Updated on: 16 June, 2024 09:56 PM IST |Sudheesh SK
From iconic stars to rising talents, discover how these actors carry on their family legacy. Here are Top 10 South Indian Popular Actors with Famous Fathers
Allu Aravind and Allu Arjun:Allu Aravind is renowned in Tollywood as a film producer and distributor. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun continues to captivate audiences with his recent blockbuster, Pushpa The Rise showcasing his exceptional acting prowess and star power.
Sukumaran and Prithviraj Sukumaran: The late Malayalam superstar Sukumaran left a lasting legacy with his exceptionally talented sons, Indrajith and Prithviraj. While Indrajith excels in acting, Prithviraj has expanded into directing and producing films. Prithviraj's recent success includes Jana Gana Mana which resonated strongly with audiences.
Nandamuri Harikrishna and Jr NTR: Nandamuri Harikrishna, a renowned Indian film actor and politician, is also the father of the popular Telugu actor Jr. NTR. The RRR actor inherits a deep love for cinema from his lineage, with his grandfather, NTR, being an iconic figure in Telugu cinema history
SA Chandrasekhar and Vijay: S.A. Chandrasekhar, a director himself, launched his son Vijay, also known as Thalapathy, in the film Naalaiya Theerpu.Since then, Vijay has carried forward the family legacy with outstanding performances in movies such as Mersal,Master and more.
Jayaram and Kalidas Jayaram: Jayaram has an impressive filmography of over 200 Malayalam films, while his son Kalidas has made a mark in both Malayalam and Tamil cinema. Kalidas recently gained recognition with his role in the film Oru Pakka Kathai
Kasthuri Raja and Dhanush: Kasthuri Raja, an Indian film director, directed several Tamil movies, including his son Dhanush’s debut. Besides directing, Kasthuri Raja has also acted and written lyrics for a few films. Dhanush, a versatile talent in Tamil cinema, is known for his roles as an actor, producer, director, lyricist and playback singer
Mohanlal and Pranav Mohanlal:Mohanlal widely hailed as 'The Complete Actor is a highly acclaimed figure in the Malayalam film industry. His son, Pranav Mohanlal, started his journey in films as a child actor and made his debut as an adult in the 2018 release Aadhi marking a promising start to his career.
Nagarjuna and Naga Chaitanya:Another dynamic father son duo in the industry is Nagarjuna and Naga Chaitanya, who work closely together. In their recent release Bangarraju Nagarjuna appeared alongside both of his sons, Naga Chaitanya and Akhil Akkineni, showcasing their family's talent and bond on screen.
Mammootty and Dulquer Salmaan:One of the most handsome father-son pairs on the list is Mammootty and Dulquer. Mammootty, with a career spanning over 400 films, continues to excel. Dulquer, with his charisma and talent, swiftly captivated the audience and carved his own niche in the industry.
Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan: Megastar Chiranjeevi continues to command a massive fan following to this day, admired by millions. Following in his father's illustrious footsteps, Ram Charan, known for his role in RRR, has carved out a significant fanbase of his own purely through his talent and dedication.
