Pawan Kalyan marked his 55th birthday on September 2, 2026, with greetings from political leaders, members of the Telugu film industry, family members and fans. The actor and Jana Sena Party chief, who currently serves as the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, received messages highlighting both his long association with Telugu cinema and his role in public life.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the prominent personalities who wished Pawan Kalyan on his birthday. In his message, Modi described Kalyan as a widely respected person and said that he was playing an important role in advancing the National Democratic Alliance’s governance agenda in Andhra Pradesh. The Prime Minister also wished him a long and healthy life in the service of society.
The birthday message from the Prime Minister comes against the backdrop of Pawan Kalyan’s dual public identity as a popular Telugu actor and a political leader. He founded the Jana Sena Party and has been part of the NDA alliance government in Andhra Pradesh. His political responsibilities have added another dimension to the public attention surrounding his birthday.
Several personalities from the Telugu film industry also extended their greetings. Actor Allu Arjun shared a birthday message for Pawan Kalyan on social media, addressing him as Power Star. The post added to the large number of birthday messages appearing across social media platforms on Wednesday.
Superstar Mahesh Babu was also among the celebrities associated with birthday greetings for Pawan Kalyan. The two actors have exchanged birthday wishes on previous occasions as well. In 2024, Mahesh Babu and Allu Arjun both publicly wished Pawan Kalyan on his birthday, reflecting the longstanding goodwill between leading figures of Telugu cinema.
Pawan Kalyan’s brother Chiranjeevi also shared a personal birthday tribute. The message received considerable attention from fans because of the close relationship between the two brothers. Other members of the family and film industry also joined the birthday greetings, making the occasion a major topic across Telugu entertainment and social media platforms.
Naga Babu and Anna Konidela were also among those who shared messages for Pawan Kalyan. The birthday posts reflected different aspects of his public life, including his career in films, political journey and role within the Mega family.
Director Sujeeth, who is associated with Pawan Kalyan’s upcoming film OG, also shared a message on the occasion. The director has previously spoken about his admiration for Pawan Kalyan and his journey from being a fan to working with the actor. His birthday message was therefore of particular interest to fans following OG.
The birthday celebrations also extended beyond individual messages. Fans and supporters organised celebrations and public activities in several places, with social media platforms carrying numerous photographs, videos and greetings. Pawan Kalyan has maintained a particularly strong fan following since his early years in Telugu cinema, and his transition into politics has expanded his public profile beyond the entertainment industry.
Pawan Kalyan began his film career in the 1990s and went on to establish himself as one of Telugu cinema’s prominent actors. Films such as Tholi Prema, Kushi, Jalsa and Gabbar Singh have contributed to his popularity among audiences. His films have also developed a strong fan culture, with special screenings and birthday celebrations becoming common features during important milestones.
His political career has followed a different path. Pawan Kalyan established the Jana Sena Party with a stated focus on public issues and political change. After years of political activity, the party became an important component of the Andhra Pradesh political landscape. Following the 2024 Andhra Pradesh Assembly election, the Jana Sena Party became part of the government, with Pawan Kalyan taking charge as Deputy Chief Minister.
His political responsibilities have continued alongside his association with cinema. His upcoming projects have remained a major subject of discussion among his fans, particularly OG. The film, directed by Sujeeth, is one of the projects that has generated significant interest because of Pawan Kalyan’s return to a prominent action-oriented role.
The birthday greetings therefore brought together two major aspects of his public image. For film audiences, Pawan Kalyan continues to be recognised as the Power Star, while in Andhra Pradesh politics he is known as the Jana Sena chief and Deputy Chief Minister.
Prime Minister Modi’s message also highlighted this combination of public roles. Rather than focusing only on Pawan Kalyan’s film career, the Prime Minister referred to his contribution to the NDA’s governance agenda in Andhra Pradesh. This reflects the actor-politician’s current position within the state government and the wider alliance.
The birthday messages from Allu Arjun and Mahesh Babu, meanwhile, emphasised the continued connection between Pawan Kalyan and leading members of the Telugu film industry. Their greetings also demonstrate how birthday occasions involving major actors continue to generate widespread attention across social media.
Pawan Kalyan has also received public support from political leaders and colleagues on previous occasions. In May 2026, Prime Minister Modi visited Pawan Kalyan’s residence and enquired about his well-being, according to an official statement from the Prime Minister’s Office.
The latest birthday celebrations come several months after that interaction and underline the continued political significance of Pawan Kalyan within the Andhra Pradesh government.
At 55, Pawan Kalyan remains a prominent figure with an unusual combination of cinema and politics. His career has evolved from being a leading Telugu actor with a dedicated fan base to becoming a political leader holding a senior position in the Andhra Pradesh government.
The birthday wishes from Narendra Modi, Allu Arjun, Mahesh Babu, Chiranjeevi, Naga Babu, Anna Konidela and other personalities have once again placed Pawan Kalyan in the spotlight. While fans celebrated his contribution to Telugu cinema, political supporters also marked his role in public life.
The occasion ultimately reflected the broad reach of Pawan Kalyan’s public profile. His birthday was observed not only as a film celebrity event but also as a political and social occasion, with messages coming from across different sections of public life.