Naga Chaitanya Explained

Naga Chaitanya
Birth Name:Akkineni Naga Chaitanya
Birth Date:23 November 1986
Birth Place:Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Alma Mater:St. Mary's College, Hyderabad
Occupation:Actor
Years Active:2009–present
Father:Nagarjuna
Spouse:
    Family:Daggubati–Akkineni family

    Akkineni Naga Chaitanya (pronounced as /te/; born 23 November 1986) is an Indian actor who primarily works in Telugu cinema. He has received one Filmfare Award South and one Nandi Award for his work.[1] [2]

    Son of actor Nagarjuna, Chaitanya made his acting debut in 2009 with Josh, which won him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut – South. He achieved his career breakthrough with the romantic drama Ye Maaya Chesave (2010) and went on to star in notable films such as 100% Love (2011), Tadakha (2013), Manam (2014), Premam (2016), Rarandoi Veduka Chudham (2017), Majili (2019), Venky Mama (2019), Love Story (2021), and Bangarraju (2022), while receiving the Nandi Award for Best Supporting Actor for Manam and three Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu nominations for Ye Maaya Chesave, Premam, and Love Story.[3] In 2022, Chaitanya made his Hindi film debut with the comedy drama Laal Singh Chaddha.

    In addition to his film career, Chaitanya is the owner of the cloud kitchen chain Shoyu and is a celebrity endorser for numerous brands and products. He was married to actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu from 2017 to 2021.[4]

    Early life and family

    Chaitanya was born on 23 November 1986 in Hyderabad to actor Akkineni Nagarjuna and Lakshmi Daggubati.[5] [6] [7] His paternal grandfather, actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao and his maternal grandfather, producer D. Ramanaidu are prominent figures in Telugu cinema.[8] Chaitanya's parents got divorced when he was a child. Both his parents later remarried. While Nagarjuna married former actress Amala Mukherjee, Lakshmi married Sharath Vijayaraghavan, a corporate executive at Sundaram Motors.[9] Chaitanya has a paternal half-brother, actor Akhil Akkineni[10] and a maternal step brother. His maternal uncle Venkatesh and first cousins Rana Daggubati, Sumanth and Sushanth are also actors.[11]

    Chaitanya grew up in Chennai, where he was raised for years.[12] He was educated at Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan, Chennai[13] and at AMM School, Chennai. He then completed his graduation from St. Mary's College, Hyderabad.[14] He expressed his desire to Nagarjuna to take up acting as his profession during his second year in college.[15] He enrolled in a three-month acting course in Mumbai. He received further training in acting and martial arts in Los Angeles, apart from taking voice and dialogue coaching for one year before making his acting debut.[16] [17]

    Career

    Debut and breakthrough (2009–2012)

    Chaitanya debuted in 2009 with the film Josh, directed by Vasu Varma, in which he played a college student.[18] Rediff.com wrote: "As a debutant, Naga Chaitanya has performed well. He has his moments where he's proven himself. There is always scope for improvement and one hopes that he will hone his skills in the years to come."[19] Chaitanya won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut - South.[20]

    He next starred in the 2010 romantic drama Ye Maaya Chesave, directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, which was simultaneously shot in Tamil as Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa, with a different cast and climax.[21] He played a Hindu Telugu assistant director who falls in love with a Christian Malayali girl. A reviewer from Sify.com wrote: "Naga Chaitanya is at home in romantic scenes. His asset is his voice and his casual acting style. Chaitanya has improved his performance from his first film. He can now confidently act in more romantic films and strengthen his position." However, the reviewer felt that he should concentrate on his looks as he felt that Chaitanya looked "very boyish".[22] The film was a success at the box office and went on to receive a cult status.[23] He also received a nomination for Filmfare Award South for Best Actor Male.[24] [25]

    After Ye Maaya Chesave, he paired up with Tamannaah Bhatia in 2011 for love story titled 100% Love, in which he played a studious and egotistical college student who is the top ranker of his college. It was a box office success.[26] 123telugu stated, "Naga Chaitanya is suave to the level of being egoist. He performs well and gives a calm skin to his character."[27] His next film was Dhada (2011). The Times of India wrote, "After good performances in his last two films, Naga Chaitanya doesn't live up to expectations. He has the same expression stuck on his face throughout the movie."[28]

