Do you like Manchu Manoj?
You can vote only once.
๐
Like
208
๐
Dislike
104
Bio/Wiki Full Name Manchu Manoj Kumar Nickname Manu, Rocking Star
Physical Stats & More Height 183 cm Eye Color Black Hair Color Black
Educational Qualification(s) College/University Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma (2000-2002) University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) (2002-2004) Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, Oklahoma New York Film Academy Qualifications Diploma of Education, Graphic Design Diploma of Education, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects Course in Acting
Personal Life Zodiac sign Taurus Religion Hinduism Food Habit Non-vegetarian Political Inclination Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Controversies Hospitalised Manchu Manoj triggers allegations of family dispute. In December 2024, Manchu Manoj was reported leaving a hospital with neck brace and leg injury, which prompted allegations of a family dispute with his father. Both parties have filed police complaints, which the family denies.
Relationships & More Marital Status Married Affairs/Girlfriends Pranathi Reddy Bhuma Mounika Marriage Date May 2015 (with Pranathi Reddy) 3 March 2023 (with Bhuma Mounika)
Family Father Mohan Babu Mother Nirmala Devi Manchu Siblings Manchu Vishnu (actor, producer) Lakshmi Manchu (actor, producer) Spouse Pranathi Reddy (m: 2015, div: 2019) Bhuma Mounika (m: 2023) Children Son - Dhairav Daughter - Devasena Other Relatives Father-in-law Bhuma Nagi Reddy (deceased) Mother-in-law Bhuma Shobha Nagi Reddy (deceased) Sister-in-law Bhuma Akhila Priya
Career Debut Telugu Film Major Chandrakanth (1993) as Major Chandrakanth's grandson TV Ustaad Ramp Adidham (2023) on ETV WIN
Awards Year: 1995 Award: National Award (Special Jury) for Punya Bhoomi Naa Desam (1994) Year: 2005 Award: Best Male Debut at the CineMAA Awards for Donga Dongadi (2004) Year: 2010 Award: Nandi Special Jury Award by the state government of Andhra Pradesh for Bindaas (2010) Career Highlights He began his acting career as a child in the Telugu film industry, primarily portraying childhood versions of main characters. Some notable early films include Punya Bhoomi Naa Desam (1994), Peddarayudu (1995), and Khaidi Garu (1998). Manchu Manoj returned to prominence as a lead actor with the film Donga Dongadi (2004). He gained recognition through various films such as Prayanam (2009), Bindaas (2010), and Okkadu Migiladu (2017). His work as an action director or stunt coordinator can be seen in films like Nenu Meeku Telusa? (2008) and Current Theega (2014). A passionate musician, he contributed to soundtracks as a singer and lyricist in multiple films. He established a charitable organization, Manoj Kumarโs Unity, focusing on supporting farmers in 2017. After a break from acting following his divorce in 2019, he became CEO of Namasthe World, a children's merchandise business founded in 2021.
Favourites Food Biriyani Karam Butter Sponge Dosa Nimma Pappu Charu Actors Allu Arjun Arya Fahadh Faasil Actress Rashmika Mandanna
Some Lesser Known Facts 1. He initially worked in the Telugu film industry as a child actor, taking on significant roles in early films before transitioning to leading man.2. A versatile artist, he has authored lyrics and demonstrated talent in singing across several movie soundtracks.3. Manchu Manoj is known for his love of dogs, particularly his pet husky named Zoya.