Telugu cinema icon Chiranjeevi recently made headlines for a heartwarming gesture towards his film’s director. Following the blockbuster success of his latest release, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, the actor gifted a brand-new Range Rover Sport worth Rs 1.59 crore to director Anil Ravipudi.
The luxury SUV was handed over in a cheerful key-delivery ceremony, where both Chiranjeevi and Ravipudi were seen sharing smiles and laughter, clearly enjoying the celebratory moment.
A special moment shared online
Photos and videos from the delivery were shared by Chiranjeevi himself on social media. In one of the images, the megastar can be seen giving Ravipudi a warm side hug, while the director holds the key delivery box.
A short video clip shows Chiranjeevi unveiling the SUV by removing the ceremonial red cover before handing over the keys. In another light-hearted moment, the actor is seen offering friendly advice to the director, stressing the importance of road safety and encouraging him to enjoy the new car responsibly. Ravipudi’s humorous reply added to the celebratory mood, leaving both of them laughing.
Why did Chiranjeevi gift the Range Rover Sport?
The grand gesture comes as a mark of appreciation for the film’s historic box-office performance. Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has become Chiranjeevi’s first film to cross Rs 250 crore worldwide, making it the highest-grossing movie of his career to date.
The film also surpassed Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, cementing its position at the top of the megastar’s filmography. Chiranjeevi publicly credited a significant part of this success to Anil Ravipudi, praising his strength in writing and directing action-comedy entertainers.
About the gifted SUV: Range Rover Sport
The vehicle gifted to Ravipudi is the latest-generation Range Rover Sport, known for blending luxury with strong on- and off-road capability.
Key features
Feature highlights |
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Powered front seats with heating & ventilation |
Ventilated rear seats with power recline |
11.4-inch rear seat entertainment system |
Meridian 3D surround sound system |
Quad-zone climate control |
Premium leather interior and advanced driver aids |
Engine and performance options
Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission |
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3.0L six-cylinder petrol | 394 bhp | 550 Nm | 8-speed automatic |
3.0L turbo diesel | 345 bhp | 700 Nm | 8-speed automatic |
Both engines send power to all four wheels, ensuring strong performance across varied driving conditions.
Chiranjeevi’s enviable car collection
Chiranjeevi is known for his impressive garage. He was among the first Indian film stars to own a Rolls-Royce Phantom VII, a gift from his son Ram Charan. Over the years, the family’s collection has grown to include several ultra-luxury and performance cars.
Notable cars owned by Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan
Model |
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Ferrari Portofino |
Rolls-Royce Spectre |
Aston Martin V8 Vantage |
BMW i7 |
Toyota Land Cruiser |
FAQs
Q1. How much does the gifted Range Rover Sport cost?
The SUV is priced at Rs 1.59 crore (ex-showroom).
Q2. Why did Chiranjeevi gift the car to Anil Ravipudi?
The gift was a token of appreciation for the director’s role in the massive success of Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, which crossed Rs 250 crore globally.
Q3. Which Range Rover Sport variant was gifted?
It is the latest-generation Range Rover Sport, offered with either a petrol or diesel 3.0-litre engine.
Q4. Is this the first luxury car gift by Chiranjeevi?
While Chiranjeevi himself owns several luxury cars, this gift stands out due to its scale and the milestone success it celebrates.
Q5. What makes the Range Rover Sport special?
It combines high-end luxury, powerful engines, advanced technology and genuine off-road capability, making it one of the most desirable luxury SUVs in India.
