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Nagarjuna Turns 66: On actor’s birthday, explore the Tollywood legend’s net worth, career-defining movies, and details of his much-anticipated 100th film project.
Nagarjuna turned 66 today, on August 29. (Image: X, formerly Twitter)
Nagarjuna turned a year older on August 29, and his millions of fans are celebrating the day by showering the actor with immense love. The prominent figure in Telugu cinema, known for his impeccable acting skills and charismatic persona, has been part of the film industry for over three decades, and continues to win hearts with his performances. On his 66th birthday, we have looked into his staggering net worth, top movies and upcoming projects.
Nagarjuna’s Net Worth
The Kuberaa actor has multiple sources of income, contributing to his massive net worth, making him one of the richest actors in Tollywood. He is counted as the most successful actor with a net worth of USD 410 million (approximately Rs 3,572 crore), according to Moneycontrol.
As per Indiatimes, the actor charges an impressive fee of around Rs 20 crore per movie, Rs 5 crore per episode of a television show, and over Rs 2 crore for brand endorsements. Upon totalling, his monthly income accounts to Rs 4 crore, placing himself among the top taxpayers in the country.
Besides his appearances in several blockbuster hits in his career, Nagarjuna has also built his swanky fortune from his multiple investments in businesses like real estate, production, and sports franchises.
The veteran star owns one of Tollywood’s biggest production houses and studios, named the Annapurna Studios, as well as a real estate and construction firm titled N3 Realty Enterprises.
As per a report by Dainik Bhaskar, the total value of his properties is around Rs 900 crore. Additionally, Nagarjuna has three sports franchises, several luxurious residences in Hyderabad, a private jet and multiple expensive cars parked in his home’s garage.
Nagarjuna’s Top Movies
Nagarjuna has delivered several blockbuster hits as well as critically acclaimed movies. Check out the five top movies in his list –
- Oopiri (2016): Also known as Thozha in Tamil, the movie was the second-highest blockbuster hit movie in Nagarjuna’s list after Brahmastra Part 1: Shiva. This tells a heartwarming story about the friendship between a millionaire and his caregiver.
- Soggade Chinni Nayana (2016): The same year, Nagarjuna had yet another box office stunner with the fantasy action-comedy movie. Here, the actor plays a dual role in the movie.
- Annamayya (1997): A biographical film about the life of the 15th-century saint-poet of the same name, is also counted amongst the top movies in the actor’s list.
- Geethanjali (1989): Directed by Mani Ratnam, the romantic drama is extremely admired for its poignant storyline. It showcases Nagarjuna as a young man facing a terminal illness, and leads to a rollercoaster ok emotions.
- Shiva (1989): One of the critically acclaimed movies in Nagarjuna’s list is the 1989 movie, directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The movie is also considered as a landmark film in Telugu cinema for its realistic portrayal of violence and the actor’s intense performance.
Apart from the aforementioned list, many other movies, including Criminal, Khuda Gawah and more, are also counted amongst the top films in his list.
Nagarjuna’s Upcoming Projects
The actor, who has been part of several Hindi, Telugu and Tamil movies in his career spanning three decades, was last seen in the 2025 movie Coolie with Superstar Rajinikanth.
Directed by Tamil filmmaker Ra Karthik, the landmark film in the birthday boy’s career is an action entertainer and produced by Annapurna Studios. If rumours are to be believed, the movie will be a remake of the Tamil film Ayothi, released in 2003.
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