Kaushal Prasad Manda is an Indian actor and model who predominantly works in Telugu language films and TV serials.
Career
Manda made his debut as a child artist in 1982–1983 with Telugu TV serial Evanni Chedanunchu.[1] Then he participated in the Grasim Mr. India contest in 1998 and became one of the top 6 finalists in the show. He made a lead role in Gemini TV's blockbuster show Chakravakam (2003-2008). He won the Nandi Award for the Best TV Actor in 2003 for his role as Sagar in Chakravakam.[2] He was the host for Gemini TV's popular dance show Dance Baby Dance in 2005. He also made a role in Gemini TV's Devatha (2010-2013). He did a lead role in Zee Telugu's Suryavamsham serial from 2017 to 2019. He was a contestant and the winner of Star Maa's reality TV show Bigg Boss Telugu 2.[3]
He made his film debut with a supporting role in Mahesh Babu's debut film, Rajakumarudu, in 1999, and also played a role in Prabhas's film Mr. Perfect (2011). He appeared in 85 films and 38 serials.[4] Manda continued his modelling career and appeared in many commercial ads. He started his own model management and ad film company, The Looks Productions in 1999.[5]
Politics
Kaushal Manda joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in November 2019.[6]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-1985 | Evanni Chedanunchu | Child Artist | Doordarshan |
| 1998 | Grasim Mr. India | Top 6 Contestants | |
| 2003- 2008 | Chakravakam | Sagar | Gemini TV |
| 2005- 2010 | Dance Baby Dance | Host | Gemini TV |
| 2010- 2013 | Devatha' | Gemini TV | |
| 2011 | No.23 Mahalakshmi Nivasam | Vikram | Gemini TV |
| 2013- 2014 | Brindavanam | Zee Telugu | |
| 2017- 2020 | Suryavamsham | Adishankar | Zee Telugu and winner of super serial championship. |
| 2018 | Bigg Boss Telugu 2 | Winner | Star Maa |
| 2020 | Agni Sakshi | Rathod | Star Maa |
| 2021-present | Ishmart jodi 2 | Contestant | Star Maaa |
Films
- All films are in Telugu, unless otherwise noted.
| Year | Film | Role(s) | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Thammudu | - | actor & Casting director | |
| 1999 | Rajakumarudu | (film debut) | [7] | |
| 1999 | Chinni Chinni Aasa | - | - | |
| 2000 | Badri | - | - | [8] |
| 2001 | Manasantha Nuvve | Chanti's friend | ||
| 2001 | Sampangi | Abhishek's friend | ||
| 2001 | Siva Rama Raju | - | ||
| 2001 | Akasa Veedhilo | Terrorist | ||
| 2002 | Sreeram | Sreeram's friend | ||
| 2002 | Nee Sneham | - | - | |
| 2004 | Nenunnanu | - | ||
| 2003 | Aayudham | - | ||
| 2004 | Venky | - | - | |
| 2004 | Okatavudhuam | Gurunadhan | Lead role | [9] |
| 2003 | Jodi No.1 | Ravi | ||
| 2005 | Anukokunda Oka Roju | Rowdy Teenager | ||
| 2006 | Asadhyudu | College student | ||
| 2008 | Mukhbiir | - | Hindi Film | |
| 2010 | Comedy Express | Mahesh | ||
| 2010 | Anaganaga Oka Aranyam | - | ||
| 2011 | Mr. Perfect | Priya's cousin | ||
| 2011 | Nenu Naa Rakshasi | Rajesh | ||
| 2012 | Daruvu | Goon in Pub | ||
| 2022 | Athanu Ame Priyudu |
Advertisements
Kaushal's ad campaigns are done under his marketing communication agency, "The Looks Productions" Model for Babaji Boxer, Grasim, Giordani, Aparna Sarovar, Vijaya Textiles, IKEA, Oakwood Hotels, M&S, Linen Club, Linen Vogue, RS Bros, South India Shopping Mall, and Visakha Dairy [10]
References
- ↑ Kaushal manda.
- ↑ Kaushal manda television.
- ↑ Bigg Boss Telugu 2 winner Kaushal Manda mobbed by fans; see video - Times of India. The Times of India(4 October 2018). Retrieved 29 January 2021.
- ↑ At his creative best. The Hindu(18 April 2013). Retrieved 19 August 2018.
- ↑ The looks models and production.
- ↑ Bigg Boss Telugu 2 winner Kaushal Manda joins BJP; gets trolled - Times of India. The Times of India(29 November 2019). Retrieved 20 September 2020.
- ↑ Here's to tv's dishy dudes: Hyderabad times most desirable men on TV 2017. Retrieved 31 May 2018.
- ↑ Mahesh, Pawan Words Helped Kaushal Win Bigg Boss?. Retrieved 2 October 2018.
- ↑ Hamsa Nandini's smouldering Instagram pics are absolutely drool-worthy. Retrieved 19 December 2018.
- ↑ Here Are a Few Lesser Known Facts About the Man Behind 'Kaushal Army' - Wirally, Bharath, Kalyan. Wirally.com(7 August 2018). Retrieved 13 May 2019.