Jr NTR, a major star in South Indian cinema has spoken about a difficult period in his life when he struggled with depression. Despite his current fame and success Jr NTR faced challenges early in his career.
In a past interview, Jr NTR revealed that he experienced depression when his films were not successful at the box office. Reflecting on his early career, he described himself as an “inexperienced kid” feeling lost and confused. His first film Student No. 1 marked his entry into the film industry at just 16. Looking back Jr NTR admitted that the failure of some of his movies and his uncertainty about his acting skills contributed to his depression.
During the interview, Jr NTR also shared his fears about his career. Despite achieving some success he worried about the possibility of falling from grace. This period of self-doubt continued until he met filmmaker SS Rajamouli, who encouraged him to reflect on his career and personal life. This mentorship marked a turning point for Jr NTR.
Now, Jr NTR is at the peak of his career with several films in the pipeline, including Devara: Part 1 directed by Koratala Siva and featuring Janhvi Kapoor. He is also set to make his Bollywood debut in War 2 alongside Hrithik Roshan.
On the personal front, Jr NTR leads a quiet life with his wife Lakshmi Pranathi and their two sons. The couple keeps a low profile on social media preferring to maintain their privacy.
