N. T. Rama Rao Jr.

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{{short description|Indian actor (b. 1983)}}
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{{Infobox person
| name = N. T. Rama Rao Jr.
| image = N.T.Rama Rao Jr. at the RRR Press Meet in Chennai.jpg
| caption = Rama Rao promoting ''[[RRR (film)|RRR]]'' in [[Chennai]], 2021
| birth_name = Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|df=yes|1983|05|20}}
| birth_place = [[Hyderabad]], [[Andhra Pradesh (1956–2014)|Andhra Pradesh]] (present-day [[Telangana]]), India
| occupation = Actor
| years_active = {{Unbulleted list
| 1991, 1997 (child artist)
| 2001–present
}}
| spouse = {{Marriage| Lakshmi Pranathi |2011}}
| children = 2
| father = [[Nandamuri Harikrishna]]
| relatives = {{ubl
| [[N. T. Rama Rao]] (grandfather)
| [[Nandamuri Balakrishna]] (uncle)
| [[Nandamuri Kalyan Ram]] (brother)
}}
| family = See [[List of Indian film families#Nandamuri family|Nandamuri family]]
}}
'''Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr.''' (born 20 May 1983), also known as '''Jr NTR''' or ''' Tarak''', is an Indian actor who primarily works in [[Telugu language|Telugu]] cinema. One of the highest paid Telugu film actors,<ref>{{cite news|title=Highest paid actors in Tollywood|work=[[The Times of India]]|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/Highest-paid-actors-in-Tollywood/Highest-paid-actors-in-Tollywood/photostory/48668711.cms|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160605232732/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/Highest-paid-actors-in-Tollywood/Highest-paid-actors-in-Tollywood/photostory/48668711.cms|archive-date=5 June 2016}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|last=K.|first=Janani|date=25 April 2018|title=Mahesh Babu, Prabhas, Allu Arjun: How much do Tollywood's highest-paid actors earn?|language=en|work=India Today|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/salaries-of-telugu-top-actors-mahesh-babu-ram-charan-jr-ntr-prabhas-allu-arjun-1219752-2018-04-25|url-status=live|access-date=8 August 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180520184110/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/salaries-of-telugu-top-actors-mahesh-babu-ram-charan-jr-ntr-prabhas-allu-arjun-1219752-2018-04-25|archive-date=20 May 2018}}</ref> Rama Rao Jr. has won several accolades, including two [[Filmfare Awards South| Filmfare Awards]], two state [[Nandi Awards]], and four [[CineMAA Awards]]. Since 2012, he has been featured in [[Forbes]] India Celebrity 100 list.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbespr/2018/07/16/forbes-releases-2018-celebrity-100-list-of-the-worlds-highest-paid-entertainers/#645d550a23b5|access-date=14 January 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180716181516/https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbespr/2018/07/16/forbes-releases-2018-celebrity-100-list-of-the-worlds-highest-paid-entertainers/#645d550a23b5|title=Forbes Releases 2018 Celebrity 100 List of the World's Highest-Paid Entertainers|website=[[Forbes]]|archive-date=16 July 2018|url-status=live}}</ref>

Grandson of Indian [[matinee idol]], [[N. T. Rama Rao]] Sr. who was also the former [[List of chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh|Chief Minister of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh]],<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.nytimes.com/1996/01/19/world/n-t-rama-rao-72-is-dead-star-status-infused-his-politics.html|title=N. T. Rama Rao, 72, Is Dead; Star Status Infused His Politics|work=The New York Times|access-date=22 September 2015|first=John F.|last=Burns|date=19 January 1996|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150929024506/http://www.nytimes.com/1996/01/19/world/n-t-rama-rao-72-is-dead-star-status-infused-his-politics.html|archive-date=29 September 2015|url-status=live}}</ref> Rao appeared as child actor in works such as ''[[Brahmarshi Viswamitra]]'' (1991), and ''[[Ramayanam (1996 film)|Ramayanam]]'' (1997), the latter winning the [[National Film Award for Best Children's Film]] for that year. Rao made his debut as a lead actor with ''[[Ninnu Choodalani]]'' (2001). He rose to prominence with the coming-of-age film ''[[Student No. 1]]'' (2001) and the action drama ''[[Aadi (2002 film)|Aadi]]'' (2002).

Rao established himself as a leading actor in [[Telugu cinema]] with works such as ''[[Simhadri (2003 film)|Simhadri]]'' (2003), ''[[Rakhi (2006 film)|Rakhi]]'' (2006), ''[[Yamadonga]]'' (2007), ''[[Adhurs]]'' (2010), ''[[Brindavanam (2010 film)|Brindavanam]]'' (2010), ''[[Baadshah (2013 film)|Baadshah]]'' (2013), ''[[Temper (film)|Temper]]'' (2015)'', [[Nannaku Prematho]]'' (2016), ''[[Janatha Garage]]'' (2016), ''[[Jai Lava Kusa]]'' (2017), ''[[Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava]]'' (2018), and ''[[RRR (film)|RRR]]'' (2022), the latter being his highest-grossing release. He won two [[Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu|Filmfare Awards for Best Actor – Telugu]] for his performances in ''Yamadonga'' and ''Nannaku Prematho''. He is also notable in the television industry. In 2017, he hosted the [[Bigg Boss (Telugu season 1)|first season]] of the Telugu language [[reality TV]] show ''[[Bigg Boss (Telugu TV series)|Bigg Boss]]'' on [[Star Maa]]. Rama Rao Jr. started hosting the fifth season of ''[[Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu]]'' in 2021 on [[Gemini TV]].

