Annayya is my role model, says Pawan

Even as BJP is desperately trying to garner the support of megastar Chiranjeevi to grow in Andhra Pradesh, its alliance partner and Jana Sena Party chief Pawan Kalyan has also started pampering his eldest brother.

The power star has showered huge praises on his mega brother on the occasion of the latter’s 65th birthday on Saturday.

He declared that his brother Chiranjeevi was his role model and has been my margadarshi (guiding force) in every aspect with his hard work and determination.

“My brother was born in an ordinary family and grew into an extraordinary personality. The secret of his success has been his immense hard work,” Pawan Kalyan said in his emotional statement on Chiranjeevi’s birthday.

Stating that Chiranjeevi was his first guru, Pawan Kalyan said he had drawn inspiration from his brother right from the beginning.

“I revere Chiranjeevi just as I adore my parents. In a way, my brother and sister-in-law are equal to my parents. I grew up holding my brother’s hand and he took care of me like a mother and inspired me like a father,” he said.

The power star said Chiranjeevi had grown into a towering personality step by step and earned an indelible place in the hearts of the fans.

“He has earned the love and affection of millions of Telugu people. It is my fortune that I was born as his younger brother,” Pawan said.

He said Chiranjeevi had shown the right path to his fans in serving the people in various ways. Many people had taken inspiration from him in taking up social service activities and standing by the needy.

“I pray the Almighty to give him a long life, peace and prosperity,” the power star said.