Akhil Akkineni has earned quite a fan base even before his debut into films as a hero. His killer looks and being the son of Nagarjuna, popularly known as Manmadhudu of Telugu cinema has raised the expectations on him.

While talking to a popular daily Akhil confessed that his fair looks came from his mother. Akhil's mother's mother is Irish and that is why he is fair and has flawless skin. He will soon be making his debut under the direction of VV Vinayak. It is said to be socio fantasy love story produced by actor Nithin.