Mahesh Babu’s son Gautam’s acting video goes viral

It is well known that Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu’s son, Gautam Ghattamaneni, is currently pursuing a four-year Bachelor’s degree in Drama and Performing Arts at the prestigious NYU Tisch School of the Arts in the United States. Despite maintaining a low profile and making rare public appearances, Gautam has become the center of attention following the release of his first-ever acting video.

Gautam’s impressive performance

Late last night, a video showcasing Gautam’s debut screen performance surfaced on the internet and has been creating waves ever since. In the clip, Gautam is seen delivering an intense and emotionally charged performance, engaging in a heated argument with a young girl at a dining table. His natural expressions, screen presence, and striking resemblance to his father have left fans in awe.

Netizens are already hailing him as the true heir to Mahesh Babu’s legacy in Telugu cinema, with many predicting that he has the potential to become the next big star. His performance has not only impressed fans but also sparked speculation about his official entry into the film industry.

A star in the making

Gautam’s younger sister, Sitara Ghattamaneni, had previously hinted at his acting ambitions in an interview, confirming that he plans to make his debut in the near future. However, fans will have to wait at least three to four years before he steps onto the silver screen as a leading actor, as he is currently focusing on honing his craft at NYU.

This isn’t Gautam’s first experience in front of the camera. He made his childhood acting debut in Mahesh Babu’s 2014 psychological thriller 1 Nenokkadine, where he played the younger version of his father’s character. Even back then, his appearance in the film was met with enthusiasm, hinting at his future in acting.

యాక్టింగ్ అదరగొట్టిన ఘట్టమనేని వారసుడు ❤️‍🔥#GautamGhattamaneni's act with his mates at NYU Tisch School of the Arts.#MaheshBabu @urstrulyMahesh pic.twitter.com/f8ZvGh8lAw

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Like father, Like son

Gautam seems to be following in the footsteps of his father, Mahesh Babu, who also began his career as a child artist. Mahesh played several roles in his father, Superstar Krishna’s, films, including Koduku Diddina Kapuram. Having grown up in a cinematic family, Gautam’s inclination toward acting comes as no surprise.

Currently, Mahesh Babu is busy working on SS Rajamouli’s much-anticipated mega project, which is expected to be a cinematic spectacle. Interestingly, by the time Rajamouli’s film is released, Mahesh might already be laying the groundwork for his son’s grand entry into the Telugu film industry. If all goes as planned, Gautam Ghattamaneni’s debut as a hero could be one of the most anticipated launches in Tollywood.

With his talent, pedigree, and growing fan base, Gautam is already shaping up to be the next-generation superstar. Will he carry forward his father’s legacy? Only time will tell, but the buzz surrounding his debut is stronger than ever.