== Early life and family ==
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[[File:Jr ntr with father Hari krishna at jai lava kusha event.png|thumb|Rama Rao with his father [[Nandamuri Harikrishna]] at ''[[Jai Lava Kusa]]'' promotional event in 2017]]
Rama Rao was born on 20 May 1983 as son to film actor and politician, [[Nandamuri Harikrishna]] and Shalini Bhaskar Rao. His father is of [[Telugu people|Telugu]] descent and his mother is a [[Kannada people|Kannadiga]], who hails from [[Kundapur]], [[Karnataka]].<ref name="ibtimes">{{Cite web|last=Hooli|first=Shekhar H.|date=20 May 2018|title=Jr NTR's 36th birthday: Mahesh Babu, Mohanlal and other celebs wish Aravinda Sametha star|quote=Jr NTR was born to Telugu film actor and politician Nandamuri Harikrishna and Shalini Bhaskar Rao in Hyderabad on May 20, 1983|url=https://www.ibtimes.co.in/jr-ntrs-36th-birthday-mohanlal-pooja-hegde-other-celebs-wish-aravinda-sametha-star-769643|access-date=1 September 2020|website=International Business Times, India Edition|language=en|archive-date=28 May 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180528002146/https://www.ibtimes.co.in/jr-ntrs-36th-birthday-mohanlal-pooja-hegde-other-celebs-wish-aravinda-sametha-star-769643|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Is Junior NTR a Kannadiga? Know his connections with Kundapura|url=https://newsable.asianetnews.com/entertainment/is-junior-ntr-a-kannadiga-know-his-connections-with-kundapura|access-date=5 December 2020|website=Asianet News Network Pvt Ltd|language=en|archive-date=22 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220122173627/https://newsable.asianetnews.com/entertainment/is-junior-ntr-a-kannadiga-know-his-connections-with-kundapura|url-status=live}}</ref> He is the grandson of Telugu actor and former [[Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh]], [[N. T. Rama Rao]].<ref name=grandson>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/others/news-interviews/I-love-being-called-NTRs-grandsonJr-NTR/articleshow/5572580.cms|title=I love being called NTR's grandson|publisher=Times of India.com|access-date=16 September 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151114151052/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/others/news-interviews/I-love-being-called-NTRs-grandsonJr-NTR/articleshow/5572580.cms|archive-date=14 November 2015|url-status=live}}</ref> Initially named Tarak, he was renamed as N. T. Rama Rao on the suggestion of his grandfather.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Kavirayani|first=Suresh|date=30 August 2018|title=For Harikrishna, family came first|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/tollywood/300818/for-harikrishna-family-came-first.html|access-date=22 July 2021|website=Deccan Chronicle|language=en|archive-date=22 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220122173632/https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/tollywood/300818/for-harikrishna-family-came-first.html|url-status=live}}</ref>

Rama Rao did his schooling at [[Vidyaranya High School]], Hyderabad, and completed his intermediate education at [[St. Mary's College, Hyderabad]].<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.thehansindia.com/cinema/biography/jr-ntr-biography-movies-age-family-more-772345|title=Jr. NTR Biography: Movies, Family, Career, News and Photos |date=7 December 2022 }}</ref>

Rama Rao is a trained [[Kuchipudi]] dancer.<ref name="veethi">{{cite web|url=http://www.veethi.com/india-people/junior_ntr-profile-643-14.htm|title=Junior NTR – Profile and Biography | Veethi|publisher=veethi.com|access-date=25 January 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131019222927/http://www.veethi.com/india-people/junior_ntr-profile-643-14.htm|archive-date=19 October 2013|url-status=live}}</ref> He is the half-brother of actor and producer [[Nandamuri Kalyan Ram]],<ref>[http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/telugu/article/38360.html IndiaGlitz – NTR's Kuchipudi dance in 'Kantri' – Telugu Movie News] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080506190410/http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/telugu/article/38360.html |date=6 May 2008 }}. Indiaglitz.com (5 May 2008). Retrieved on 1 September 2015.</ref><ref>[https://archive.today/20120905054829/http://www.maxtelevision.com/extraaa_shots.php?cp=17&tpgs=72&trec=72 SET MAX | Bollywood Movies Extra Shots Sony Max Television | popular Hindi Movie Channel | IPL cricket live]. Maxtelevision.com (31 October 2014). Retrieved on 1 September 2015.</ref> the nephew of actor and politician [[Nandamuri Balakrishna]] and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, [[N. Chandrababu Naidu]], and the cousin of actors [[Taraka Ratna]] and politician [[Nara Lokesh]].

== Acting career ==
=== 1991–2006: Debut and initial career ===
Rama Rao made his debut in the film ''[[Brahmarshi Vishwamitra]]'' (1991) as a child artiste at the age of seven. Written and directed by his grandfather [[N. T. Rama Rao]], he played the role of [[Bharata (Ramayana)|Bharata]]. After a long gap, he then played the titular role of [[Rama]] in the [[Gunasekhar]]-directed [[mythological film]] [[Ramayanam (1996 film)|''Ramayanam'']] (1997), which won the [[National Film Award for Best Children's Film]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Veteran Telugu film producer MS Reddy dies - Hindustan Times|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/India-news/Hyderabad/Veteran-Telugu-film-producer-MS-Reddy-dies/Article1-780930.aspx|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111213203650/http://www.hindustantimes.com/India-news/Hyderabad/Veteran-Telugu-film-producer-MS-Reddy-dies/Article1-780930.aspx|archive-date=13 December 2011|access-date=4 March 2015}}</ref> His performance in the film received critical appreciation.

