Fondly called as Victory Venkatesh, debuted as a hero with 'Kaliyuga Pandavulu', through Chinthakayala Ravi he has done over 55 films completing 21 years in Tollywood. The heartthrob of a vast number of fans in Andhra Pradesh turns 47 today. Today he is regarded amongst the top star heroes with the highest rate of success to his credit. A number of heroines like Kushboo, Tabu, Katrina Kaif who debuted opposite him went on to become top heroines in film industry.

Venkatesh's films present the elements like humor, sentiment, action, and drama in a well balanced way, which takes him close to family audience. He is also noted as a producers' hero, for the films casting him will always cross the mark of minimum profits. Further his way of experimenting with novel themes and encouraging technicians, choosing to play versatile roles, has always raised expectations of audience when ever his film is due for release.

Venkatesh is also widely known for his interest in philosophy. Recently, he expressed his desire to play the character of Swamy Vivekananda and also suggested that it would come out well if the biography is made as a series for small screen rather than a silver screen product.

'Adavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule' was his last blockbuster which was a super duper hit in India and abroad. His latest 'Krishnam Vange Jagadgurum' begins today on this special occasion. Daggubati Vekatesh who's always commingled with versatility celebrates his birthday today on December 13th.

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