Ali

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Characters played by Ali

Ranga — Ghatotkachudu (1995)

Ranga is Basanna's son and becomes Chitti's protector after her parents are killed and Basanna sacrifices his life to save her. He flees with Chitti and helps her seek refuge in the forest, where they are cornered by assassins. He also clashes with Subba Rao.

Lawyer Lingam — Oopiri (2016)

Lawyer Lingam advises Seenu to apply for Vikramaditya's caretaker position because lawful employment could help close Seenu's legal case. His advice sets Seenu on the path that leads to the job, his friendship with Vikramaditya, and the rebuilding of his relationship with his family.

Clarity Kannaiah — Oh My Friend (2011)

Clarity Kannaiah is a servant at the hotel where Chandu, Siri, Ritu, and Uday stay during the Kochi music competition. The plot summary identifies this hotel role but provides no further actions, background, or significant relationship for him beyond his brief presence during the group's stay.

Constable Rajveer 'Raju' Khandeshi — Dabangg 3 (2019)

Junior police officer working under Chulbul, assisting in investigations.

Capt. Aadivishnu Reddy — Daadi Ki Shaadi (2026)

A married captain who flirts with Vimla and is presented as her prospective groom, but is injured before he can play that role.

Suraj — Yamaleela (1994)

Suraj is a mischievous young man devoted to his mother. After discovering his family's lost estate, he uses the Bhavishyavaani to become wealthy and reclaim Swarna Palace. He resists returning the book to Yama, chooses his mother over Lilly, and finally surrenders the book to save his mother from Thota Ramudu.

Balu — Ammayi Kosam (2001)

One of the four unemployed friends who starts as a woman teaser but later befriends Anjali. He has exceptional culinary skills that Anjali encourages him to develop. He works hard to build a career and returns to propose, later supporting her marriage to an army man.

Laila — Tata Birla Madhyalo Laila (2006)

Laila is associated with the mysterious man, played by Ali, who enters Mahalakshmi's household disguised as a woman. The intruder is also intent on killing Mahalakshmi, making the disguise a source of danger for her and a threat Tata and Birla must confront while trying to keep her safe.

Pandu — Oka Laila Kosam (2014)

Karthik's maternal uncle, who returns from Dubai with a grudge against him. When he learns that Karthik loves Nandana, Pandu plans to take revenge by jeopardizing the match. The plot identifies him as an obstacle to Karthik's marriage plans, though Karthik discovers the truth and accepts the marriage.

Ali — Athade Oka Sainyam (2004)

One of the three accomplices specifically recruited by Chanti for his revenge mission. He later joins forces with Chanti, his other associates, and Swathi to execute their plans against the corrupt bank officials.

Samba — Sardaar Gabbar Singh (2016)

Samba is connected to the opening account of a man who says another man gave him that name. The summary does not establish Samba’s actions in Ratanpur or describe his relationship with Sardaar Gabbar Singh beyond this naming reference.

Linga Babu / Lingam — Katamarayudu (2017)

Known in the story as Bail Lingam, he is the lawyer who repeatedly gets Katamarayudu's younger brothers released from legal trouble after their fights. His role connects him to Katama's family and their recurring conflicts with the law.

Career Overview

Ali has 377 screen credits in a career dating back to 1981. Their work spans 11 cinematic universes — most prominently Geethanjali Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Nachav Alludu, Ghatotkachudu, Mahendragiri Vaaraahi. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
377
Birth Date
1968-10-10
Birth Place
Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 11 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q4724516), public domain (CC0).