Chandoo Mondeti
Biography
Chandoo Mondeti is a prominent Indian film director and screenwriter known for his work in Telugu cinema. Born on January 1, 1985, in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, India, Chandoo pursued his education in Hyderabad before entering the film industry.
His passion for storytelling and filmmaking led him to become one of the notable names in contemporary Tollywood. He resides in Hyderabad, Telangana, with his wife, Sujatha, and their two children.
Career Highlights
Chandoo Mondeti made his directorial debut in 2014 with Karthikeya, a supernatural mystery thriller starring Nikhil Siddhartha. The film, inspired by a local legend, was both a critical and commercial success, earning accolades for its engaging screenplay and innovative concept. It grossed over ₹20 crore, despite being made on a modest budget of ₹4–6 crore.
In 2016, he directed Premam, a remake of the Malayalam film of the same name. The romantic drama, featuring Naga Chaitanya and Shruti Haasan, was praised for its faithful adaptation and became a box-office hit.
In 2018, Chandoo directed Savyasachi, a psychological action thriller, though it received mixed reviews. He ventured into digital cinema in 2022 with Bloody Mary, a crime drama released on the Aha streaming platform.
Chandoo achieved his career's biggest milestone with Karthikeya 2 (2022), the sequel to his debut film. The movie was filmed in multiple locations, including Spain, Portugal, and India, and featured Nikhil Siddhartha, Anupama Parameswaran, and Anupam Kher. It became the highest-grossing movie of his career, solidifying his position in Tollywood.
Filmography
- Karthikeya (2014)
- Premam (2016)
- Savyasachi (2018)
- Bloody Mary (2022)
- Karthikeya 2 (2022)
- Upcoming: Thandel (2025)
