Early Life and Career:
* Born on March 26, 1965, in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
* Started his career in the theatre, performing in several plays.
* Made his film debut in 1994 with the Telugu film "Neede".
Acting Career:
* Known for his versatile performances in various languages including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, and English.
* Has won numerous awards for his acting, including five Filmfare Awards South.
* Notable films:
* *Singam* (Tamil)
* *Ghajini* (Tamil)
* *Wanted* (Hindi)
* *Drishyam* (Malayalam)
* *Singham* (Hindi)
* *Don* (Telugu)
* *Muni* (Tamil)
* *Bommarillu* (Telugu)
* *Pokkiri* (Telugu)
* *Bhairava Geetha* (Telugu)
Other Work:
* Produced several films under his banner, Prakash Raj Productions.
* Hosted the popular reality TV show, "Bigg Boss Telugu."
* Actively involved in social work and is known for his outspoken views on political and social issues.
Awards and Recognition:
* Five Filmfare Awards South
* Three Nandi Awards
* Two SIIMA Awards
* National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor (for *Kanchana*)
* Padma Shri Award (2023)
Personal Life:
* He has been married twice and has three children.
* His first wife was Lalitha Kumari, and they have two daughters.
* He is currently married to Pony Verma.
Prakash Raj is one of the most respected and celebrated actors in India, known for his powerful performances and commitment to his craft. He has achieved immense success in South Indian cinema and has also made a mark in Bollywood and other regional industries.