9 PM | ETV Telugu News | 5th July “2025

When it comes to celebrity families, most actors usually name someone from their own lineage when asked about their favorite star. Be it the Mega family, Nandamuri family, or Daggubati family in Tollywood, the common answer is usually someone from their own circle — a family idol or inspiration. The same trend is seen in Bollywood as well, which is quite natural given the emotional and family bonds.

However, Akkineni family actor Sumanth stands out with a refreshingly different take. Despite being the grandson of the legendary ANR and the nephew of Nagarjuna, Sumanth surprised many with his candid response when asked about his favorite actor.

In a recent interview, when asked, “Who is your favorite actor?” Sumanth unhesitatingly replied, “Superstar Krishna Garu… and then Mahesh Babu.” He even added, “Even if my grandfather ANR or my uncle Nagarjuna were sitting right beside me, my answer would remain the same. And they’d be absolutely sporting about it.”

Sumanth further clarified, “Just because there are actors in my family, it doesn’t mean I must idolize them. We admire whoever genuinely inspires us, irrespective of family ties.”

While this response might seem unusual to some, it reflects Sumanth’s honesty and individuality. After all, admiration for cinema or a star knows no boundaries — not even family ones!