Director [[K. Raghavendra Rao]] recommended Rama Rao to [[S. S. Rajamouli]] for his directorial debut ''[[Student No. 1]]'' (2001) during mid-2000 after being impressed with his performance in the auditions and his previous film ''Ramayanam,'' however, the film went under production for too long. He was later signed by producer [[Ramoji Rao]], and decided to work on the romantic drama ''[[Ninnu Choodalani]]'' which marked his debut as a lead actor. By that time, he was only 17.<ref name="grandson" /> ''Student No. 1,'' which released later, went onto be successful while ''[[Subbu]]'' (2001) was a commercial failure.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|last=Kavirayani|first=Suresh|date=11 September 2019|title=Strange series of flops after Rajamouli hits|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/tollywood/100919/strange-series-of-flops-after-rajamouli-hits.html|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200830181908/http://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/tollywood/100919/strange-series-of-flops-after-rajamouli-hits.html|archive-date=30 August 2020|access-date=1 September 2020|website=Deccan Chronicle|language=en}}</ref>

In ''[[Aadi (2002 film)|Aadi]]'' (2002) directed by debutant [[V. V. Vinayak]], he played a man is trying to take revenge on a landlord for the death of his parents. The film was one of the highest-grossers of 2002.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/lf/2002/05/21/stories/2002052100870200.htm|title=Holding fort|access-date=18 June 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140714231207/http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/lf/2002/05/21/stories/2002052100870200.htm|archive-date=14 July 2014|work=[[The Hindu]]|url-status=dead}}</ref> He went to appear in other films such as [[B. Gopal]]'s ''[[Allari Ramudu]]'' (2002) and [[A. M. Rathnam]]'s political thriller ''[[Naaga]]'' (2003). ''[[Simhadri (2003 film)|Simhadri]]'' (2003), his second collaboration with Rajamouli, on a budget of ₹8.5 crore, the film ended up becoming the highest-grossing Telugu film in history at the time.[<ref>{{Cite web|title=Happy birthday Jr NTR: Here are five films that redefined his acting career|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/regional-movies/happy-birthday-jr-ntr-here-are-five-films-that-redefined-his-acting-career/story-Js1cEISrZhKFPcmU6CofRL.html|date=20 May 2020|website=Hindustan Times|language=en|access-date=1 June 2020|archive-date=29 May 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200529211250/https://www.hindustantimes.com/regional-movies/happy-birthday-jr-ntr-here-are-five-films-that-redefined-his-acting-career/story-Js1cEISrZhKFPcmU6CofRL.html|url-status=live}}</ref> He sported a new look, in order to get rid of the youth one, and grew a light beard. giving him the title of ''Young Tiger''. He later quit youth films and started experimenting with faction dramas.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/mp/2003/07/14/stories/2003071401560400.htm|title=Escapist Fare|access-date=18 June 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101128190542/http://hindu.com/thehindu/mp/2003/07/14/stories/2003071401560400.htm|archive-date=28 November 2010|work=[[The Hindu]]|url-status=dead}}</ref>

He next appeared in [[Puri Jagannadh]]'s action drama ''[[Andhrawala]]'' (2004) created much hype but was a [[box office]] failure.<ref name=":0" /> He then starred in action film, ''[[Samba (2004 film)|Samba]]'' (2004) in his second collaboration with Vinayak. Later on he played a dual role in family drama film ''[[Naa Alludu]]'' (2005) and starred in Gopal's ''[[Narasimhudu]]'' (2005) and [[Surender Reddy]]'s ''[[Ashok (film)|Ashok]]''. All the three films failed at the box office.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Narasimhudu is a dud!|url=https://www.rediff.com/movies/2005/may/23nar.htm|access-date=1 September 2020|website=www.rediff.com|archive-date=11 May 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180511024300/http://www.rediff.com/movies/2005/may/23nar.htm|url-status=live}}</ref> His performance in [[Krishna Vamsi]]'s ''[[Rakhi (2006 film)|Rakhi]]'' (2006) is considered to be one of his finest.<ref>{{cite web|title=Rakhi movie review|url=http://www.idlebrain.com/movie/archive/mr-rakhi.html|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170813231201/http://www.idlebrain.com/movie/archive/mr-rakhi.html|archive-date=13 August 2017|access-date=2 August 2017|publisher=[[Idlebrain.com]]}}</ref>

=== 2007–2012: Breakthrough and career fluctuations ===
Rama Rao collaborated with director Rajamouli for the third time for a socio-fantasy film ''[[Yamadonga]]''. For this film, he had to sport a new look by shedding more than 20 kg, as he used to be 94 kg. RamaRao played Raja, a thief who later criticizes and insults [[Yama]] and then suddenly goes into hell due to some bad acts. The film received positive reviews and made him receive [[Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu]]. Actor [[Mohan Babu]] praised Rama Rao's performance in the film. Rama Rao later signed up for the action film ''[[Kantri]]'' which was directed by debutant [[Meher Ramesh]], a protege of [[Puri Jagannadh]]. In 2009, Rama Rao took a year hiatus to campaign for [[Telugu Desam Party]] (TDP) in the 2009 general elections.<ref name="Hinduonnet.com">{{cite news |url=http://www.hinduonnet.com/2009/03/22/stories/2009032253110300.htm |title=The Hindu : Andhra Pradesh News : Redeem Telugu pride, NTR Jr. tells people |publisher=Hinduonnet.com |date=22 March 2009 |access-date=8 April 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090531113748/http://www.hinduonnet.com/2009/03/22/stories/2009032253110300.htm |archive-date=31 May 2009 |url-status=usurped }}</ref><ref name="The Hindu">{{cite news |url=http://www.hindu.com/2009/03/11/stories/2009031156320400.htm |title=Andhra Pradesh / Hyderabad News : Junior NTR to hit the road tomorrow |date=11 March 2009 |access-date=8 April 2010 |location=Chennai, India |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090314001143/http://www.hindu.com/2009/03/11/stories/2009031156320400.htm |archive-date=14 March 2009 |work=[[The Hindu]] |url-status=dead }}</ref>

