On August 22, superstar Chiranjeevi marks his 69th birthday, and the film industry is abuzz with warm wishes for the legendary actor. Known for his impressive contributions to Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada cinema, Chiranjeevi’s milestone has been celebrated by an array of his peers and admirers.
Nagarjuna, a fellow actor and close friend, took to social media to share his heartfelt wishes. On X, he posted a touching message: “Wishing dear @KChiruTweets a wonderful birthday and a great year ahead!! You are an absolute inspiration, and it’s an honor to be your friend!! May God bless you with health and happiness always. #HappyBirthdayChiranjeevi.”
Here’s wishing dear @KChiruTweets a wonderful birthday and a great year ahead!!
you are an absolute inspiration and it’s an honour to be your friend!!
!! May God bless you with health and happiness, all your life💐💐💐#HappyBirthdayChiranjeevi— Nagarjuna Akkineni (@iamnagarjuna) August 22, 2024
Jr NTR also joined in the celebrations with his own tribute: “A very happy birthday Chiranjeevi Garu @KChiruTweets. Wishing you a year filled with joy, success, and good health.”
Allu Arjun conveyed his affection with a simple yet warm note: “Many happy returns of the day to our megastar Chiranjeevi garu. @KChiruTweets.”
Mahesh Babu expressed his good wishes by writing, “Happy birthday @KChiruTweets garu! Wishing you peace, great health, and continued success.”
Venkatesh Daggubati shared a nostalgic photo with Chiranjeevi, adding, “Happy Birthday, my friend @KChiruTweets! Wishing you peace, health, and happiness always.”
Varun Tej reminisced about the influence Chiranjeevi has had on him, sharing throwback photos and a heartfelt message: “Thank you for teaching us to face every struggle with a smile, for being the shoulder to lean on, and for instilling in us the values of love. You’ve always been my biggest inspiration. Wish you a very happy birthday daddy. Love you.”
In addition to the warm messages from his colleagues, Chiranjeevi celebrated his special day in a spiritual manner. He visited the Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Tirumala, accompanied by his wife, Surekha Konidela. At the temple, the star sought blessings from Lord Balaji, greeting fellow devotees with his characteristic warmth.
Chiranjeevi’s illustrious career began in 1978 with his debut in “Punadhirallu.” Over the decades, he has starred in numerous iconic films, including “Khaidi,” which was a significant hit in 1983 and remains a milestone in Telugu cinema. His extensive body of work spans across languages and genres, with notable films such as “Vijetha,” “Indra,” “Shankar Dada M.B.B.S.,” and his recent project, “Bholaa Shankar.”
In recognition of his contributions to Indian cinema, Chiranjeevi was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2006 and recently, the Padma Vibhushan in 2024. He was also honored with the IFFI Indian Film Personality of the Year Award in 2022, highlighting his enduring impact on the film industry.
As Chiranjeevi celebrates another year, the love and respect from his peers and fans underscore his legendary status in the world of cinema.
