In Tollywood, movie stars have an enormous and devoted fan base who support them not just for their on-screen performances but also for their philanthropy and charity work. These celebrities choose to devote their time and resources to helping others and making a positive impact on their community. Whether it’s by setting up their own charitable organization or donating through various philanthropies, here are Telugu stars that have made a difference in the lives of numerous people.
- Pawan Kalyan
One of the most famous heroes in Telugu movies is Konidela Kalyan Babu, better known by his stage name Pawan Kalyan. The actor has shown his versatility in movies like Tholi Prema, Thammudu, Kushi, Jalsa, Badri, Gabbar Singh, and Attarintiki Daredi to name a few. Pawan has received critical acclaim for a majority of his roles in movies. He is well known for his charitable endeavors. Kalyan established the Common Man Protection Force (CMPF), a nonprofit organization with a reputation for helping Telangana and Andhra Pradesh residents classified as EWS (Economically Weaker Section).
- Mahesh Babu
Mahesh Babu is one of the highest-paid Telugu film actors. He owns the production house G. Mahesh Babu Entertainment. Mahesh acted in several commercially successful movies, including Pokiri, Sarkaru Vaari Paata, Maharshi, Bharat Ane Nenu, and Sarileru Neekevvaru. He leads a charitable trust and non-profit organization called Heal-a-Child and also serves as Rainbow Hospital’s goodwill ambassador.
- Chiranjeevi
Along with several Hindi, Kannada, and Tamil films he appeared in over 150 Telugu movies. He is considered one of Telugu cinema’s most popular and prominent actors. The Chiranjeevi Charitable Trust (CCT), which houses the Chiranjeevi Blood and Eye Banks, was established by the actor. Over 80,000 people in Andhra Pradesh have benefited from the CCT’s blood bank, while about 1,000 people have benefited from its eye bank since it opened. In Andhra Pradesh, they serve as the main donation centers. He also set up ambulances and oxygen banks during the pandemic. Chiranjeevi frequently organizes blood donation camps and provides oxygen banks and ambulances with his son.
- N.T. Rama Rao Jr.
Indian actor Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr referred to as Jr. N.T.R. or Tarak primarily works in Telugu movies. In popular movies like Janatha Garage, Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava, and the most recent RRR, he distinguished himself as a stunning performer. Rama Rao declared in 2009 that he would give the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund Rs. 20 lakhs to help with flood relief work. When a fan was killed in a large crowd at the Baadshah audio function in 2013, NTR gave his family Rs. 5 lakhs. Rama Rao additionally pledged to look after his family in light of the fan’s unexpected passing.
- Allu Arjun
One of the most well-known actors in Telugu cinema, Allu Arjun is also well-known for his charitable work outside of the movies. The actor gave Rs. 1 lakh to the CARE Little Hearts Foundation after his film Bunny earned well at the box office. He also gave the money he earned from Brain of Andhra to the organization (MAA TV program). The actor also contributed Rs. 20 lakh to the Hudhud cyclone victims.
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