Chiranjeevi's 'Khaidi': The Industry Hit That Changed Telugu Cinema Forever

• Chiranjeevi received only Rs. 1.75 lakhs for the industry hit film 'Khaidi', which transformed him into a 'Megastar'.
• The 1983 film 'Khaidi' marked a major turning point in Chiranjeevi's career and the commercial format of Tollywood.
• Inspired by 'First Blood', the film was a pure Telugu revenge saga with local nativity, captivating audiences with its story of Suryam.
• Chiranjeevi reportedly designed his iconic black sleeveless T-shirt and pants look for the film himself.
• The 'Khaidi' title became a sentiment, leading to 'Khaidi No. 786' (100th film) and 'Khaidi No. 150' (150th film) after his political hiatus.