Sarath Babu
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Sarath Babu was a distinguished Indian actor in Tamil and Telugu cinema, renowned for his versatile supporting roles and compelling on-screen presence. Over a career spanning five decades, he appeared in more than 300 films, including works in Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. Born in Amadalavalasa, Andhra Pradesh, Sarath Babu made his Tamil debut with K. Balachander’s Pattina Pravesam (1977) and gained prominence with Nizhal Nijamagiradhu (1978). He was especially known for his collaborations with Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, with memorable performances in films like Mullum Malarum, Annamalai, and Muthu.
Sarath Babu was a distinguished Indian actor in Tamil and Telugu cinema, renowned for his versatile supporting roles and compelling on-screen presence. Over a career spanning five decades, he appeared in more than 300 films, including works in Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. Born in Amadalavalasa, Andhra Pradesh, Sarath Babu made his Tamil debut with K. Balachander’s Pattina Pravesam (1977) and gained prominence with Nizhal Nijamagiradhu (1978). He was especially known for his collaborations with Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, with memorable performances in films like Mullum Malarum, Annamalai, and Muthu.
Sarath Babu was a celebrated Indian actor who predominantly worked in Tamil and Telugu cinema, with appearances in Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi films as well. Born as Sathyam Babu Dixithulu on July 31, 1951, in Amadalavalasa, Andhra Pradesh, he initially aspired to join the police force but was prevented by vision issues. Encouraged by his mother, he pursued acting and made his Telugu debut with Rama Rajyam (1973). His Tamil debut came with K. Balachander’s Pattina Pravesam (1977), and he rose to prominence with Nizhal Nijamagiradhu (1978), also directed by Balachander.
Sarath Babu was a celebrated Indian actor who predominantly worked in Tamil and
Telugu cinema, with appearances in Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi films as well. Born as Sathyam Babu Dixithulu on July 31, 1951, in Amadalavalasa, Andhra Pradesh, he initially aspired to join the police force but was prevented by vision issues. Encouraged by his mother, he pursued acting and made his Telugu debut with Rama Rajyam (1973). His Tamil debut came with K. Balachander’s Pattina Pravesam (1977), and he rose to prominence with Nizhal Nijamagiradhu (1978), also directed by Balachander.
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- Alternative names Sathyam Babu Dixithulu
- Height 5′ 9″
- Born July 31, 1951 · Amadalavalasa, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Other works
- Actor
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Sarath Babu was a renowned Indian actor known for his supporting and character roles in Tamil and Telugu cinema. He appeared in over 300 films across multiple languages, including Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi.
He was born as Sathyam Babu Dixithulu on July 31, 1951, in Amadalavalasa, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Sarath Babu is remembered for films like Mullum Malarum (1978), Annamalai (1992), Muthu (1995), and numerous others in both Tamil and Telugu cinema. He frequently collaborated with stars like Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan.
Yes, he received multiple accolades, including eight Nandi Awards for Best Supporting Actor and the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Character Artiste for his performance in Malayan (2009).
Sarath Babu passed away on May 22, 2023, at the age of 71, due to complications from sepsis and multiple organ failure.
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Sarath Babu appeared in over 300 films across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi cinema.
He made his Tamil debut with K. Balachander’s Pattina Pravesam (1977).
He was especially known for his collaborations with Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan.
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Acting is not about fame, it’s about bringing life to a character.”
“The audience remembers sincerity, not just screen presence.”
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Strong supporting and character roles.
Dignified on-screen presence with natural acting style.
Memorable friend/antagonist roles in commercial films.
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Sarath Babu
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