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Mohan Babu is an Indian actor and film producer known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema. Take a look at films rejected by him.
Initially, the script was offered to Mohan Babu, but he declined the project for reasons best known to him. The story later reached Chiranjeevi, who took it up and delivered a career-defining performance.
He initially reportedly rejected the film which later became a blockbuster, starring himself, after Chiranjeevi initially declined the role.
Mohan Babu's debut movie was Swargam Narakam in 1975. The film was directed by Dasari Narayana Rao.
Mohan Babu's first major breakthrough as an actor came with the 1975 film Swargam Narakam, which also marked his screen name change from Manchu Bhathavatsalam Naidu to Mohan Babu.
Before "Swargam Narakam", Mohan Babu worked as an assistant director in the film industry and later transitioned to acting.
He is known for his versatility, having played both lead roles and antagonist roles with equal success.
Besides acting, Mohan Babu is also a successful film producer and was a Rajya Sabha MP from 1995-2001.