Hyderabad, Aug. 6 -- Today, NTR is celebrated as one of Indian cinema's biggest stars, known for his powerhouse performances, electrifying dance moves, and magnetic screen presence. While fans have witnessed his evolution from a Telugu superstar to a global icon, thanks to films like RRR, there are several fascinating aspects of his journey that remain lesser known. From his roots in classical dance to his talent as a singer, here are seven interesting facts that reveal a different side of the actor.

NTR played the young Lord Rama in Ramayanam (1996), which went on to win the National Film Award for Best Children's Film. He was only a teenager at the time.

Before cinema became his full-time career, NTR reportedly competed in badminton a...