Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and actor Pawan Kalyan turned 55 on Wednesday, receiving greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several film personalities. Chiranjeevi, Allu Arjun, Sujeeth and Buchi Babu Sana celebrated his public-service journey and influence on Telugu cinema.
Pawan Kalyan Turns 55 Amid Political and Cinema Milestones
Actor-politician Pawan Kalyan turned 55 on Wednesday, September 2, receiving a stream of birthday messages from political leaders, family members, filmmakers and fans. The celebrations highlighted his journey from one of Telugu cinema’s biggest stars to his current position as Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister.
The occasion comes at an important stage in Pawan Kalyan’s career. Alongside handling responsibilities in the state government, he continues to generate strong interest through his upcoming film projects. His supporters marked the birthday through social-media messages, charitable programmes and special events across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Birthday tributes focused on both sides of his public identity. Political leaders praised his participation in governance and development programmes, while cinema personalities celebrated his screen presence, personal determination and influence on generations of Telugu film audiences.
Modi Praises Pawan Kalyan’s Role in Andhra Pradesh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended birthday greetings to Pawan Kalyan and acknowledged his contribution to the National Democratic Alliance’s governance agenda in Andhra Pradesh. He also wished the Deputy Chief Minister a long and healthy life dedicated to public service.
Responding to the Prime Minister’s message, Pawan Kalyan expressed gratitude for his affection and encouragement. He said such support strengthened his commitment to serving the people of Andhra Pradesh. He also referred to Modi’s vision for a developed India as a source of inspiration and sought his continued guidance while carrying out his government responsibilities.
Pawan Kalyan’s political profile has grown considerably since the 2024 Andhra Pradesh Assembly election. As Jana Sena Party president and Deputy Chief Minister, he has been associated with portfolios and initiatives involving rural development, Panchayati Raj, environmental protection and the welfare of tribal communities.
The exchange between Modi and Pawan Kalyan underlined their political partnership while presenting the birthday as an occasion to highlight the Deputy Chief Minister’s work beyond cinema.
Chiranjeevi Shares Emotional Tribute to His Younger Brother
Megastar Chiranjeevi posted a heartfelt message celebrating his younger brother’s journey in films and politics. He praised Pawan Kalyan for approaching his responsibilities with determination and remaining committed to causes connected with ordinary people.
Chiranjeevi highlighted Pawan Kalyan’s efforts in village development, tribal welfare, environmental conservation and improving essential facilities. He also expressed pride in his brother’s relationship with the people of Pithapuram, the Assembly constituency that elected him as its representative.
The message attracted widespread attention among fans because the bond between Chiranjeevi and Pawan Kalyan has remained an important part of their public lives. Supporters shared photographs and videos tracing Pawan’s rise from a young actor to a major political leader.
Allu Arjun also joined the celebrations with a brief social-media message. The Pushpa actor wished Pawan Kalyan many happy returns and addressed him by his popular screen title, Power Star.
Film Personalities Celebrate Power Star and Tease OG Update
Filmmaker Sujeeth, who is directing Pawan Kalyan in the anticipated action film OG, shared a personal birthday tribute. He recalled growing up as a fan of the actor and described the experience of directing him as an emotional and memorable achievement.
Calling Pawan Kalyan his first screen hero and now his OG, Sujeeth also indicated that fans would receive a special glimpse from the film’s universe at 4:05 PM. The announcement added a cinema-related attraction to the birthday celebrations and created fresh excitement around the project.
Peddi director Buchi Babu Sana also praised Pawan Kalyan’s courage, journey and ability to inspire millions. He wished the actor-politician good health, strength and continued success in his public and professional life.
The wide range of birthday messages demonstrated Pawan Kalyan’s unusual position at the intersection of cinema and politics. While his fans continue to celebrate him as Power Star, his responsibilities as Deputy Chief Minister have opened a new phase in his career. His 55th birthday therefore became both a celebration of his film legacy and recognition of his growing role in Andhra Pradesh’s public life.
