Tollywood star Ram Charan marked his father Megastar Chiranjeevi's birthday on 22 August with an emotional tribute on X, calling the veteran actor his 'first hero' and the greatest source of strength in his life. The post drew widespread attention from fans across Telugu cinema.

Ram Charan's Birthday Message

The RRR actor shared a heartfelt note on his official X handle, addressing Chiranjeevi by the Telugu word for father — Nanna. In his post, Ram Charan wrote: 'Happy Birthday Nanna @KChiruTweets You have been my first hero, my biggest inspiration and someone I can always turn to. Through every high and low, your love, guidance and belief in me have been my greatest strength. I feel truly blessed to have you in my life. Wishing you good health, happiness and many more wonderful years ahead. Love you more than words can say, Nanna.'

Pawan Kalyan's Childhood Memories

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and actor Pawan Kalyan, Chiranjeevi's younger brother, also took to social media with a nostalgic tribute, revisiting memories from their shared childhood. Pawan Kalyan recalled how his elder brother commanded admiration long before his film career began.

'In my school days, just walking beside him was a proud moment. I used to feel like I am walking with the world's most important person; by then, he was just in college. When he used to ride my father's bike (Bullet - 350 cc) with his curly long hair, fit NCC Cadet body with bell bottoms and glasses - oh! it was an absolutely fanboy and hero-worshipping moment,' Pawan Kalyan wrote, adding, 'My Annaya was always a Hero for me even before he became a Hero.'

The Blue Bag Story

Pawan Kalyan also shared a specific memory from Chiranjeevi's early film career, describing the gifts the Megastar brought home from his first trip to Singapore. 'In that blue bag I found my first tiny Lego helicopter, few remote cars, racing track, some comics, music tapes, tape recorder, scented Yardley Co. powders, soaps, few perfumes and other small gifts to others. He always brought joy and smiles into our small home,' Pawan Kalyan recalled.

Chiranjeevi's Legacy in Telugu Cinema

Chiranjeevi, widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Tollywood, has had a career spanning several decades, earning the title of Megastar from generations of fans. His son Ram Charan has carried that legacy forward, earning global recognition with the SS Rajamouli-directed blockbuster RRR. The birthday tributes from both Ram Charan and Pawan Kalyan underline the close-knit bonds within one of Telugu cinema's most celebrated families.