Venu Sriram
Biography
Venu Sriram is an Indian film director and screenwriter known for his work in the Telugu film industry. He began his journey in cinema with a passion for storytelling and an eye for emotionally engaging narratives. Before becoming a director, he worked as an assistant and associate in several film projects, gradually learning the craft of filmmaking.
Career
Venu Sriram made his directorial debut with Oh My Friend (2011), a youthful romantic drama starring Siddharth, Shruti Haasan, and Hansika Motwani. The film explored friendship, love, and emotional boundaries, marking him as a promising new voice in Telugu cinema.
After a brief hiatus, he returned with MCA (Middle Class Abbayi) in 2017, featuring Nani and Sai Pallavi. The film was a commercial success and showcased Venu Sriram’s ability to blend family sentiment with mass appeal.
His most acclaimed work came with Vakeel Saab (2021), starring Pawan Kalyan. The film, a remake of the Hindi movie Pink, addressed issues of consent and women’s rights, earning both critical appreciation and box office success. Venu Sriram was praised for balancing the film’s social message with powerful drama and star-driven elements.
