SRK, Jr NTR to Mohanlal: Celebs whose philanthropy you never knew about

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Jr NTR

Known for his powerhouse performances and humility, Jr NTR is equally grounded off-screen. He’s quietly supported educational initiatives and helped families of martyrs and daily wage workers during natural calamities. He believes real help doesn’t need headlines.

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Aamir Khan

Just like his movies, Aamir focuses on real impact (like drought relief, farmer welfare and education) and rather than generating media buzz, Mr Perfectionist truly demonstrates his values through consistent action.

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Shah Rukh Khan

Beyond his global fame, SRK is a silent philanthropist. Through his NGO Meer Foundation, SRK regularly lends help to acid attack survivors and underprivileged women. Most of his charity work and his relief donations typically stay away from the public eye.

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Salman Khan

Bollywood's hulk Salman is associated with several NGOs and regularly funds the health and education sector. He even regularly oversees medical treatments for fans and crew, choosing not to take credit for his charity work.

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Mahesh Babu

Prince of Tollywood, Mahesh Babu, is a true superstar with a soft corner for kids. He makes sure he allocates some funds for pediatric surgeries through his collaboration with hospitals. His acts of kindness are mostly kept under wraps, known only to those he helped directly.

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Mohanlal

For the Malayalam superstar, charity is humanitarian work. He regularly supports relief funds and provides financial assistance to the families of martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation. His efforts highlight that real greatness lies in selfless giving, not in public display.

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Dhanush

Dhanush, the Asuran of Tamil cinema, is a silent philanthropist whose actions surpass his fame. While he rarely talks about his efforts, countless families depend on his substantial donations, especially towards the education and healthcare sectors.

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