👶 Early Journey & Family Heritage
Vishnu Manchu (full name Manchu Vishnu Vardhan Babu) was born on 23 November 1981 in Chennai to Telugu-speaking parents—his father is veteran actor Mohan Babu, and he has sibling makers in the biz: Lakshmi and Manoj. He first appeared on screen as a child artist in Ragile Gundelu (1985) .
🏆 Breakthrough & Rise
He returned as a leading man in Vishnu (2003), earning the Filmfare Best Male Debut – South . His big commercial leap came with Dhee (2007), pairing action with comedy and becoming one of his most memorable hits—prompting remakes across Indian languages .
🎥 Expanding Roles – Actor, Producer, Writer
Over the years, Vishnu has blended acting with production and writing. He owns 24 Frames Factory, a Hyderabad-based studio responsible for titles from Denikaina Ready to Mosagallu (a techno-thriller inspired by true events) . He also initiated projects like Ginna (2022) and the upcoming epic Kannappa (2025), where he headlines and pens the screenplay .
🏛️ Educational & Institutional Leadership
Beyond films, Vishnu spearheads educational initiatives:
- Chair of New York Academy and Spring Board International Preschools, with over 75 campuses in South India .
- Pro-Chancellor of Mohan Babu University in Tirupati since 2022 .
🎠Industry Stewardship
Vishnu was elected President of the Movie Artists Association (MAA) in 2021, playing a central role in artists’ welfare in Telugu cinema .
🔥 Controversies & Recent Buzz
- He recently accused his brother Manoj of leaking Kannappa footage, appealing to fans to refrain from distributing it .
- While promoting Kannappa, Vishnu expressed his dream to create a pan-Indian action extravaganza featuring stars like Sudeep, Mohanlal, Suriya, and Aamir Khan .
👨‍👩‍👧 Personal Life & Values
In 2009, Vishnu married Viranica Reddy (niece of former Andhra Pradesh CM YSR). The couple is blessed with four children: twin daughters Ariaana & Viviana, followed by two younger children . He’s a fitness buff, cricket enthusiast, supporter of the Telugu Warriors in Celebrity Cricket League, and an advocate for environmental and artistic causes.
✨ Final Thoughts
Vishnu Manchu embodies a modern Telugu superstar: talent-driven, business-savvy, and socially conscious. Whether anchoring box-office hits like Dhee, creating educational institutions, or steering MAA, his journey reflects versatility and ambition. The upcoming release of Kannappa could be the next grand chapter—and fans are eager to see if his dream pan-India project comes to life.
