Popular Telugu actor, politician, and philanthropist Nandamuri Balakrishna has been inducted into the prestigious Gold Edition of the UK-based World Book of Records (WBR) in recognition of his remarkable 50-year career as a leading hero in Indian cinema.
The London-headquartered WBR lauded Balakrishna’s enduring contributions, calling it a rare milestone achieved by only a few in the global film industry. WBR CEO Santosh Shukla praised Balakrishna’s five-decade journey as “an inspirational benchmark in Indian cinema,” commending his ability to reinvent himself while staying rooted in tradition and serving as a cultural bridge between eras.
Congratulatory messages poured in from political leaders across Andhra Pradesh. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu hailed the achievement on X, writing:
“Telugu cinema icon Nandamuri Balakrishna has been honoured by the World Book of Records, UK, for 50 years as a lead hero, a first for an Indian actor.”
Balakrishna’s son-in-law and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh also congratulated him, posting:
“Congratulations to dearest Bala Mavayya on completing a remarkable 50 years in cinema.”
Ministers K. Atchannaidu (Agriculture), Anagani Satya Prasad (Revenue), and K. Durgesh (Tourism) joined in extending their wishes, celebrating the rare honour bestowed upon the veteran actor.
