Chiranjeevi shares an emotional throwback about Punadhirallu
Megastar Chiranjeevi has grown into a legend of Indian Cinema with his constant hardwork and consistent efforts to achieve all the success he deserves.
By: Tupaki Desk | 11 Feb 2026 9:10 PM ISTMegastar Chiranjeevi has grown into a legend of Indian Cinema with his constant hardwork and consistent efforts to achieve all the success he deserves. He got Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan from Indian Government for his legendary acting career and extra-ordinary philantropy work.
Now, he posted a throwback post on social media sharing rare photos from the first day he stood before camera back in 1978 for Punadhirallu film. Recalling the very start of his journey, he stated, "Today is the first day I stood in front of the camera in my life for the movie Punadhirallu."
He expressed that the depth of his feelings at that moment was difficult to articulate, noting, "The anxiety, joy, responsibility, and emotion I felt that day are indescribable in words." Despite the decades that have passed, the actor remains deeply connected to that milestone, remarking, "That moment still feels like it happened just yesterday or the day before."
He further described the beginning of his career as "A feeling like living through a dream like a Chandamama Katha or a fantasy." On this special occasion, Chiranjeevi extended his heartfelt gratitude to the director and producers who gave him his debut opportunity.
He credited their trust and encouragement for laying the groundwork for his future, saying, "With the opportunity that came from their trust and encouragement, the foundation stones were laid for my journey in acting." He concluded by thanking the audience who has supported and blessed him from that day until now.