Rama Rao signed up for the action-comedy ''[[Adhurs]]'', in which he played dual roles for the third time after ''Andhrawala'', and ''Naa Alludu.'' ''Adhurs'' grossed more than {{INR}}300 million.<ref name="IE">{{cite web|author=Namita Nivas|date=18 July 2010|title=An Average Fare|url=http://archive.indianexpress.com/news/an-average-fare/645827/4|work=Indian Express|archive-date=27 March 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180327044018/http://archive.indianexpress.com/news/an-average-fare/645827/4|url-status=live}}</ref> He then returned to romantic films after several years in the romantic comedy ''[[Brindavanam (2010 film)|Brindavanam]]'' (2011), directed by [[Vamsi Paidipally]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.supergoodmovies.com/9302/tollywood/brindavanam-hungama-starts-news-details|title=Brindavanam Hungama Starts|publisher=SuperGoodMovies|access-date=18 June 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101015003522/http://www.supergoodmovies.com/9302/tollywood/brindavanam-hungama-starts-news-details|archive-date=15 October 2010|url-status=dead}}</ref>

Rama Rao collaborated with director Ramesh for the fantasy action film ''[[Shakti (2011 film)|Shakti]]'', and with director [[Surender Reddy]] for the romantic action film ''[[Oosaravelli]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.123telugu.com/interviews/interview-%E2%80%9Cafter-aadi-simhadri-it-will-be-oosaravelli%E2%80%9D-ntr.html|title=After Aadi & Simhadri it will be Oosaravelli|publisher=123Telugu|access-date=8 December 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150826025102/http://www.123telugu.com/interviews/interview-%E2%80%9Cafter-aadi-simhadri-it-will-be-oosaravelli%E2%80%9D-ntr.html|archive-date=26 August 2015|url-status=live}}</ref> The [[Boyapati Srinu]]-directed ''[[Dammu]]'' (2012) become an average grosser.<ref>{{cite news | url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/Happy-with-Dammu-Jr-NTR/articleshow/13067640.cms | title=Happy with Dammu: Jr NTR | access-date=2 August 2017 | work=[[The Times of India]] | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180825181330/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/Happy-with-Dammu-Jr-NTR/articleshow/13067640.cms | archive-date=25 August 2018 | url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=ఆర్ఆర్ఆర్‌కు ఆస్కార్ పక్కా.. డిక్లేర్ చేసిన హాలీవుడ్ నిర్మాత |url=https://telugu.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/hollywood-producer-jason-blum-declares-rrr-will-win-oscar-for-best-film-121673329255194.html |access-date=10 January 2023 |publisher=Hindustan Times Telugu |archive-date=11 January 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230111150247/https://telugu.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/hollywood-producer-jason-blum-declares-rrr-will-win-oscar-for-best-film-121673329255194.html |url-status=live }}</ref>

=== 2013–present: Commercial successes ===
[[File:Rajendhra-Prasad-Nannakuprematho.jpg|thumb|Jr NTR with actor [[Rajendra Prasad (actor)|Rajendra Prasad]] at ''[[Nannaku Prematho]]'' promotional event]]
In ''[[Baadshah (2013 film)|Baadshah]]'', he sported a new look by straightening his curly hair and growing a beard, in order to suit the don image. The film became a [[sleeper hit]]. Baadshah's final figures was over {{INR}}480 million in 50 days. This film was later dubbed into Hindi and Malayalam.<ref>{{cite web |title=NTR Baadshah Review |url=http://www.idlebrain.com/movie/archive/baadshah.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150208030402/http://www.idlebrain.com/movie/archive/baadshah.html |archive-date=8 February 2015 |access-date=18 June 2014 |publisher=Idlebrain.com}}</ref> Rama Rao's next release of 2013, was the revenge drama ''[[Ramayya Vasthavayya]]'', directed by [[Harish Shankar]]. This was the worst period in Rama Rao's career and ''[[Baadshah (2013 film)|Baadshah]]'' was the only film that gave him success. ''Baadshah'' was premiered at the Osaka Asian Film Festival 2014 held in Japan.<ref name="BSH OAFF (JFF) 2014 123T">{{cite web |date=11 February 2013 |title='NTR's Baadshah in Japanese Film Festival' |url=http://www.123telugu.com/mnews/ntrs-baadshah-in-japanese-film-festival.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140222051254/http://www.123telugu.com/mnews/ntrs-baadshah-in-japanese-film-festival.html |archive-date=22 February 2014 |access-date=12 February 2014 |publisher=123telugu.com}}</ref>

In 2015, he starred in ''[[Temper (film)|Temper]]'' directed by director [[Puri Jagannadh]]. The film gave a much-needed success for Rama Rao, after a series of debacles and his performance as a corrupted cop Daya who turns a good doer was appreciated by audience and critics alike.{{Citation needed|date=September 2020}}

