Personal details
- Birth Date: 1971-06-14
- Birth Location: Chennai,Tamilnadu,India
- Professions: Additional Crew, Actor, Director
Ganesh Acharya, born on June 14, 1971, in the bustling city of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has been a familiar face in Indian cinema for decades. He’s not one of those guys who just sticks to one thing—nah, he’s been all over the place, acting, directing, and, most famously, choreographing some absolute banger dance numbers. If you’ve watched Bollywood at all in the last twenty years, you’ve probably seen his work, even if you didn’t realize it. His name is tied to some real heavy hitters. Take Agneepath (2012)—that film’s loaded with action and drama, and Ganesh didn’t just show up; he left a mark with his choreography, turning simple scenes into electric moments. Then there’s Bajirao Mastani (2015). Now, this movie is a visual feast, all grandeur and epic love, and the dance sequences? Straight-up iconic, partly because Ganesh knows how to make actors move like they’re born for it. And let’s not forget Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013), which is all about speed, grit, and chasing dreams. Ganesh’s touch is there too, giving the film that punchy, energetic vibe, especially during the big musical set pieces. He’s not the type to shy away from the spotlight either. You’ll spot him making cameos, sometimes dancing, sometimes cracking a joke, always bringing his own flavor. Over the years, his personality—big, loud, and unmistakably fun—has seeped into his work, making him one of those names everyone in the industry knows, respects, and, honestly, can’t ignore.
So, Ganesh actually comes from a pretty interesting background. His dad, Krishna Gopi, was kind of a big deal in the South Indian dance scene, doing his thing in movies and everything. Not exactly the average childhood—imagine growing up with all that music and movement around you. But it’s not all glitz. Ganesh lost his dad pretty young, like, just 13. That’s gotta hit hard, especially when your father’s this larger-than-life figure in the industry. People sometimes just see the talent on screen and think it’s all natural, but honestly, there’s a whole story behind it. Ganesh had to figure things out for himself after his dad passed, probably juggling a mix of grief and expectations. The drive, the moves, the presence—yeah, a lot of that started way back at home, shaped by both inspiration and loss. It’s wild how those early years can echo through someone’s whole career.
June 14, 1971
Konidela Ram Charan
Chennai,Tamilnadu,India
54 years old