Arjun Ambati
Arjun Ambati (born Nagarjuna Reddy Ambati; 16 August 1986) is an Indian actor, model, and television presenter who works predominantly in Telugu cinema and television. He is known for his lead role as a transgender character in Arddhanaari (2016) and for his performances in serials such as Devatha – Anubandhala Alayam and Agnisakshi. He appeared as a contestant in Bigg Boss Telugu 7 and has hosted shows including Sri Devi Drama Company and the Pro Kabaddi League on Star Sports.
Early life and education
Arjun Ambati was born in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. He completed his schooling in his hometown and pursued intermediate and postgraduate studies in Visakhapatnam. He holds a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) degree and worked as an IT professional for two years before entering the entertainment industry.
Career
Film
Arjun Ambati began his acting career with the unreleased film Chandrullo Unde Kundelu. He made his debut in Geethopadesam (2015) and gained recognition for his antagonist role in Soukhyam (2015). His breakthrough was the lead transgender role in Arddhanaari (2016). The film was reported to have won three Nandi Awards, but the awards were not officially issued.
Other notable films include:
- Moodu Puvvulu Aaru Kayalu (2018) – Lead
- Ashwamedham (2019) – Antagonist
- Sundari (2021) – Supporting role
- Tees Maar Khan (2022) – Antagonist
- Theppa Samudram (2024) – Lead role
- Black and White (TBA) – Antagonist
He is also involved in upcoming Tamil films Tuppaki Thuravai and Scorpio (pre-production).
Arjun Ambati was evicted from the grand finale of Bigg Boss Telugu 7, narrowly missing the final vote count. Speculations were rife whether he or contestant Sivaji would win, but Pallavi Prashanth eventually lifted the trophy.
He also secured a major role in Ram Charan's movie *RC16* and is known for his stylish public appearances. Recently, he and actress Suhasini launched the 39th store of Dumont Coffee.
Television and web series
Arjun debuted on television with Agnisakshi (2017) as Shankar Babu. In 2022, he played Aditya in Devatha – Anubandhala Alayam, winning a Star Maa Parivaar Award.
His web series credits include:
- NERD (2023) as Police Officer (Zee5)
- Harikatha as Bharath (Disney+ Hotstar)
- Parampara (Disney+ Hotstar)
Reality shows and hosting
He has participated in reality shows including:
- Bigg Boss Telugu 7
- Ishmart Jodi – Season 1
- Sixth Sense
- Kiraak Boys vs Khiladi Girls
As a host, he has anchored:
- Sri Devi Drama Company
- Special segments of Bigg Boss Telugu Season 8
- Pro Kabaddi League on Star Sports
- Bigg Boss Buzz (exit interview show)
Filmography
Films
Year |
Title |
Role |
Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
2015 |
Geethopadesam |
Lead |
Debut film |
2015 |
Soukhyam |
Antagonist |
|
2016 |
Arddhanaari |
Transgender Lead |
|
2018 |
Moodu Puvvulu Aaru Kayalu |
Lead |
|
2019 |
Ashwamedham |
Antagonist |
|
2021 |
Sundari |
Supporting |
|
2022 |
Tees Maar Khan |
Antagonist |
|
2023 |
Bichagadu Majaka |
Lead |
Telugu film |
2024 |
Theppa Samudram |
Lead |
|
2024 |
Wedding Diaries |
Lead |
|
TBA |
Black and White |
Antagonist |
Upcoming |
2025 |
Paramapada Sopanam |
Lead Actor |
Lyrical song release |
Television
Year |
Title |
Role |
Channel/Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
2017 |
Agnisakshi |
Shankar Babu |
— |
2022 |
Devatha – Anubandhala Alayam |
Aditya |
Star Maa |
Web series
Year |
Title |
Role |
Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
2023 |
NERD |
Police Officer |
Zee5 |
— |
Harikatha |
Bharath |
Disney+ Hotstar |
— |
Parampara |
— |
Disney+ Hotstar |
Reality shows
- Bigg Boss Telugu 7
- Ishmart Jodi – Season 1
- Sixth Sense
- Kiraak Boys vs Khiladi Girls
As host
- Sri Devi Drama Company
- Sankranti Pandaga
- Bigg Boss Buzz (Season 8 Telugu)
- Pro Kabaddi League (Star Sports)
Awards
- Nandi Award for Best Actor – Arddhanaari (Reportedly announced but not officially issued)
- Star Maa Parivaar Award – Devatha (2022)
External links
- Arjun Ambati on IMDb
- Arjun Ambati on BookMyShow