Following the success of ''Temper'', Rama Rao worked in ''[[Nannaku Prematho]]'' (2016) directed by [[Sukumar (director)|Sukumar]] under the production of [[Sri Venkateswara Cine Chitra]] and [[Reliance Entertainment]]. He has second [[Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu|Filmfare Award]] for [[Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu|Best Actor – Telugu]] for his performance.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/winners-64th-jio-filmfare-awards-south/articleshow/59192157.cms|title=Winners: 64th Jio Filmfare Awards 2017 (South)|publisher=Times of India|date=19 June 2017|access-date=21 June 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170618065742/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/winners-64th-jio-filmfare-awards-south/articleshow/59192157.cms|archive-date=18 June 2017|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Winners: 64th Jio Filmfare Awards 2017 (South)|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/winners-64th-jio-filmfare-awards-south/articleshow/59192157.cms|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170618065742/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/winners-64th-jio-filmfare-awards-south/articleshow/59192157.cms|archive-date=18 June 2017|access-date=2 August 2017|work=[[The Times of India]]}}</ref> NTR sported a new look with gelled up hair and long beard for the film.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bollywoodlife.com/news-gossip/nannaku-prematho-first-look-jr-ntrs-uber-cool-avatar-from-the-film-will-kick-start-a-new-trend/|title=Jr. NTR's new uber cool look from Nannaku Prematho|work=BollywoodLife.com|date=18 September 2015|access-date=10 March 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170312070638/http://www.bollywoodlife.com/news-gossip/nannaku-prematho-first-look-jr-ntrs-uber-cool-avatar-from-the-film-will-kick-start-a-new-trend/|archive-date=12 March 2017|url-status=live}}</ref> received positive reviews from critics and audience.{{Citation needed|date=September 2020}} The movie eventually turned out to be the highest grosser in Rama Rao's career surpassing [[Baadshah (2013 film)|Baadshah]] with a worldwide gross of {{INRConvert|82.7|c}}.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ibtimes.co.in/nannaku-prematho-box-office-collection-jr-ntrs-film-grosses-total-rs-87-2-crore-lifetime-670535|title=''Nannaku Prematho'' box office report|work=International Business Times|date=13 March 2016|access-date=10 March 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160314012742/http://www.ibtimes.co.in/nannaku-prematho-box-office-collection-jr-ntrs-film-grosses-total-rs-87-2-crore-lifetime-670535|archive-date=14 March 2016|url-status=live}}</ref> Later in the same year, Rama Rao starred in the September release ''[[Janatha Garage]]'', directed by [[Koratala Siva]], where he was cast alongside the [[Malayalam]] actor [[Mohanlal]].<ref name="Times of India">{{cite news|title=NTR-Koratala Siva project launched|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/NTR-Koratala-Siva-project-launched/articleshow/49526532.cms|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151029072426/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/NTR-Koratala-Siva-project-launched/articleshow/49526532.cms|archive-date=29 October 2015|access-date=25 October 2015|newspaper=[[Times of India]]}}</ref> The film registered the highest opening for a Tollywood film in 2016, and was the second highest Tollywood opening of all time, behind ''[[Baahubali: The Beginning]]''.{{Citation needed|date=September 2020}} and became the highest grossing Telugu film of the year.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Hooli|first=Shekhar H.|date=28 December 2016|title=Best of Tollywood 2016: Top 25 highest-grossing Telugu movies of the year|url=https://www.ibtimes.co.in/best-tollywood-2016-top-25-highest-grossing-telugu-movies-year-710121|access-date=1 September 2020|website=International Business Times, India Edition|language=en|archive-date=27 September 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190927094402/https://www.ibtimes.co.in/best-tollywood-2016-top-25-highest-grossing-telugu-movies-year-710121|url-status=live}}</ref>

In 2017, Rama Rao essayed a triple role in ''[[Jai Lava Kusa]]'' under the direction of [[K. S. Ravindra]] on [[N.T.R. Arts]] banner with his half-brother [[Nandamuri Kalyan Ram]] as the producer.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Jai Lava Kusa Box Office Collection: Junior NTR's Film Opens With A Bang, Makes Rs 47 Crore Worldwide|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/jai-lava-kusa-box-office-collection-junior-ntrs-film-opens-with-a-bang-makes-rs-47-crore-worldwide-1754164|access-date=1 September 2020|website=NDTV.com|archive-date=11 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190811185457/https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/jai-lava-kusa-box-office-collection-junior-ntrs-film-opens-with-a-bang-makes-rs-47-crore-worldwide-1754164|url-status=live}}</ref> Jai Lava Kusa collected almost ₹130.90 crore worldwide and was successful at the box office<ref>{{Cite web|last=India|first=The Hans|date=15 November 2017|title=Jai Lava Kusa Final Collections Report|url=https://www.thehansindia.com/posts/index/Cinema/2017-11-15/Jai-Lava-Kusa-Final-Collections-Report/339519|access-date=21 September 2020|website=www.thehansindia.com|language=en|archive-date=27 September 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190927065525/https://www.thehansindia.com/posts/index/Cinema/2017-11-15/Jai-Lava-Kusa-Final-Collections-Report/339519|url-status=live}}</ref> with critics praising his triple role performance.

