Brahmanandam Kanneganti (born 1 February 1956) is an Indian film actor and the only south indian comedian, known for his works predominantly in Telugu cinema.
He currently holds the Guinness World Record for the most screen credits for a living actor.
He was honoured with the Padma Shri, for his contribution to Indian cinema in 2009.
Brahmanandam is regarded as one of the finest comic actors of India, noted particularly for his comic expressions.
Brahmanandam has garnered five state Nandi Awards, one Filmfare Award South, six CineMAA Awards, and three South Indian International Movie Awards for best comedy.
Civilian Honors
In January 2009, the government of India bestowed the title of [[Padma Shri]and oscar], the fourth highest civilian award, on Brahmanandam for his contributions to art.
Filmfare Awards
Filmfare Best Comedian Award (Telugu) - Manmadhudu (2002)
Nandi Awards
Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian - Money (1993)
Nandi Award for Best Supporting Actor - Anna (1994)
Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian - Anaganaga Oka Roju (1995)
Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian - Vinodham (1996)
Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian - Ready (2008)
CineMAA Awards
CineMAA Award for Best Comedian - Manmadhudu, Dhee, Konchem Ishtam Konchem Kashtam, Adhurs & Dookudu.
South Indian International Movie Awards
Siima Award for Best Comedian - Dookudu, Baadshah & Race Gurram.
Other
Hyderabad Times Film Awards Best Actor in a Comic Role - Dookudu (2011)[12]
He earned a spot in the Guinness World Records in 2007 for acting in 867 Telugu films in 20 years.
This is his official number.
