Akhil Akkineni is a prominent actor in the Telugu film industry, also known as Tollywood. He was born on April 8, 1994, in San Jose, California, United States. Akhil is the younger son of renowned actor Akkineni Nagarjuna and Lakshmi Ramanaidu Daggubati, making him a part of the prestigious Akkineni film family.
In 1995’s “Sisindri,” Akhil made his acting debut as a young actor and played the lead. He later abandoned acting to concentrate on his studies, though. Akhil returned to acting in films as a lead role after finishing his studies.
His official acting debut as a protagonist came in 2015 with the release of the movie “Akhil: The Power of Jua.” Despite the film’s mixed reception, Akhil’s performance was praised and demonstrated his talent as a budding actor. Since then, he has worked hard to establish himself in Tollywood as a versatile and gifted actor.
Throughout his career, Akhil has worked on numerous projects and experimented with a variety of characters and genres. He has appeared in films like “Hello” (2017) and “Mr. Majnu” (2019), which highlighted his development as an actor and helped him build a sizable fan base.
Akhil is well-known for his endearing demeanour, attractive appearance, and commanding on-screen presence in the Telugu film industry. As he follows in the footsteps of his illustrious family members, he continues to investigate new possibilities and seeks to carve out a place for himself in the business.
Akhil Akkineni got engaged to Shriya Bhupal, a fashion designer, in a private ceremony on December 9, 2016. The engagement took place amidst close family and friends. The news of their engagement created a buzz in the media and among fans, but unfortunately, the couple called off their engagement and decided to part ways later on.
Name | Akhil Akkineni |
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Also Known as | Akhil |
Date of Birth | 08/04/1994 |
Current Residence | Hyderabad, India |
Religion | Hindu |
Nationality | American Born Indian |
Hobbies | Travelling, Hanging Out With Friends |
Father | Akkineni Nagarjuna |
Mother | Amala |
Sibling | Naga Chaitanya (Half-Brother) |
Spouse | N/A |
Children | N/A |
Educational Qualification | BBA |
College (s) | University of South Florida |
School (s) | Oakridge International School |
Debut Movies | |
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Language | Movie Name |
Telugu | Akhil |
Awards List | ||||
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Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
1995 | Filmfare Awards South | Special Award (child actor) | Sisindri | |
2016 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Male Debut | Akhil | |
2016 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Male Debut – South | Akhil | |
2016 | CineMAA Awards | Best Male Debut | Akhil | |
2016 | Santosham Film Awards | Best Male Debut | Akhil | |
2019 | TSR – TV9 National Film Awards | Special Jury Award | Hello |