    His next release that year was Bejawada, directed by Vivek Krishna. The film saw Chaitanya portraying the role of a college student-turned-gangster. The film received negative reviews, with critics calling it his worst film.[29] [30] His performance was also panned by critics. The Times of India wrote: "This film might have even outdone "Dhada", in being called the worst film of Chaitanya's career. While the young actor still needs to work on his facial expressions, he was saddled with a poorly sketched character in this film, devoid of all heroism, and he fails to rise above it."[31]

    Career fluctuation and progressions (2013–2018)

    Chaitanya's next film, Tadakha in 2013, was an official remake of N. Lingusamy's Tamil action film Vettai. The Hindu wrote: "Naga Chaitanya shows tremendous improvement even his last outing, the debacle called Bejawada. He is in sync with his role, exudes over confidence and seems to have had funny stunt sequences and comic portions. Reprising a role played by an established actor like Arya is no mean task and Chaitanya pulls it off rather well."[32] The film was commercially successful, giving the actor a much needed break.[33]

    In 2014, Chaitanya appeared in the period-drama Manam, which also featured his grandfather, Akkineni Nageswara Rao, and father, Nagarjuna.[34] He played two roles in the film, which were of a middle class father in 1983 and a happy-go-lucky college student. Deccan Chronicle wrote: "Naga Chaitanya has done a decent job and compared to his earlier films he matured a lot as an actor."[35] Sify.com wrote "There is lot of improvement in Naga Chaitanya's acting. He looks natural and has done justice to his role."[36]

    His next release was the political-drama Autonagar Surya, directed by Deva Katta, in which he played Surya, a skilled mechanic.[37] Upon release, the film received mixed reviews from critics, who however appreciated Chaitanya's performance in the film calling it one of his best efforts. The film ended up as a flop.[38] The Hindu wrote: "One rarely gets to see Naga Chaitanya smiling in this film. Chaitanya brings in the right amount of grit and intensity required for his role and shows that he can carry a film on his shoulders with the help of an able director."[39] He later starred in romantic comedy Oka Laila Kosam in 2014. The Times of India wrote, "Oka Laila Kosam is a simple love story which doesn't quite leave you with a big smile on your face, but it has enough mojo, if you are a big sucker for romance."[40] In 2015, he played the lead in the action-crime drama Dohchay, directed by Sudheer Varma.[41]

    In 2016, he starred in the remake of the 2015 Malayalam cult-romantic film Premam, of the same name, alongside Shruti Hassan.[42] The film became a commercial success.[43] Times of India noted, "Naga Chaitanya shows the variation in his portrayal that leave you in awe of him and makes you wonder why he never showed the prowess before."[44] After the success of Premam, his next release was Sahasam Swasaga Sagipo, released two days after demonetisation and won him critical acclaim.[45] received positive reviews.[46] The New Indian Express stated, "Naga Chaitanya's casting for a role like this was spot on, and the actor delivers one of his finest performances till date".[47] [48] [49] In 2017, he had two releases. Firstly, the family drama Rarandoi Veduka Chudham, directed by Kalyan Krishna opposite Rakul Preet Singh.[50] Firstpost wrote, "Naga Chaitanya has, quite clearly, put his best foot forward. In this film, he doesn't let his silence do most of the talking, his body language is different and the actor does a pretty job.[51] Secondly, the thriller film Yuddham Sharanam opposite Lavanya Tripathi.[52] [53]

    Chaitanya starred in a brief role in the 2018 Savitri's biopic, Mahanati, directed by Nag Ashwin, which was a huge hit. He played his grandfather Nageswara Rao.[54] In the same year, he starred in Maruthi-directed Shailaja Reddy Alludu alongside Anu Emmanuel and Ramya Krishnan. Hindustan Times wrote, "The film is a commercial entertainer and the same old formula of a sincere son-in-law who helps his lady love's family is presented well." Two months later, his next film, the thriller Savyasachi directed by Chandoo Mondeti featured Chaitanya in the role of an ambidextrous man. India Today wrote, "Chaitanya does his part well but looks caricaturish in the romantic portions and they test your patience."[55] [56]

