Raghu Karumanchi
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| Born | Raghu Karumanchi 12 May 1968 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Masters in International Marketing and Information Technology |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2002 - Present |
| Spouse | Vani |
| Children | Jhansi Swaapnika Tejaswi |
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Raghu Karumanchi is an Indian actor who predominantly appears in Telugu cinema as a comedian, and supporting actor. He acted in more than 150 films.[1][2][3] He also led a team called Roller Raghu in the popular comedy show Jabardasth on Eenadu TV Channel.[4] He made his debut as an actor with the film Aadi starring Jr. NTR.[5] He got break as an actor with the film Adhurs.[2] He also acted in 1500 TV episodes in 32 titles on various channels.
Life
His native place is Tenali. He was born and brought up in Hyderabad.[2] His father Venkata Rao is a retired army officer and his mother Sitamahalakshmi is a housewife.[4] He completed his Masters in International Marketing and Information Technology and worked in TVS electronics group for 14 years.[4][6] He is married to Vani on 4 August 2000. She has an M.A in Political science from Nagarjuna University. The couple has two daughters Jhansi Swaapnika and Tejaswi.[2]
Career
He appeared in 1500 TV episodes in 32 titles on various channels.[4] He worked with all the contemporary Telugu heroes[7] except Pawan Kalyan. He worked with almost all contemporary directors except S. S. Rajamouli and Trivikram Srinivas.[citation needed]
Social awareness
He received an award from Prasar Bharati and UNICEF for producing the best short film on saving the girl child in 2006.[8]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Aadi | Erra Srinu / Sri Krishnananda Swamy | |
| 2003 | Dil | ||
| 2005 | The Angrez | ||
| 2008 | Hare Ram | ||
| 2010 | Adhurs | ||
| Brindavanam | |||
| Kalyanram Kathi | |||
| 2011 | Oosaravelli | ||
| Pilla Zamindar | Ramana | ||
| 2012 | Devaraya | Dorababu | |
| Bodyguard | Cash Reddy's friend | ||
| 2013 | Sukumarudu | ||
| Mirchi | |||
| 2014 | Loukyam | Banti | |
| Aagadu | Biriyani Raju | ||
| Yevadu | |||
| Power | Raghu | ||
| Race Gurram | Peddi Reddy's henchman | ||
| Govindudu Andarivadele | |||
| Natu kodi | Not released | ||
| 2015 | Kick 2 | ||
| Temper | Madhav | ||
| The Angrez 2 | |||
| Ketugadu | |||
| Pataas | Mahathi's colleague | ||
| Soukhyam | Bavuji's henchman | ||
| Dagudumootha Dandakor | |||
| 2016 | Supreme | ||
| Oopiri | Police Officer | ||
| Thozha | Tamil film | ||
| Goli Soda | |||
| Speedunnodu | |||
| Ism | |||
| Banthi Poola Janaki | |||
| 2017 | Winner | ||
| Khaidi No. 150 | Ward Corporator | ||
| Samanthakamani | Constable Satyanarayana | ||
| Anando Brahma | |||
| Raja the Great | Kabaddi Team Player | ||
| Balakrishnudu | |||
| 2018 | Kirrak Party | ||
| Devadas | |||
| Geetha Govindam | |||
| 2019 | 90ML | John Wick's henchman | |
| Ruler | Arnold | ||
| Venky Mama | Raghuramaiah | ||
| Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy | Bulli Reddy | ||
| 2020 | Anukunnadi Okkati Ayyandhi Okati | Cult Kameshwar Rao |
References
- ^ "Raghu Karumanchi". maastars.com. Movie Artists Association. Retrieved 18 September 2016.
- ^ a b c d "Interview : Raghu Karumanchi – My role in Adhurs was career defining". 123telugu.com. Mallemala Entertainments. Retrieved 18 September 2016.
- ^ "Telugu Movie Actor Raghu Karumanchi". nettv4u.com. Retrieved 18 September 2016.
- ^ a b c d "అదుర్స్ రఘు బర్త్ డే ఇంటర్వ్యూ..!". cinejosh.com. Retrieved 18 September 2016.
- ^ GV. "Comedian Raghu Karumanchi new films". idlebrain.com. Retrieved 18 September 2016.
- ^ "అవకాశం వస్తే విలన్ పాత్ర చేస్తా". namasthetelangaana.com. Retrieved 18 September 2016.
- ^ "Raghu Karumanchi profile". filmibeat.com. Retrieved 18 September 2016.
- ^ Staff, Reporter. "Prasar Bharati-UNICEF presents awards for short films". news.webindia123.com. Webdunia123. Retrieved 20 September 2016.