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  {
    "name": "Ghanta Naveen Babu",
    "shortInfo": "Ghanta Naveen Babu, affectionately known as Nani, is a highly acclaimed Indian actor, producer, and television presenter who primarily works in the Telugu cinema industry.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8] Born on February 24, 1984, in Hyderabad, Telangana, Nani completed his schooling at St. Alphonsa's High School and intermediate education at Narayana Junior College in Sanjeeva Reddy Nagar, before graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wesley Degree College in Secunderabad.[1][2] Deeply influenced by acclaimed directors like Mani Ratnam, Nani harbored aspirations of becoming a filmmaker early on.[3][4] He started his journey in the entertainment industry as a clap director for Bapu's film 'Radha Gopalam', aided by his distant relative and producer Anil.[1][3][4] Nani further honed his skills working as an assistant director for prominent filmmakers like Srinu Vaitla on movies such as 'Allari Bullodu', 'Asthram', and 'Dhee'. Following a stint as a popular radio jockey named Non-Stop Nani for the World Space Satellite radio station in Visakhapatnam, Nani was noticed by director Mohan Krishna Indraganti after appearing in a commercial. This led to his acting debut in the 2008 romantic comedy 'Ashta Chamma', which became a significant commercial success. Over his 17-year-long career, Nani has solidified his position as the Natural Star of Telugu cinema, delivering critically acclaimed and commercially successful performances in films like 'Ala Modalaindi', 'Eega', 'Yevade Subramanyam', 'Bhale Bhale Magadivoy', 'Jersey', 'Shyam Singha Roy', 'Dasara', and 'Hi Nanna'. He has also successfully ventured into film production under his Wall Poster Cinema banner, producing critically acclaimed content-driven films like 'Awe', 'HIT', and 'Meet Cute'.",
    "image": "https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9a/Nani_at_an_interview_for_film_companion_%28cropped%29.png/500px-Nani_at_an_interview_for_film_companion_%28cropped%29.png",
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  },
  {
    "name": "Ghanta Rambabu",
    "shortInfo": "Ghanta Rambabu is a businessman by profession and the proud father of the acclaimed Telugu actor and producer, Nani (Ghanta Naveen Babu). Hailing from the state of Andhra Pradesh, Rambabu is known to have raised his family, including Nani and his daughter Deepthi, in Hyderabad, providing them with a grounded and supportive upbringing. Despite his son achieving massive stardom in the South Indian film industry, Ghanta Rambabu prefers to maintain a low-profile and simple lifestyle away from the constant glare of the media. However, he remains a profound pillar of support in his son's cinematic journey. A particularly memorable and touching public appearance occurred during the launch of Nani's ambitious period drama film 'Shyam Singha Roy' in December 2020.[9] During the official puja ceremony for the movie, Rambabu had the honor of delivering the ceremonial first clap for the muhurtham shot, marking a proud father-son moment that Nani joyfully shared with his fans on social media, captioning it First clap by Nanna. As a father, Rambabu successfully instilled strong family values in his children, witnessing not just Nani's rise as a Natural Star but also his daughter Deepthi's successful transition from a corporate professional to a film director. He continues to be an integral part of their personal and professional milestones, quietly celebrating their successes from behind the scenes.",
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  },
  {
    "name": "Vijayalakshmi Ghanta",
    "shortInfo": "Vijayalakshmi Ghanta is the mother of the renowned Telugu actor Nani (Ghanta Naveen Babu) and film director Deepthi Ghanta. Professionally, Vijayalakshmi dedicated a significant portion of her life to public service, working as a pharmacist for the government. She served diligently as a pharmacist at a reputed government hospital for over three decades before officially retiring from her central government duties in 2018. She balanced her demanding professional life with raising two highly successful children alongside her husband, businessman Ghanta Rambabu, in Hyderabad. Vijayalakshmi is known to be a deeply supportive and nurturing figure in Nani's life, guiding him from his early days of wanting to be a director to becoming one of the most bankable stars in Telugu cinema. Although she largely stays away from the limelight, she occasionally makes heartwarming appearances on her son's social media platforms. Nani frequently expresses his deep affection and gratitude for his mother on special occasions like Mother's Day and her birthdays, often sharing adorable pictures of her spending time with her grandson, Arjun. Vijayalakshmi's grounding influence is often credited for the humble and relatable persona that Nani projects both on and off the screen. Her transition from a dedicated healthcare professional to a proud celebrity mother showcases her quiet strength and the integral role she has played in shaping the family's strong bond and values.",
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  },
  {
    "name": "Deepthi Ghanta",