In 2018, he starred in [[Trivikram Srinivas]]-directed action drama [[Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava|''Aravinda Sametha'']] which went become one of the highest-grossing Tollywood films of the year.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Vyas|date=27 November 2018|title=Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava final box office collections report|url=https://www.thehansindia.com/posts/index/Cinema/2018-11-27/Aravinda-Sametha-Veera-Raghava-final-box-office-collections-report/448692|access-date=1 September 2020|website=www.thehansindia.com|language=en|archive-date=7 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190807163702/https://www.thehansindia.com/posts/index/Cinema/2018-11-27/Aravinda-Sametha-Veera-Raghava-final-box-office-collections-report/448692|url-status=live}}</ref> Trivikram Srivinas credited Rama Rao for success of Aravinda Sametha. He said, “a highly-capable actor like NTR is very rare to find in any generation. When it comes to acting, He is like a torchbearer. Staying in the moment is a very great quality. He is such a rare Actor. NTR has the capability to match his Grandfather. He is disciplined, honest, straight-forward, doesn't get involved in unnecessary issues and goes to any extent to achieve what is necessary. We needn't have to stop such a personality, just need to offer claps during his journey”.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-10-14 |title=Who Said Tarak Can Match Sr NTR? {{!}} Tupaki English |url=http://english.tupaki.com/movienews/article/Trivikram-Srinivas-says-Tarak-Can-Match-Sr-NTR/77668 |access-date=2022-08-21 |website=english.tupaki.com |language=en |archive-date=29 September 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190929200758/http://english.tupaki.com/movienews/article/Trivikram-Srinivas-says-Tarak-Can-Match-Sr-NTR/77668 |url-status=live }}</ref> [[S. S. Rajamouli]]'s magnum opus ''[[RRR (film)|RRR]],'' where Rama Rao playing 20th century freedom fighter [[Komaram Bheem]], opened to massive success.<ref>{{Cite web |title=RRR Review: Jr NTR, Ram Charan Give Sweeping Saga Of Hyper-Heroism All They Have |url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/rrr-review-jr-ntr-ram-charan-give-sweeping-saga-of-hyper-heroism-all-they-have-2842724 |access-date=2022-03-26 |website=NDTV.com |archive-date=26 March 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220326061844/https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/rrr-review-jr-ntr-ram-charan-give-sweeping-saga-of-hyper-heroism-all-they-have-2842724 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|title=Happy Birthday Junior NTR: 'RRR' team wishes their Komaram Bheem with an unseen still – Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/happy-birthday-junior-ntr-rrr-team-wishes-their-komaram-bheem-with-an-unseen-still/articleshow/75840923.cms|access-date=21 September 2020|website=The Times of India|language=en|archive-date=23 May 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200523044135/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/happy-birthday-junior-ntr-rrr-team-wishes-their-komaram-bheem-with-an-unseen-still/articleshow/75840923.cms|url-status=live}}</ref> Rajamouli said, “I would really say there is no other actor on the Indian screen who can do what Tarak did in Komaram Bheemudo song. Showing pain, showing betrayal, showing subjugation to the motherland, but not even batting an eyelid at the oppressor. Not just showing all these emotions, but showing all these emotions in one shot, in one frame. That is like an epic.”<ref>{{Cite web |last=says |first=Siva |date=2022-04-12 |title=No actor can do what NTR did to Komaram Bheem: Rajamouli |url=https://www.telugu360.com/no-actor-can-do-what-ntr-did-to-komaram-bheem-rajamouli/ |access-date=2022-08-21 |website=Telugu360.com |language=en-US |archive-date=21 August 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220821050951/https://www.telugu360.com/no-actor-can-do-what-ntr-did-to-komaram-bheem-rajamouli/ |url-status=live }}</ref> He will be collaborating with [[Koratala Siva]] again, after ''[[Janatha Garage]]'', for his 30th film.<ref>{{Cite web |date=28 April 2022 |title=Koratala Siva promises a big canvas film with Jr NTR's NTR30 |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/koratala-siva-promises-a-big-canvas-film-with-jr-ntr-s-ntr30-1942846-2022-04-28 |access-date=28 April 2022 |website=India Today |language=en |archive-date=28 April 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220428083622/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/koratala-siva-promises-a-big-canvas-film-with-jr-ntr-s-ntr30-1942846-2022-04-28 |url-status=live }}</ref> He has also announced his 31st film with [[Prashanth Neel]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=23 November 2021 |title=Jr NTR shares an exciting update on his next NTR31 with KGF director Prashanth Neel |url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/south/jr-ntr-shares-exciting-update-his-next-ntr31-kgf-director-prashanth-neel-948402 |access-date=28 April 2022 |website=Pinkvilla |language=en |archive-date=28 April 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220428084014/https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/south/jr-ntr-shares-exciting-update-his-next-ntr31-kgf-director-prashanth-neel-948402 |url-status=live }}</ref> This will be produced by [[Mythri Movie Makers]], his second collaboration with them after Janatha Garage. It will also be produced under his home banner, [[N.T.R. Arts]], with [[Nandamuri Kalyan Ram]] as co-producer.

