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Adivi Sesh’s rise as India’s smartest action star

Sonal Khandelwal
| ETimes.in | Last updated on - Jun 1, 2025, 06:00 IST
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Spy saga specialist

Adivi Sesh has redefined Telugu spy thrillers with films like Goodachari. Blending sleek action and grounded narratives, he brought international flair to Indian espionage stories and made Gopi a household name.

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Writer turned star

Sesh began his career as a writer-director, earning praise for Kshanam, which he also starred in. His hands-on approach to storytelling ensures emotionally strong characters and plots that keep audiences engaged.

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Patriotism with heart

His performance in Major, based on Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan, won both critical and audience acclaim. The film brought a rare balance of national pride and personal emotion to Telugu cinema.

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Pan-India vision

Fluent in multiple languages and open to diverse scripts, Sesh aims for wide appeal. His films often get dubbed in Hindi and Tamil, reflecting his commitment to pan-Indian storytelling without losing regional essence.

5/5

Smart career moves

Rather than flood the market, Sesh chooses scripts carefully, focusing on quality over quantity. Each release feels distinct—whether it’s a psychological thriller or a patriotic biopic—marking him as a thinking actor.

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