    "shortInfo": "Deepthi Ghanta is the elder sister of Telugu superstar Nani and a talented film director in her own right. Before venturing into the dynamic world of cinema, Deepthi carved out a highly successful corporate career. She spent several years living and working in the United States, where she excelled as a software professional and a Data Analytics Manager. Despite her thriving tech career, she harbored a passion for storytelling, which eventually drew her back to India and into the Telugu film industry. Deepthi made her highly anticipated directorial debut with the Telugu anthology series titled 'Meet Cute'. The project, which she also wrote, is a heartwarming exploration of urban relationships featuring five distinct stories with an ensemble cast including Sathyaraj, Adah Sharma, Varsha Bollamma, and Ruhani Sharma, among others. Showcasing strong family support, 'Meet Cute' was produced by her brother Nani and Prashanthi Tipirneni under the Wall Poster Cinema production banner. Nani has frequently expressed immense pride in his sister's creative abilities, noting her transition from a corporate leader to a filmmaker. Deepthi's entry into the industry adds to the Ghanta family's growing creative footprint, and she is recognized for bringing a fresh, contemporary, and female-centric perspective to Telugu storytelling. She remains close to her brother and frequently celebrates his cinematic milestones on social media.",
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  },
  {
    "name": "Anjana Yelavarthy",
    "shortInfo": "Anjana Yelavarthy is a former software engineer, a dedicated homemaker, and the beloved wife of Tollywood actor Nani. Born on November 23, 1989, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, she comes from a highly educated family with a strong academic and scientific background; she is the granddaughter of the illustrious Indian scientist Yelavarthy Nayudamma. Anjana pursued a career in software engineering and corporate communications, holding a degree from the Manipal Institute of Communication. The love story between Anjana and Nani is often described as a beautiful modern-day romance. The couple first crossed paths in Visakhapatnam when Nani was working as a Radio Jockey for World Space Satellite. What started as a friendship blossomed into a deep romantic relationship that lasted for five years before they decided to tie the knot. They got married in a private, close-knit traditional Telugu Hindu ceremony on October 27, 2012, in Visakhapatnam, attended only by close friends, family, and select industry colleagues. Over the years, Anjana has been a steadfast pillar of support in Nani's life, witnessing his remarkable transformation from an aspiring assistant director and RJ to one of Telugu cinema's biggest stars. In 2017, the couple joyfully welcomed their first child, a son named Arjun.[5][8][10] While she prefers to maintain a relatively low profile, Anjana is quite active on social media, where she frequently shares heartwarming glimpses of their family life, her passion for cooking, and endearing moments between Nani and their son.",
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  {
    "name": "Arjun Ghanta",
    "shortInfo": "Arjun Ghanta is the adorable only son of Telugu cinema's Natural Star Nani and his wife, Anjana Yelavarthy.[6] Born on March 29, 2017, which auspiciously coincided with the festival of Ugadi, Arjun brought immense joy to the Ghanta household. Affectionately nicknamed Junnu by his doting parents and close family members, Arjun is one of the most popular and beloved celebrity kids in the South Indian film industry. Although Nani and Anjana prefer to keep their personal lives relatively private, they occasionally delight fans by sharing heartwarming pictures and videos of Arjun on their social media handles. These glimpses often show Arjun playfully interacting with his father, engaging in fun activities, or sharing sweet moments with his grandparents. Due to his father's massive popularity, Arjun is affectionately referred to by fans as the Small Natural Star. Whether he is seen crashing his father's video calls, playing with his father's mustache, or celebrating festivals with the family, Arjun's charming presence never fails to win the hearts of netizens. As he grows up surrounded by a deeply loving family and the creative environment of the film industry, Arjun continues to be the apple of his parents' eyes, with Nani often describing fatherhood as the most beautiful phase of his life.",
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  },
  {
    "name": "Yelavarthy Nayudamma",
    "shortInfo": "Yelavarthy Nayudamma was a highly distinguished Indian chemical engineer, a visionary scientist, and the grandfather of Anjana Yelavarthy (actor Nani's wife). Born on September 10, 1922, in the small village of Yelavarru in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh, Nayudamma overcame his humble beginnings to become a titan in the field of scientific research. After graduating in industrial chemistry from Banaras Hindu University, he pursued advanced studies in leather technology at Lehigh University in the United States, earning his MS and PhD.[11] Returning to India, he dedicated his life to the advancement of science and technology, particularly in leather research. He served as the Director of the Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI) in Chennai from 1958 to 1971, transforming it into a world-renowned center for leather research. His exemplary leadership led to his appointment as the Director General of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in 1971, making him the youngest person to hold the post at the time. He also served as the Vice-Chancellor of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and was deeply involved with the United Nations development programs.[12] In recognition of his monumental contributions to science and nation-building, the Government of India conferred upon him the prestigious Padma Shri award in 1971. Tragically, Nayudamma's brilliant life was cut short when he perished in the devastating bombing of Air India Flight 182 (Emperor Kanishka) on June 23, 1985. His legacy of scientific excellence and social commitment continues to inspire generations.",
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  }
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