Raghu Karumanchi
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.
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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(s) | Vani |
| Children | Jhansi Swaapnika Tejaswi |
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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.
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.
- "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.
- "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.