    2019–present

    Chaitanya featured in the 2019 film Majili along with Samantha Ruth Prabhu, in their fourth film together.[57] With a gross of, Majili become the highest-grossing film in Chaitanya's career.[58] The Hindu noted, "As Poorna, we see a new Naga Chaitanya. He looks the part and shines in his portrayal of a young, aspiring cricketer."[59] [60] India Today stated, "Naga Chaitanya has delivered his career-best performance as Purna. As a grief-stricken guy, he shines in the portions where he is still recovering from his tragic break-up."[61] Later that year, he starred in Venky Mama alongside his maternal uncle Venkatesh and Raashi Khanna. The film was a profitable venture, grossing .[62] [63]

    In 2021, Chaitanya starred as a lower caste boy in the film Love Story opposite Sai Pallavi.[64] The film grossed over ₹90 crore at the box office, and became a commercially successful venture.[65] Deccan Chronicle noted, "Naga Chaitanya delivers his career's best; he's brilliant as a guy constantly facing caste discrimination yet moving on. Indeed, he had to unlearn much for the role, which is evident in his performance." While Times of India wrote, "Naga Chaitanya easily delivers one of his career's best performances. He is handed a character that's sensitive, polite and someone who's not afraid to go the extra mile for love – and he pulls it off well."[66] [67]

    Chaitanya had three releases in 2022. He appeared in Bangarraju along with his father, Nagarjuna Sakshi stated, "Nagarjuna and Chaitanya are the core strength of the film".[68] The film received mixed reviews but was a commercial success.[69] [70] He next appeared in Thank You with Raashi Khanna.[71] The film received mixed to negative reviews, The Hans India wrote "Though, Chaitanya nailed it with his performance but that is not sufficient to save this rudderless drama with no proper mission."[72] [73] Chaitanya made his Hindi film debut with Laal Singh Chaddha, his final release of the year.[74] [75] He played an army officer alongside Aamir Khan. It was declared a box office bomb, but became the highest-grossing Hindi film of 2022 at international box office.[76] Filmfare noted, "Naga Chaitanya isn't playing the central character, but manages to leave an impact through his sincerity and commitment to the role."[77]

    In 2023, he played a constable in the Telugu-Tamil bilingual film, Custody, alongside Krithi Shetty. It marked his Tamil debut.[78] [79] Hindustan Times wrote, "Naga Chaitanya plays his part quite well and this is definitely an attempt worth some praise."[80] Chaitanya then made his digital debut with the Amazon Prime Video's web series, Dhootha, where he played an investigation journalist alongside Priya Bhavani Shankar.[81] Hindustan Times stated, "Dhootha gives Naga Chaitanya the chance to do something he hasn't before – shed his 'good boy' image. His performance might not always land, but he keeps you invested in most of the episodes that require him to do the heavy-lifting."[82]

    In 2024, Chaitanya is set to star in an upcoming film titled Thandel, featuring Sai Pallavi as the female lead. The movie is helmed by director Chandoo Mondeti.[83]

    Personal life

    Chaitanya met actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu on the sets of Ye Maaya Chesave in 2010 and after being in a relationship since November 2015, Chaitanya got engaged to Samantha on 29 January 2017.[84] Later that year, they married in Goa, in a Hindu religious ceremony on 6 October and a Christian ceremony on 7 October. Both were private ceremonies, where only close friends and family were present. The public fondly called them as "ChaySam".[85] [86] After much speculated rumours, Chaitanya and Samantha announced their separation on 2 October 2021, ending their four years of marriage.[87]

    On 8 August 2024, Chaitanya got engaged to actress Sobhita Dhulipala, following a courtship of two years.[88] [89]

    Other work and media image

    Chaitanya is considered as one of the most popular and highest paid Telugu actors.[90] Mayukh Majumdar of Filmfare termed him a "star down South".[91] Karthik Kumar of Hindustan Times noted, "Chaitanya has proved himself as the heartthrob of Telugu cinema with his good looks and his romantic films."[92] In Rediff.coms list of "Top 5 Telugu actors", he was placed second in 2010.[93]

    Chaitanya has frequently featured on the Hyderabad Times' Most Desirable Men list. He ranked 12th in 2017, 7th in 2018, 11th in 2019 and 6th in 2020.[94] [95] [96] [97] Chaitanya has also been associated with social causes. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he donated Rs 25 lakhs, to support daily wage workers in the film industry.[98] Chaitanya is a celebrity endorser for brands and products including Ariel, Big Bazaar and Colgate among others.[99] [100] In 2016, he also became the brand ambassador of Tollywood Thunders in the first season of the Celebrity Badminton League.[101]

