Came to film industry as a child artist in late 1970's out of passion for acting and films but continued out of need, for a day's food or shelter or both, ace comedian Ali turns 45 today with over 35 of those years spent in the film industry. He acted in more than 800 films with 50 of them as the hero.

The dearest and the least controversial actor of the entire fraternity, he would have carved his demeanor as demanded in his early days of career but what’s significant is the way he continued to stay grounded even though he grew in stature over the years. Ali or more aptly, Dr. Ali will stay in the hearts of Telugu film lovers forever.

IndiaGlitz wishes the actor a great fun filled birthday and wish the actor fills Tollywood with more fun in future.