Heartthrob Vijay Deverakonda figures in Forbes 30

Hyderabad: Tollywood actor Vijay Deverakonda has become a household name as he enjoys fan-following from across the nation. The actor has now made it to the Forbes 30 young people under 30.

The actor announced the news with his success story with his twitter post, which read, "I was 25. Andhra Bank lo 500 Rs. min balance maintain cheyakapothe lock chesinru account. Dad said settle before 30 - That way you can enjoy your success when you are young and parents are healthy. 4 years later - Forbes Celebrity 100, Forbes 30 under 30."

From having his account blocked for not maintaining a minimum balance of Rs 500 in his bank account to making into the Forbes list in the span of just four years, Vijay faced it all.

The 'Geetha Govindam' actor made his debut in 2011 with film 'Nuvvila' and shot into massive fame after his film 'Arjun Reddy' became a blockbuster hit.

The Forbes list also features YouTube star Prajakta Koli, cricketer Smriti Mandhana, athletes Hima Das and Neeraj Chopra among others.

On the work front, the actor will be next seen in the film 'Dear Comrade.'