Mahesh Babu reveals the real reason behind his 3-year break from acting: Here's what he said

Every actor faces a slump in their career. Mahesh Babu experienced this after the industry hit 'Pokiri.' He faced back-to-back flops and personal tragedies, including the loss of his grandmother and his wife Namrata's parents. This led to a 6-month break which extended to 3 years. During this difficult time, Namrata provided unwavering support, enabling him to navigate the challenges and eventually return with the blockbuster 'Dookudu.'

Mahesh Babu experienced a career slump after the success of 'Pokiri,' struggling to find hits before bouncing back with strong performances.

Mahesh Babu worked on 'Sainikudu' and 'Athidhi' after 'Pokiri.' During this time, he faced family tragedies.

After facing personal tragedies and career uncertainties, Mahesh Babu took a break to focus on himself, ultimately returning stronger to the industry.

Namrata Shirodkar stood by Mahesh Babu during his challenging times, offering unwavering support and helping him navigate personal and professional struggles.

After a 3-year break, Mahesh Babu made a strong comeback with 'Khaleja,' followed by the massive success of 'Dookudu.'