Kaushal Manda
Kaushal Manda | |
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 Kaushal in 2018 at KLM Fashion | |
| Born | (1981-05-13) 13 May 1981 Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Residence | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Alma mater | Andhra University |
| Occupation | Actor, model |
| Years active | 1999 – present |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) |
| Spouse(s) | Neelima Manda[1] |
| Children | 2 |
| Parent(s) |
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| Website | www.kaushalmanda.com |
Kaushal Prasad Manda is an Indian actor and model who predominantly works in Tollywood and TV Serials. He is the title winner of Bigg Boss Telugu 2, who won with highest number of votes in entire bigg boss 2 telugu. He appeared in 165 films and 37 serials.[2]
Contents
1 Early life
2 Career
3 Controversy
4 Television
5 Filmography
6 References
Early life
Kaushal Manda was born into a Telugu-speaking family in Visakhapatnam on 13 May 1981. He completed his schooling in B H V High school and Bachelor of Technology from Andhra University in 2003.[3]
Career
Kaushal made his debut as a child artist in 1982-1983 with Telugu TV serial Evanni Chedanunchu.[4]. Then He participated in the Grasim Mr. India contest in 1998 and became one of the top 6 finalists in the show. He made a lead role in Gemini TV's blockbuster show Chakravakam (2003-2008). He won the Nandi Award fot the Best TV Actor in 2003 for his role as Sagar in Chakravakam.[5]. He was the host for Gemini TV's popular dance show Dance Baby Dance in 2005. He also made a role in Gemini TV's Devatha (2010-2013). He is currently doing a lead role in Zee Telugu's Suryavamsham. serial from 2017. He was a contestant and the winner of Star Maa's hit reality TV show Bigg Boss Telugu 2.[6]
He made his film debut with a supporting role in Mahesh Babu's debut film, Rajakumarudu, in 1999, and also played a role in Prabhas's film Mr. Perfect (2011).[7] Kaushal continued his modeling career and appeared in many commercial ads, He started his own model management and ad film company, The Looks Productions in 1999.[8] Kaushal gained massive fame and fan following for his performance in Bigg Boss Telugu 2 and became the winner of the show in September 2018.
Controversy
After winning the BigBoss Telugu 2 title, Kaushal claimed that film director Rajendra Prasad informed him that Harvest Bible University announced a doctorate degree to him(Kaushal). Later, an official note from the spokesperson of the University denied either knowing him(Kaushal) or announcing any doctorate to him. He also claimed that he was appreciated by the PMO for his performance in BigBoss 2 which was alleged to be a humbug.[9]
In February 2019, a few people claiming to be members of Kaushal Army(a Kaushal fan community), accused Kaushal of fraud in the name of Kaushal Army foundation. They alleged that he misused funds in the name of his army and foundation. They all claimed they were targeted by him for questioning his activities. Kaushal denied all these charges against him and stated that a few members of his army who were expelled on account of misconduct towards women, were making these allegations.[10][11]
The Humanist, Babu Gogineni, alleged that Kaushal was a fake and sympathy-gaining man and his army was a paid one. [10][11]
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982-1984 | Evanni Chedanunchu | Child Artist | Doordarshan |
| 1998 | Grasim Mr. India | Top 6 Contestants | |
| 2003- 2008 | Chakravakam | Sagar | Gemini TV |
| 2005- 2010 | Dance Baby Dance | Host | Gemini TV |
| 2010- 2013 | Devatha | Gemini TV | |
| 2011 | No.23 Mahalakshmi Nivasam | Vikram | Gemini TV |
| 2013- 2014 | Brindavanam | Zee Telugu | |
| 2017- 2019 | Suryavamsham | Aadhi Sankar | Zee Telugu |
| 2018 | Bigg Boss Telugu 2 | Winner | Star Maa |
Filmography
 | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
• All the films list are in Telugu language, unless otherwise noted.But he also acted in Tamil and Kannada movies.[1]
| Year | Film | Role(s) | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Thammudu | - | Costume Designer | |
| 1999 | Rajakumarudu | Supporting role (film debut) | [12] | |
| 1999 | Chinni Chinni Aasa | - | - | |
| 2000 | Badri | - | - | [13] |
| 2001 | Manasantha Nuvve | Hero's friend | ||
| 2001 | Siva Rama Raju | - | Supporting role | |
| 2002 | Sreeram | - | Hero's friend | |
| 2002 | Nee Sneham | - | - | |
| 2004 | Nenunnanu | - | Villain | |
| 2003 | Aayudham | - | Villain | |
| 2004 | Venky | - | - | |
| 2004 | Okatavudhuam | Gurunadhan | Lead role | [14] |
| 2003 | Jodi No.1 | - | Second lead | |
| 2005 | Anukokunda Oka Roju | - | Roudy Teenager | |
| 2006 | Asadhyudu | - | College student | |
| 2008 | Mukhbiir | - | - (Hindi) | |
| (Unreleased film) | Intinta Annamayya | - | - | |
| 2010 | Comedy Express | Mahesh | Supporting role | |
| 2010 | Anaganaga Oka Aranyam | - | Minor role | |
| 2001 (Unreleased film) | Park | - | - | |
| 2011 | Mr. Perfect | - | Heroin's cousin | |
| 2011 | Nenu Naa Rakshasi | Rajesh | Minor role | |
| 2012 | Daruvu | - | Goon in Pub | |
| 2001 | Akasa Veedhilo | - | Terrorist | |
| 2019 | Yet To Announce | TBA | Lead role |
References
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^ Bharath, Kalyan (7 August 2018). "Here Are a Few Lesser Known Facts About the Man Behind 'Kaushal Army' - Wirally".
^ "Bigg Boss Telugu 2 contestants list: Here are profiles and pictures of 16 participants". International Business Times. Retrieved 12 June 2018.
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^ Devalla, Rani (2013-04-18). "At his creative best". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2018-08-19.
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^ "Harvest Bible University's doctorate to Bigg Boss Telugu 2 winner Kaushal Manda is a hoax?". Times of India. Retrieved 28 November 2018.
^ ab "Members of Kaushal Army accuse Bigg Boss Telugu 2 winner Kaushal Manda of fraud - Times of India". The Times of India.
^ ab Kanoj, Priyanka (26 February 2019). "Kaushal is fraud, looting money in the name of his Army, alleges Imam". International Business Times, India Edition.
^ "Here's to tv's dishy dudes: Hyderabad times most desirable men on TV 2017". Times of India. Retrieved 31 May 2018.
^ "Mahesh, Pawan Words Helped Kaushal Win Bigg Boss?". Sakshi News. Retrieved 2 October 2018.
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