Fri May 09 02:20:00 UTC 2025: **South Star Vijay Deverakonda Celebrates 36th Birthday Amidst ‘King’ Hype**
HYDERABAD, INDIA – South Indian superstar Vijay Deverakonda celebrated his 36th birthday on May 9th. Currently basking in the anticipation surrounding his upcoming film, “King,” slated for release on May 30th, Deverakonda’s unique look in the film is already generating significant buzz. While known across South India and increasingly in Bollywood, his journey to stardom hasn’t been easy.
Deverakonda, although widely recognized for his role in “Arjun Reddy,” credits his breakthrough success to the film “Kushi,” co-starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu. He has publicly stated that “Kushi” was a turning point, significantly increasing his market value. He considers himself an outsider in the industry, prioritizing performance and dedication over monetary gains.
While Deverakonda personally considers “Kushi” his best work, critics and fans cite “Arjun Reddy,” “Dear Comrade,” “Geeta Govindam,” “Taxiwaala,” and “Pelli Choopulu” among his most successful films. His status as a top-tier actor is reflected in his substantial remuneration; reports suggest he charged ₹35 crore (approximately $4.2 million USD) for his role in the 2022 film “Liger” opposite Ananya Panday.
Deverakonda enjoys a lavish lifestyle, owning a ₹15 crore (approximately $1.8 million USD) mansion in Hyderabad’s Jubilee Hills, a collection of luxury cars including a Mercedes Benz GLC, Volvo XC 90, Range Rover, Ford Mustang, and BMW 5 series, and a successful fashion label, Rowdy Club, launched in 2018.
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