Babloo Prithiveeraj is an Indian actor who predominantly works in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam films. He is known for his negative roles in the films such as the role of ‘Prakash’ in the Telugu-language film “Pelli Pandiri” (1997).
Wiki/Biography
Babloo Prithiveeraj was born on Monday, 29 November 1965 (age 57 years; as of 2022) in Bangalore (now Bengaluru), Karnataka.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 9″
Weight (approx.): 75 kg
Hair Colour: Salt & Pepper
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Body Measurements (approx.): Chest: 42 inches, Waist: 32 inches, Biceps: 15 inches
Family
Babloo Prithiveeraj’s family hails from Bangalore (now Bengaluru).
Parents & Siblings
There is not much information about his parents and siblings.
Wife & Children
In 1994, Prithiveeraj got married to Beena who runs a school for autistic children. Prithiveeraj and Beena have a son named Ahed Mohan Jabbar, who is autistic.
Prithiveeraj with his son, Ahed, and ex-wife, Beena
Babloo Prithiveeraj with his son, Ahed Mohan Jabbar
Reportedly, in 2016, the couple got separated and legally parted ways in 2022.
Relationships/Affairs
Reportedly, Prithiveeraj is dating a 24-year-old woman named Sheetal who hails from Andhra Pradesh.
Babloo Prithiveeraj with his girlfriend, Sheetal
In an interview, the couple revealed that they met at a restaurant in Bangalore, and Sheetal was unaware of Prithiveeraj’s profession. Due to the age difference, the couple received many negative comments. In the interview, Sheetal talked about the hate comments on her relationship with Prithiveeraj and said that she didn’t care what society would think, and she was accepting the fact that Prithiveeraj was in contact with his ex-wife, Beena, and would take care of her and son, Ahed, as long as he could. Prithiveeraj, however, brushed off the age factor and said that he found Sheetal compatible and mature to be his partner. Breaking the silence on his relationship with Sheetal, Prithiveeraj said,
Loneliness is the biggest bane. Sheetal, for her age, is very mature-minded. She has the wisdom of a grandmother. I am fit. We both vibe well both mentally and intellectually. Sheetal’s thinking is refined. I am very young at heart.”
Religion
Babloo Prithiveeraj follows Hinduism.
Career
Film
In 1971, Prithiveeraj made his debut in the Tamil film industry as a child artist with the film ‘Naangu Suvargal.’ In 1974, he appeared in a Telugu-language film ‘Amma Manasu’ and made his debut as a child actor in the film.
The poster of ‘Amma Manasu’ (1974)
Prithiveeraj has appeared as a child actor in many other films such as ‘Dr Siva’ (1975), ‘Naalai Namadhe’ (1975), and ‘Naan Vazhavaippen’ (1979).
Television
In 1996, he made his first appearance on television as ‘Prasad’ in a Tamil-language television serial ‘Marmadesam.’ The television serial was broadcasted on the channel ‘Sun TV.’
Babloo Prithiveeraj as Prasad in ‘Marmadesam’ (1996)
Later, he appeared in many Tamil television serials such as ‘Raja Rajeshwari ‘ (2005), ‘Alaipayuthe’ (2008), and ‘Vani Rani’ (2013). In 1998, Prithiveeraj acted in ‘Aalu Magalu,’ a Telugu-language daily soap opera – broadcasted on ETV.
Babloo Prithiveeraj (as Swaminathan) and co-actor Sangeetha Balan (as Sundari Kaaliappan) in ‘Vani Rani’ (2013)
Controversy
Remarks on Kollywood actors Ajith and Surya
Reportedly, Babloo’s remarks on Kollywood actors Ajith and Suriya in an interview attracted controversy. According to sources, Prithiveeraj was asked to say good and bad things about his co-stars. Prithiveeraj, however, called Ajith a down-to-earth, stylish, and incredible actor with zero dedication. Prithiveeraj, in the interview, said,
Good thing is that he’s very down-to-earth. Very stylish, cool chap. Bad thing is that zero dedication. He doesn’t want to act. He’s not bothered.”
Awards
- In 1997, he won Nandi Award for best villain for the film ‘Pelli.’
- In 2014, Prithiveeraj won the Sun Kudumbam Viruthugal award for the best supporting male actor for the film Vani Rani (2013).
Facts/Trivia
- Babloo Prithiveeraj has a tattoo inked on his right bicep and on his back.
Prithiveeraj’s tattoo on his right bicep
Prithiveeraj’s tattoo on his back
- He is a fitness enthusiast and often performs high-intensity activities like rock climbing, etc.
- Reportedly, Prithiveeraj, his ex-wife, Beena, and his son, Ahed, were stopped by the official at the Kempegowda International Airport in Karnataka, claiming that Ahed, an eleven-year-old specially-abled, could be a threat to other passengers on the flight. The CISF officer defended his official and allegedly stated that only he was following the rule of not allowing “mentally retarded” passengers as the international civil aviation rules tell so.
- Reportedly, in 2016, an audio message of Prithiveeraj went viral in which he was talking about ending his life. Later, it was found that the audio message was a part of one of his short films. Babloo Prithiveeraj made his debut as a director with this short film for the YouTube channel Madras Meter. In an interview, Prithiveeraj talked about the audio and mentioned that this rumour turned out to be positive as he was able to deliver a positive message to the people through it. While talking about the outcomes of the rumour, Prithiveeraj said,
No matter how hard life can be at times, suicide can never be the solution. In fact, I had at one point of time reached such a low that I had only Rs 80 with me and not even a place to stay. But, I was determined to get through that phase. Some good things always comes out of bad. The controversy actually helped the message reach a large number of people. I got complementary messages from all over the world. Though I have acted in numerous films and won several awards, doing something of this sort and succeeding makes me happy. This would only encourage me with such good initiatives.”
- In 2014, Babloo set up ‘Cha Republic,’ a bubble tea shop, at 5, 2nd Avenue in Besant Nagar, Chennai. Reportedly, he was inspired by a shop in Malaysia that he saw while driving past it.
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Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