    In 2022, Chaitanya started his own chain of cloud kitchen brand "Shoyu" in Hyderabad.[102] Chaitanya also ventured into Motor Racing by acquiring the ownership of Motorsport racing team "Hyderabad Blackbirds (HBB)".[103]

    Filmography

    Films

    List of Naga Chaitanya film credits
    YearTitleRoleNotes
    2009 JoshSathya
    2010Ye Maaya Chesave Karthik
    Vinnaithaandi VaruvaayaaHimself
    2011100% Love Balu Mahendra [104]
    Dhada Vishwa
    Bejawada Shiva Krishna
    2013 Tadakha Karthik [105]
    2014 Manam Nagarjuna / Radha Mohan [106]
    Autonagar Surya Surya
    Oka Laila Kosam Karthik
    2015 Dohchay Chandu
    Krishnamma Kalipindi Iddarini Himself Cameo
    2016PremamVikram Vatsalya [107]
    Aatadukundam Raa Himself Cameo
    Sahasam Swasaga Saagipo Rajinikanth Muralidhar[108]
    2017 Rarandoi Veduka Chudham Shiva
    Yuddham Sharanam Arjun
    2018Mahanati Akkineni Nageswara RaoCameo[109]
    Shailaja Reddy AlluduChaitanya 'Chaitu'
    Savyasachi Vikram Aditya
    2019 Majili Poorna Chandra Rao [110]
    Oh! Baby Young Chanti Cameo
    Venky Mama Capt. Karthik Shivaram Veeramachineni
    2021Love Story Revanth [111]
    2022Bangarraju Chinna Bangarraju[112]
    Thank You Abhiram "Abhi"[113]
    Laal Singh Chaddha Balaraju "Bala" BodiHindi film [114]
    2023Custody P.C A. Shiva Simultaneously shot in Tamil[115]
    RajuFilming [116]

    Television

    Awards and nominations

    List of Naga Chaitanya awards and nominations
    YearAwardCategoryWorkResult
    2010CineMAA AwardsBest Male DebutJosh[118]
    57th Filmfare Awards SouthBest Male Debut – South
    201158th Filmfare Awards SouthBest Actor – TeluguYe Maaya Chesave[119]
    CineMAA AwardsBest Actor
    South Scope Cinema AwardsRising Star of South Cinema
    20121st South Indian International Movie AwardsBest Actor – Telugu100% Love[120]
    20154th South Indian International Movie AwardsManam[121]
    Best Actor Critics – Telugu
    Nandi AwardsBest Supporting Actor[122]
    2016TSR – TV9 National Film AwardsSpecial Appreciation AwardPremam[123]
    201764th Filmfare Awards SouthBest Actor – Telugu[124]
    15th Santosham Film AwardsBest Actor[125]
    Zee Cine Awards TeluguEntertainer of the YearRarandoi Veduka Chudham[126]
    2019TSR – TV9 National Film AwardsSpecial Jury AwardShailaja Reddy Alludu[127]
    202267th Filmfare Awards SouthBest Actor – TeluguLove Story[128]
    10th South Indian International Movie AwardsBest Actor – Telugu[129]

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    71. News: 26 October 2020 . Naga Chaitanya launches next film titled Thank You on Dussehra; see photos from muhurat shot . . 13 February 2021.
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    74. Web site: Naga Chaitanya makes Bollywood debut, joins cast of Aamir Khan's Laal Singh Chaddha . The New Indian Express . 4 May 2021. 4 May 2021.
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    85. Web site: 15 November 2017 . Naga Chaitanya and Samantha Ruth Prabhu's wedding reception: Allu Arjun, Chiranjeevi, Rana Daggubati and Nandamuri Balakrishna among others in attendance . live. https://web.archive.org/web/20180612140552/http://indianexpress.com/photos/entertainment-gallery/naga-chaitanya-and-samantha-ruth-prabhu-wedding-reception-chiranjeevi-allu-arjun-rana-daggubati-ram-charan-ss-rajamouli-4936586/. 12 June 2018. 8 June 2018 . The Indian Express.
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    87. Web site: 2 October 2021 . Samantha Akkineni, Naga Chaitanya confirm divorce, share note about 'difficult time' . 2 October 2022 . Hindustan Times.
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    103. Web site: 16 September 2023 . Naga Chaitanya Acquires Motorsport Racing Team – Hyderabad Blackbirds . 28 October 2023 . Deccan Chronicle..
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