Introduction
Sitara Ghattamaneni is a young digital creator, dancer and celebrity-kid who is already stepping into the public eye. Born into one of Tollywood’s prominent film families, she is carving out her own identity through social media, dance, and upcoming film projects.
Who is Sitara Ghattamaneni?
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Full Name: Sitara Ghattamaneni
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Date of Birth: 20 July 2012
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Birthplace: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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Parents: Father – Mahesh Babu (actor) | Mother – Namrata Shirodkar (former actress/model)
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Profession: Video creator, dancer, social media influencer, rising star
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Known For: Being the daughter of Mahesh Babu & Namrata Shirodkar, active YouTube channel, dance training, early screen appearances
Early Life & Background
Sitara was born on 20 July 2012 in Hyderabad and raised in a high-profile film background. She attends CHIREC International School, Hyderabad. From a very young age she has been exposed to the entertainment world, dance training (Kuchipudi & ballet), YouTube and social media.
Career Journey
1. Digital Creation & YouTube:
Sitara co-runs a YouTube channel named “Aadya & Sitara” alongside her friend Aadya (daughter of director Vamsi Paidipally). The channel features fun videos, crafts, challenges and has garnered a significant following.
2. Dance & Early Screen Appearances:
She has trained in dance forms and has appeared in music videos and small screen moments. For example, she appeared in the song “Penny” from her father’s film Sarkaru Vaari Paata.
3. Upcoming Film Debut:
Reports indicate that Sitara is set to make her film debut in the Telugu industry at around age twelve, making her one of the youngest entrants into films from her star family.
Family & Film Legacy
Sitara belongs to the prestigious Ghattamaneni film family:
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Grandfather: Krishna Ghattamaneni (Veteran Telugu actor)
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Father: Mahesh Babu – leading actor in Telugu cinema
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Mother: Namrata Shirodkar – former actress/model
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Brother: Gautam Ghattamaneni
This strong legacy gives Sitara a unique platform but also brings high expectations.
Physical & Personal Details
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Age (as of 2024-25): Around 12-13 years
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She enjoys reading, painting, dancing, playing guitar and has pets
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Her hobbies and public persona show a mix of creative and down-to-earth traits
Interesting Facts
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Sitara donated her first major brand earnings to charity, making headlines for her philanthropy at a young age.
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At a young age she was selected as the face of a jewellery brand and even featured on Times Square digital billboard in New York.
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Despite her star-kid status, she appears to maintain schooling and a normal childhood alongside her growing public profile.
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She fell victim to a cyber-fraud attempt when unknown persons created a fake Instagram account in her name.
Conclusion
Sitara Ghattamaneni is not simply a celebrity kid but a young personality building her own path with dance, digital creation and early acting ventures. With a film-family legacy behind her and clear interest in performance and social engagement, her journey will be interesting to watch as she transitions from childhood fame to more defined roles in the entertainment space.
