Allu Arjun, Vijay Deverakonda, and more: The surprising jobs they had before becoming stars

In the glitzy world of the entertainment industry, our favourite movie stars lead lives of luxury and fame. However, behind their current stardom lies a journey of hard work and determination. Many of these celebrated heroes started their careers with regular jobs before making it big in the movies. Let's take a closer look at the inspiring journeys of some of our beloved heroes and the jobs they pursued before entering the world of Telugu cinema.

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Allu Arjun, fondly known as the "Stylish Star," had a unique job before entering the film industry. He worked as an animator, but destiny had different plans for him. His debut in 'Gangotri' (2003) marked the beginning of his rise to fame. The cult classic 'Arya' (2004) earned him a Nandi Special Jury Award and catapulted him to stardom. Allu Arjun's career boasts of several successful films like 'S/O Satyamurthy' (2015), 'Rudhramadevi' (2015), and 'Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo' (2020). His pan-India appeal was further established with 'Pushpa: The Rise' (2021).

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Before becoming the charismatic and rowdy persona on the silver screen, Vijay Deverakonda worked as a tuition master. He entered the film industry with his debut in 'Nuvvila' (2011) but gained widespread recognition and acclaim for his role in the coming-of-age drama 'Yevade Subramanyam' (2015). His breakthrough came with 'Arjun Reddy' (2017), which established him as a leading actor. Subsequently, he delivered several box office hits, including 'Geetha Govindam' (2018) and 'Taxiwaala' (2018), solidifying his position as a star hero.

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The towering and handsome Gopichand started his career as a newsreader in a popular TV channel. His debut film 'Tholi Valapu' (2001) didn't make much impact, but he gained recognition playing antagonist roles in films like 'Jayam' (2002) and 'Varsham' (2004). It was the film 'Yagnam' (2004) that gave him the much-needed breakthrough. He earned the monikers "Action Star" and "Macho Star" for his dynamic performances in action-packed roles.

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Before setting foot in the film industry, Sudheer Babu excelled as a badminton player. He was ranked Number 1 in both Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka and even played as a doubles partner alongside the renowned Pullela Gopichand. Sudheer made his debut as a lead actor in 'Shiva Manasulo Shruti' (2012). His talent and dedication were evident in successful films like 'Prema Katha Chitram' (2013) and 'Sammohanam' (2018). He is all set to portray Gopichand's character in the latter's biopic.

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Mohan Babu, the versatile actor with a repertoire of over 500 films, had a modest beginning as a gym teacher at the YMCA College of physical education. His introduction to scriptwriter Dasari Narayana Rao marked a turning point in his life. Babu's acting career took off with the film 'Swargam Narakam' (1975), where he portrayed a villain. His exceptional performances in various roles earned him immense fame and respect in the film industry.

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One of the most beloved comedians in Indian cinema, Brahmanandam, had a different career path before tickling our funny bones. He worked as a Telugu lecturer after completing his Master of Arts degree. Alongside his teaching job, he pursued theatre and mimicry. His talent caught the attention of director Jandhyala, leading to his breakthrough role in the film 'Aha Naa Pellanta!' (1987). Brahmanandam holds the Guinness World Record for the most screen credits for a living actor and has won numerous awards for his impeccable comic timing.

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