Few names are as deeply woven into the fabric of Telugu cinema as Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao.
For nearly three decades, his films turned releases into celebrations, shattered box-office records, and built an unmatched emotional bond with Telugu audiences.
His screen presence alone guaranteed frenzy, with even his relatively smaller films matching the biggest hits of other stars.
NTR had 12 children; eight sons and four daughters. Several of his sons stepped into the film industry and established themselves across various segments, including acting, production, dubbing studios, and theatre ownership, contributing significantly to the growth of Telugu cinema.
Even the next generation of the family has stayed connected to films. One such grandson, Chaitanya Krishna, briefly appeared as a lead actor in a couple of films before moving away from acting.
According to information currently circulating on social media, Nandamuri Balakrishna, popularly known as Balayya Babu, is considered the richest among the Nandamuri heroes today.
With back-to-back films, a successful political career, and business interests, his total assets are reportedly estimated at around ₹1,000 crore.
Close behind him is N. T. Rama Rao Jr. (Jr NTR), whose assets are said to be worth approximately ₹450 crore, built through blockbuster films, brand endorsements, and global recognition.
Nandamuri Kalyan Ram follows with an estimated net worth of nearly ₹400 crore, balancing his roles as both an actor and a producer.
At present, Balakrishna, Jr NTR, and Kalyan Ram are the only Nandamuri family members actively involved in the film industry, each continuing the legacy of a family that has shaped Telugu cinema for generations.
