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Telugu film industry stars and their adorable pets

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Tollywood Celebrity Pets

HYDERABAD: Actors are constantly in the spotlight, under the watchful eyes of the public. To unwind, many of them turn to their furry friends, finding solace in their company. It’s their chance to be themselves, enjoying some “me time” away from the glitz and glamour. Let’s peek into the lives of our Telugu stars and their beloved pets!

1) Samantha, known for her love for animals, has two dogs, Hash and Saasha, and a cat named Gelato. She adopted Hash with her ex-husband Naga Chaitanya and welcomed Saasha after their separation in 2021. In 2023, despite facing personal challenges and a myositis diagnosis, Samantha found solace in Gelato, her pet kitten. She has three dedicated story highlights on Instagram for them, with candid moments reflecting their importance in her life.

 

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2) Pushpa actor Allu Arjun often shares cute pictures and videos of his wife, Allu Sneha Reddy, and kids, Arha and Ayaan, on Instagram. However, it’s lesser known that he shares the home with a pet dog, Kazoku.

 

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3) Rashmika Mandanna became a pet parent in 2021 and introduced her Cocker Spaniel to the world as Aura. Since then, the Animal actress stated that her life ‘felt complete’. In the following year, she adopted a new cat and named it Snow.

4) The Devarakonda household, with actors Vijay Devarakonda and Anand Devarakonda, owns a Siberian Husky pup, whom they’ve adorably named Storm Deverakonda. Within days of his arrival, the white and brown wolf with striking blue eyes has broken the Internet.

 

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5) The Guntur Karam actress Sree Leela faced a heartbreaking loss in 2020 with the passing of her pet Dolly. However, she quickly found joy in a new furry companion, a Beagle named Bliss. Bliss even has her own Instagram handle, @missss_blissss, where fans can follow her adorable adventures.

 

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6) Mrunal Thakur is a proud “pet momma” and her cat Billo, whom she has adopted, is no less than the world for the actress. Billo Boy has his own Instagram account @billoboythakur, where Mrunal has often expressed her love for her feline family member.

 

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7) Naga Chaitanya and ex-wife Samantha have always been devoted pet parents, often taking to social media to share glimpses of their lives with Hash. The cute and mischievous French Bulldog has been a constant presence in their lives even after their separation.

 

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8) Though Ram Charan is not very active on social media, he enjoys sharing pictures of his Toy Poodle (Rhyme) on Instagram. He once said, “My true emotions come out when I am with my pup, and I can be myself with him,” showing how much of a dog lover he is. Earlier, he had a pet dog, a black Labrador, which he used to call by the name Brat, whom he lost a few years ago.

 

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9) The Mahanati heroine Keerthy Suresh is a dog lover, and her social media is proof of it. She often shares pictures with her pet Nyke, a Shih Tzu, whom she introduced to Instagram in 2020. What’s more, the 6-year-old even has his own Instagram handle, @iamnyke, that’s already amassed a following of his own, close to 60,000 followers.

 

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10) Anupama Parameswaran, the actress whose popularity saw a new high with the release of Tillu Square, is not only known for her remarkable performances but also for her immense love for animals. Among her furry companions, her dog Whiskey holds a special place in her heart. Earlier in 2020, she lost her canine buddies, Rum and Toddy, to parvovirus.