Mahesh Babu is one of the much celebrated actors down south. His humongous fanbase always make sure to make his every birthday special for him. From posting his well-edited pictures to writing love letters to him on social media, his admirers can go to any extent to impress their icon. But there is a reason why the Telugu superstar is getting so much of love. Reason- some of his superhit performances in the blockbusters he was a part of. On his 44th birthday, here are some of the films that the handsome hunk gave his audience and how he emerged to be one of the most loved actors pan India and abroad. Ahead of Mahesh Babu's 44th Birthday, Fans Trend #HappyBirthdaySSMB by Sharing South Superstar's Photos & Lovely B-Day Messages on Twitter!.

Pokiri (2006)- The Puri Jagannadh film had him in the role of an undercover police officer, Krishna Manohar. The film also starring Ileana D'Cruz; Prakash Raj, Nassar and Sayaji Shinde in key roles received a warm welcome from the fans. The flick allowed the makers to clinch four Nandi Awards and two Filmfare Awards. It was also screened at International Indian Film Academy Awards 2006.

Dookudu (2011)- The film is directed by Srinu Vaitla and stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu opposite Mahesh. The flick turned out to be largest worldwide opening for a Telugu film as it grossed more than 1 billion rupees in its lifetime. It also garnered accolades such as 7 Nandi Awards, 6 Filmfare Awards, 8 SIIMA Awards and 8 CineMAA Awards.

Srimanthudu (2015)- Directed by Koratala Siva, the film had Shruti Haasan in the lead. He plays a son of a businessman who adopts a village and makes necassary changes in the village, leading to its development. It became the third highest grossing Telugu film of all time.

Bharat Ane Nenu (2018)- The film is directed by Koratala Siva and stars Kiara Advani as the female lead. The political drama is set on a student who emerges as a leader unexpectedly and what unfolds after that. His role as CM was loved by the fans which made this film highest grosser of 2018 in south India.

Maharshi (2018)- Directed by Vamsi Paidipally, the film was a super duper hit. Mahesh's character as Rishi was like a breath of fresh air for the fans. Also, his romantic pairing with Pooja Hegde was liked by the audience. The flick grossed 295 crore rupees.

These were some of the films that the actor has in his pocket, that he can flaunt for the lifetime. Tell us your favourite film of the Telugu star in the comments section below and also wish him on his birthday here!

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