Ram Charan Opens Up About His Childhood Fear of Telling His Father
Ram Charan said that his father always kept family life separate from his professional life.
By: Priya Chowdhary Nuthalapti | 30 May 2026 12:16 AM ISTRam Charan is one of the biggest stars in Indian cinema today. With several successful films to his name, he has earned a huge fan following across the country. However, during his childhood, he never fully understood how famous his father was.
In a recent interaction, Ram Charan shared an interesting memory from his younger days. He said that while growing up, he did not realize the massive popularity of his father, legendary actor Chiranjeevi. According to him, cinema was never a major topic inside their home. He explained that once his father entered the house, film discussions stayed outside the gate.
Ram Charan said that his father always kept family life separate from his professional life. Because of this, he had a very normal childhood despite being born into a film family. He did not feel the pressure of being the son of a superstar while growing up.
The actor also revealed that he always wanted to become an actor. However, he was afraid to tell his father about his dream. He was unsure about how his father would react and did not have the confidence to openly discuss his wish.
Instead of speaking about acting, Ram Charan used to tell his family that he wanted to become a mechanical engineer. He felt more comfortable sharing that career choice at the time. Deep inside, though, his passion for cinema remained strong.
As he grew older, Ram Charan eventually decided to follow his heart and pursue a career in films. His decision proved to be the right one. Over the years, he has delivered several memorable performances and established himself as one of the leading actors in the industry.
Fans are now excited about his upcoming film Peddi. The movie has already generated strong buzz among audiences. With Ram Charan playing a powerful role, expectations are quite high.
