He is also being projected as a rallying point for backward classes yearning for their share of political power. As a prelude to donning the political robes, the cost-accountant turned film star has been quietly making efforts to build a larger-then-life image for himself.
His recent films provide a glimpse of his political aspirations.
The titles of his recent films, loaded with political message, and the increased philanthropic activity through the blood bank he had floated years ago have not gone unnoticed in political circles.
'Born for the People' was the tagline for his 2002 film Indra that deals with political violence in Rayalaseema region.
Then came Tagore, a year later, in which the superstar dons the role of a corruption-buster who advocates formation of anti-corruption force to wage a war against the menace.
Image: A still from Chiranjeevi's superhit movie Indra.
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