villages.
Do you agree with our pick? Tell us if we missed any.
