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Pawan Kalyan to NTR: Actors who became big politicians

Last updated on - Jun 12, 2024, 17:41 IST
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'Ye Pawan nahi aandhi hai': PM Modi on Pawan Kalyan

A notable personality within the Telugu film realm, Pawan Kalyan has made an enduring impression on Tollywood with his exceptional acting and charismatic presence.


In 2014, he founded his own political party, JSP, and in 2024, he has sworn in as the deputy chief minister of Andhra Pradesh. (Photo: ANI)

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'Future of Bihar': PM Modi on Chirag Paswan

Chirag Paswan, the leader of Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), is poised to continue his father's political legacy. Son of the late former Union minister Ram Vilas Paswan, a prominent figure in Bihar, Chirag has been appointed to the Cabinet of PM Modi's third administration. He took charge of the food and processing industry in the 18th Lok Sabha. (Photo: ANI)
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Telugu cinema legend: N T Ramarao

After his career in the Telugu film industry, he found the TDP and served 3 terms as CM of Andhra Pradesh between 1983-1995. (Photo: TOI)

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'Representative of India's daughters': PM Modi on Kangana Ranaut

Actor-politician and BJP candidate Kangana Ranaut secured a victory in the Mandi Lok Sabha seat. The renowned 'Queen' actress expressed to reporters her deep emotional connection to the outcome in Mandi, stating that her "motherland" had called her back. (Photo: Agencies)

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'Hind ka sitara': Manoj Tiwari from Northeast Delhi

​Manoj Tiwari, an Indian politician, actor, and singer, is affiliated with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and has served as a public representative in Delhi's political landscape.


Rising to prominence in the local film sector, Tiwari featured in several hit Bhojpuri films, garnering significant praise and acknowledgment. His debut film, "Sasura Bada Paisawala," released in 2003, proved to be a commercial success. ​(Photo: PTI)



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'Actor turned politician forever': Ravi Kishan from Gorakhpur

Actor turned politician, Ravi Kishan won the Gorakhpur seat in Lok Sabha elections 2024.

The 'Maamla legal hai' actor said in an interview, "actor turned politician forever, not opposite." ​(Photo: PTI)



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'The saffron star of Kerala': Suresh Gopi

The actor-turned-politician, Suresh Gopi, made history in Kerala by becoming the first BJP Lok Sabha member from the state and was subsequently appointed as the Minister of State for Tourism and Culture in the NDA Cabinet 3.0. (Photo: Agencies)



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'Dream Girl': Hema Malini from Mathura​

Hema Malini, the actress-turned-politician and BJP candidate for the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency, says she views herself as a 'gopi' of Lord Krishna and expressed her belief that since Lord Krishna loves the "Brijwasis," he will bless her if she serves them sincerely. She added, "I am, therefore, committed to serving the Brijwasis with dedication." ​(Photo: Agencies)



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From soap star to union minister: ​Smriti Irani

Smriti Irani, a member of BJP who recently lost Lok Sabha elections from Amethi constituency, is recognized for her political acumen and strong family values.

She gained widespread fame for her iconic portrayal of ‘Tulsi’ in Ekta Kapoor’s ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ on Star Plus before transitioning into politics. (Photo: Agencies)

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3 time Lok Sabha MP: Raj Babbar

Actor and congress candidate Raj Babar lost the Gurgaon seat in the Lok Sabha elections 2024 by a significant margin.

He was a 3 time member of Lok Sabha and a 2 time member of Rajya Sabha. He was the state president of the UP congress committee. (Photo: TOI)

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