=== Television career ===
Rama Rao hosted the reality show, [[Bigg Boss (Telugu season 1)|''Bigg Boss 1'']] that was broadcast on the [[Star Maa]]. Rama Rao's television debut was a huge success and had a record breaking ratings for Star Maa, making it the number one channel among all the shows.<ref>[http://www.hindustantimes.com/tv/it-s-official-junior-ntr-to-host-telugu-version-of-bigg-boss/story-AnR8fTJD2KcYkP4qXncuCL.html It's official: Junior NTR to host Telugu version of Bigg Boss | tv] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170614084214/http://www.hindustantimes.com/tv/it-s-official-junior-ntr-to-host-telugu-version-of-bigg-boss/story-AnR8fTJD2KcYkP4qXncuCL.html |date=14 June 2017 }}. Hindustan Times (22 April 2016). Retrieved on 10 December 2018.</ref> The show began airing from 16 July 2017.<ref>[http://www.gulte.com/movienews/59331/Jr-NTR-With-12-Celebs-60-Cams-From-July-16th Jr NTR With 12 Celebs & 60 Cams From July 16th] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171107012820/http://www.gulte.com/movienews/59331/Jr-NTR-With-12-Celebs-60-Cams-From-July-16th |date=7 November 2017 }}. Gulte.com (4 July 2017). Retrieved on 10 December 2018.</ref> He has also been as a guest in Telugu reality game show ''[[Meelo Evaru Koteeswarudu]]''<ref>{{Cite web|title=Jr.NTR in Evaru Neelo Koteeswarudu Show Full Episode {{!}} Full episodes, Episode, Shows|url=https://www.pinterest.com/pin/443323157049800051/|access-date=27 September 2020|website=Pinterest|language=en|archive-date=22 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220122173626/https://www.pinterest.com/pin/443323157049800051/|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=» Jr NTR Fondly Calls Nagarjuna 'Babai'|url=https://www.alajadi.com/jr-ntr-fondly-calls-nagarjuna-babai/|access-date=27 September 2020|language=en|archive-date=2 August 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170802093535/http://alajadi.com/jr-ntr-fondly-calls-nagarjuna-babai/|url-status=live}}</ref> and Telugu reality dance shows [[Dhee Ultimate Dance Show|''Dhee 2'']] and [[Dhee Ultimate Dance Show|''Dhee 10'']].<ref>{{Cite news|title=Dhee 10 Finale: Jr NTR graces as a guest; see pics – Times of India|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/telugu/dhee-10-finale-jr-ntr-graces-as-a-guest-see-pics/articleshow/64660405.cms|access-date=27 September 2020|website=The Times of India|language=en|archive-date=11 October 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201011175512/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/telugu/dhee-10-finale-jr-ntr-graces-as-a-guest-see-pics/articleshow/64660405.cms|url-status=live|last1=Chelluri |first1=Sriram }}</ref> In February 2021, he was confirmed to be the host of ''[[Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|date=20 May 2021|title=From debut with Bigg Boss Telugu to comeback with Evaru Meelo Koteeswarulu; here's a look at Jr NTR's successful stint on TV|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/telugu/from-debut-with-bigg-boss-telugu-to-comeback-with-evaru-meelo-koteeswarulu-heres-a-look-at-jr-ntrs-successful-stint-on-tv/photostory/82800443.cms|access-date=19 July 2021|website=The Times of India|language=en|archive-date=22 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220122173632/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/telugu/from-debut-with-bigg-boss-telugu-to-comeback-with-evaru-meelo-koteeswarulu-heres-a-look-at-jr-ntrs-successful-stint-on-tv/photostory/82800443.cms|url-status=live}}</ref> Later, on 10 July 2021, he joined the production of the show.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Reddy|first=Sandeep|date=10 July 2021|title=Junior NTR: 'ఎవరు మీలో కోటీశ్వరుడు' షూటింగ్ లో జూనియర్ ఎన్టీఆర్|url=https://www.hmtvlive.com/movies/junior-ntr-joins-in-evaru-meelo-koteeswarulu-2021-shooting-67694|access-date=19 July 2021|website=www.hmtvlive.com|language=te|archive-date=22 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220122173634/https://www.hmtvlive.com/movies/junior-ntr-joins-in-evaru-meelo-koteeswarulu-2021-shooting-67694|url-status=live}}</ref>

== Personal life ==
=== Family ===
Rama Rao married Lakshmi Pranathi, the daughter of realtor and businessman Narne Srinivasa Rao. Srinivasa Rao's wife is the niece of [[N. Chandrababu Naidu]], who mediated the marriage.<ref>{{Cite web|date=28 February 2019|title=Jr NTR's Father-In-Law Joins YSRCP|url=https://english.sakshi.com/andhrapradesh-politics/2019/02/28/jr-ntrs-father-in-law-joins-ysrcp|access-date=17 May 2021|website=[[Sakshi Post]]|archive-date=22 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220122173626/https://english.sakshi.com/andhrapradesh-politics/2019/02/28/jr-ntrs-father-in-law-joins-ysrcp|url-status=live}}</ref> Their wedding took place on 5 May 2011 in Hyderabad at [[HITEC City|Hitex Exhibition Center]], [[Madhapur]].<ref>{{Cite web|title=The Jr NTR and Lakshmi Pranathi love story: In pics|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/photo/the-jr-ntr-and-lakshmi-pranathi-love-story-in-pics-1680061-2020-05-20/4|access-date=17 May 2021|website=India Today|archive-date=22 January 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220122173626/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/photo/the-jr-ntr-and-lakshmi-pranathi-love-story-in-pics-1680061-2020-05-20/4|url-status=live}}</ref> The couple have two sons.<ref>[http://movies.ndtv.com/regional/jr-ntr-celebrates-birthday-by-posting-10-month-old-sons-pictures-on-twitter-764612 Jr NTR Celebrates Birthday by Posting 10-Month-Old Sons Pictures on Twitter – NDTV Movies] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150721173136/http://movies.ndtv.com/regional/jr-ntr-celebrates-birthday-by-posting-10-month-old-sons-pictures-on-twitter-764612 |date=21 July 2015 }}. Movies.ndtv.com. Retrieved on 1 September 2015.</ref>

