Manjula Ghattamaneni Biography: Husband, Child, Movies, Awards, Siblings, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Height

Manjula Swarup, née Ghattamaneni, is a multifaceted Indian film producer, director, and actress, celebrated for her contributions to Telugu cinema.

Best known for producing the National Film Award-winning film Show (2002) and the blockbuster Pokiri (2006), she has carved a niche as a creative force through her production company, Indira Productions, named after her mother.

As the daughter of legendary Telugu actor Krishna and sister to superstar Mahesh Babu, Manjula has built a reputation for her ability to balance artistic storytelling with commercial success, notably with her directorial debut Manasuku Nachindi (2018).

Profile

• Full Name: Manjula Swarup
• Stage Name: Manjula Ghattamaneni
• Born: 8 November 1970
• Age: 54 years old
• Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Film Producer, Director, Actress, Entrepreneur
• Height: 1.65m
• Parents: Krishna Ghattamaneni and Indira Devi
• Siblings: Ramesh Babu, Mahesh Babu, Padmavathi Ghattamaneni, Priyadarshini Ghattamaneni
• Spouse: Sanjay Swaroop (m. 1999)
• Children: Jhanavi Swaroop
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Manjula Swarup was born on November 8, 1970, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, and grew up in a prominent film family as the daughter of Telugu superstar Krishna Ghattamaneni and Indira Devi.

She has four siblings: brothers Ramesh Babu and Mahesh Babu, and sisters Padmavathi and Priyadarshini. Manjula completed her education in Hyderabad, earning a graduate degree, though specific details about her schools or colleges are not publicly documented. Her ethnicity is Indian, and she follows Hinduism.

Career

Manjula Swarup began her career in the Telugu film industry as an assistant director, working alongside her father, Krishna, on films like Balachandrudu and Anna Thammudu (1990). Her initial desire to act faced resistance from her family and her father’s fans, who disapproved of her pursuing romantic roles.

Undeterred, she debuted as an actress with a cameo as a terrorist in the Tamil film Rajasthan (1999) and later played a lead role in the Malayalam film Summer in Bethlehem (1998).

Her breakthrough came with Show (2002), where she starred and produced under her banner, Indira Productions, earning critical acclaim and a National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu.

Manjula’s production career flourished with films like Naani (2004), featuring her brother Mahesh Babu, though it underperformed at the box office.

She rebounded with Pokiri (2006), a massive commercial success that became the highest-grossing Telugu film of its time and won a Nandi Award for Best Popular Feature Film. Her production of Ye Maaya Chesave (2010), a romantic drama directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, garnered critical and commercial success.

Manjula returned to acting in films like Kavya’s Diary (2009) and Orange (2010), often collaborating with her husband, Sanjay Swaroop, and continued to build her reputation as a producer with a keen eye for diverse narratives.

Manjula made her directorial debut with Manasuku Nachindi (2018), a Telugu romantic drama exploring themes of love and self-discovery, which she also produced.

Though the film received mixed reviews, her storytelling was praised. She has since expanded her creative pursuits, launching a personal website and YouTube channel in 2020 to share wellness content, reflecting her long-standing practice of meditation.

Her recent acting roles in Month of Madhu (2023) and Hunt (2023) showcase her versatility, while her production of the upcoming web series Nasha (in development) highlights her continued influence in blending traditional cinema with new media.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @manjula_ghattamaneni
• Facebook Handle: Manjula Ghattamaneni
• Twitter Handle: @manjulaofficial

Personal Life

Manjula Swarup is married to actor and producer Sanjay Swaroop, whom she wed in 1999 after a seven-year effort to gain her family’s approval due to caste differences.

They have a daughter, Jhanavi Swaroop, and reside in Hyderabad. Manjula is deeply committed to wellness, having practiced meditation for over 30 years, which she credits for overcoming depression during her early career struggles.

Filmography

• Summer in Bethlehem (1998)
• Rajasthan (1999)
• Show (2002)
• Naani (2004)
• Pokiri (2006)
• Kavya’s Diary (2009)
• Ye Maaya Chesave (2010)
• Orange (2010)
• Sevakudu (2013)
• Malli Modalaindi (2022)
• Hunt (2023)
• Month of Madhu (2023)

Net Worth

Manjula Swarup has an estimated net worth of $2 million. Her wealth is derived primarily from her successful career as a film producer, with notable earnings from hits like Pokiri and Ye Maaya Chesave.

Her acting roles, directorial ventures, and entrepreneurial efforts through Sow Fresh also contribute to her financial portfolio, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in Telugu cinema.