Sameer (Telugu actor)


Vinnakota Sameer is an Indian actor who predominantly appears in Telugu films and television.

Early life

Sameer Hasan was born in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, to a Muslim father Intikhab Hasan and a Brahmin mother Mahalaxmi. His father was absent during his childhood, and he was raised as a Hindu by his mother and maternal family.

Career

He has acted in many TV serials broadcast on Doordarshan. He played a supporting role in Ruthu Ragalu. Sameer made his film debut in Subha Sankalpam, directed by K. Viswanath.

Personal life

Sameer has stated that he identifies as Hindu. He has worn the Ayyappa mala multiple times and regularly visits temples. In 2020, he revealed he has adopted his mother's surname and legally changed his name from Sameer Hasan to Vinnakota Venkata Sameer to reflect his maternal heritage.
He is married to Aparna and has a son. The couple won the finals of Moguds Pellams, a TV program conducted by MAA TV for celebrity couples.

Filmography

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Television