Rama Rao is popularly referred to as ''Young Tiger'' in [[Telugu cinema|Tollywood]] and the media.<ref>{{Cite news|url = https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/junior-ntr-turns-38-rare-photos-of-tollywoods-young-tiger/articleshow/82771725.cms|title = Junior NTR turns 38: Rare Photos of Tollywood's Young Tiger – Times of India|website = [[The Times of India]]|access-date = 24 May 2021|archive-date = 17 January 2022|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20220117214210/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/junior-ntr-turns-38-rare-photos-of-tollywoods-young-tiger/articleshow/82771725.cms|url-status = live}}</ref>

=== Political stint and accident ===
Rama Rao was one of the campaigners for the [[Telugu Desam Party]], for the [[2009 Indian general election]] from April to May 2009 in [[Andhra Pradesh]].<ref name="Hinduonnet.com" /><ref name="The Hindu" /><ref name="jrntrtdp">{{cite news |url=http://www.hindu.com/2009/03/28/stories/2009032857040100.htm |title=Front Page : Accident puts brakes on NTR Jr. campaign |date=28 March 2009 |access-date=8 April 2010 |location=Chennai, India |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091225095331/http://www.hindu.com/2009/03/28/stories/2009032857040100.htm |archive-date=25 December 2009 |work=[[The Hindu]] |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.hindu.com/2009/04/11/stories/2009041158670100.htm |title=Front Page : NTR Jr. discharged from hospital |date=11 April 2009 |access-date=8 April 2010 |location=Chennai, India |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090620021048/http://www.hindu.com/2009/04/11/stories/2009041158670100.htm |archive-date=20 June 2009 |work=[[The Hindu]] |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.hindu.com/2009/04/14/stories/2009041459780300.htm |title=Andhra Pradesh / Hyderabad News : Bring back TDP to power: NTR junior |date=14 April 2009 |access-date=8 April 2010 |location=Chennai, India |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110522075211/http://www.hindu.com/2009/04/14/stories/2009041459780300.htm |archive-date=22 May 2011 |work=[[The Hindu]] |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.hinduonnet.com/2009/03/22/stories/2009032253000300.htm |title=The Hindu : Andhra Pradesh News : NTR Jr. lashes out at Chief Minister |publisher=Hinduonnet.com |date=22 March 2009 |access-date=8 April 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110317014353/http://www.hinduonnet.com/2009/03/22/stories/2009032253000300.htm |archive-date=17 March 2011 |url-status=usurped }}</ref> On 26 March 2009, after electioneering, en route to [[Hyderabad]], the SUV in which he was a passenger, was struck head-on with another vehicle, at [[Suryapet]]. He and his companions were thrown out of the SUV and suffered injuries. He was treated at Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, in [[Secunderabad]], where he recuperated well.<ref>[http://www.indianexpress.com/news/junior-ntr-injured-in-car-accident/439797/ Junior NTR injured in car accident – Indian Express] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121217051936/http://www.indianexpress.com/news/junior-ntr-injured-in-car-accident/439797 |date=17 December 2012 }}. Indianexpress.com (27 March 2009). Retrieved on 1 September 2015.</ref>

=== Philanthropy ===
In 2009, Jr. NTR announced his plan to donate ₹20 Lakhs to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to aid flood victims.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/ntr-jr-gives-rs-20-lakhs-to-cm/article29975.ece|title=Jr NTR Donates 20 lakhs to flood victims|work=The Hindu|date=6 October 2009|location=Hyderabad, India|access-date=24 October 2015|archive-date=11 October 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201011175513/https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/NTR-Jr.-gives-Rs-20-lakhs-to-CM/article16885135.ece|url-status=live}}</ref> During the [[Baadshah (2013 film) | Baadshah]] audio function in 2013, a fan passed away due to a stampede and NTR extended his support by donating ₹5 Lakhs to the family of the deceased. Additionally, he pledged to take care of the family following the sudden loss.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://archives.deccanchronicle.com/130318/news-current-affairs/article/fan-crushed-death-audio-release-jr-ntrs-baadshah|title=Fan crushed to death at audio release of NTR's Baadshah|publisher=Deccan Chronicle|date=18 March 2013|location=Hyderabad, India|url-status=dead|access-date=18 June 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141006143532/http://archives.deccanchronicle.com/130318/news-current-affairs/article/fan-crushed-death-audio-release-jr-ntrs-baadshah|archive-date=6 October 2014}}</ref>

In 2014, NTR once again announced a donation of ₹20 Lakhs to the CM's Relief Fund to support those affected by [[Cyclone Hudhud]] in [[Andhra Pradesh]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/NTR-announces-Rs-20-lakhs-for-Hudhud-cyclone-relief-fund/articleshow/44814561.cms|title=NTR announces 20 lakhs for HudHud cyclone relief fund|work=The Times of India|date=14 October 2014|location=Hyderabad, India|access-date=23 October 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141023201413/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/NTR-announces-Rs-20-lakhs-for-Hudhud-cyclone-relief-fund/articleshow/44814561.cms|archive-date=23 October 2014|url-status=live}}</ref>

== Filmography, awards and nominations ==
{{Main|N. T. Rama Rao Jr. filmography and awards}}

== References ==
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== External links ==
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