Sarath Mandava

Biography

Sarath Mandava, born as Sarath Babu Mandava in Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, India, is a multifaceted talent in the Indian film industry, recognized for his contributions as a screenwriter, director, cinematographer, and executive producer in both Tamil and Telugu cinema.

Early Life and Education

Sarath pursued higher education at ITM University and furthered his studies at Southern New Hampshire University, equipping him with a solid academic foundation that he later applied to his filmmaking career.

Career

Sarath's career in the film industry commenced around 2009, and he has since worn multiple hats across various projects:

Screenwriter: In 2012, he co-wrote the screenplay and story for the Tamil film "Billa II," starring Ajith Kumar.

Director: He made his directorial debut with the Tamil political thriller "Ko 2" in 2016, which received attention for its engaging narrative.

Cinematographer: Sarath showcased his skills as a cinematographer in the Telugu films "Broker" (2010), which won a Nandi Award, and "Tulasi Dalam" (2016).

Executive Producer: He served as the executive producer for the Telugu films "Potugadu" (2013) and "Evadu Thakkuva Kadu" (2019), the latter being a dubbed version of the Tamil film "Golisoda."

Filmography Highlights

As Director:

• "Ko 2" (2016) – Tamil
• "Ramarao on Duty" (2022) – Telugu

As Writer:

• "Billa II" (2012) – Tamil
• "Khamoshi" (2019) – Hindi
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As Cinematographer:

• "Broker" (2010) – Telugu
• "Tulasi Dalam" (2016) – Telugu
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As Executive Producer:

• "Potugadu" (2013) – Telugu
• "Evadu Thakkuva Kadu" (2019) – Telugu
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Recent Work

In 2022, Sarath directed the Telugu film "Ramarao on Duty," further establishing his versatility and commitment to storytelling in the Indian film industry.