Anil Ravipudi

Anil Ravipudi, born on November 23, 1982, in Andhra Pradesh, really isn’t your run-of-the-mill filmmaker. The guy’s got a knack for flipping Telugu cinema on its head, blending punchy humor with enough drama to keep even the most distracted moviegoer glued to their seat. If you’ve ever caught yourself laughing way too loudly in the theater during F2: Fun and Frustration—yeah, that’s all him. That film exploded at the box office back in 2019, and honestly, it’s still the go-to for anyone needing a solid pick-me-up or a break from the usual masala chaos. Then there’s Sarileru Neekevvaru, which dropped in 2020. Talk about a wild ride—Mahesh Babu storming through high-octane action sequences, Anil’s trademark wit peppered throughout, and enough twists to keep your popcorn busy. The dude knows how to balance slapstick with actual stakes, which isn’t as easy as people think. And just when you thought he couldn’t top himself, out comes Bhagavanth Kesari in 2023, cranking things up with even more style and swagger. Outside the director’s chair, Anil’s pretty low-key. Married to Bhargavi, he keeps his private life mostly under wraps, which, let’s be real, is a feat in itself given the paparazzi circus that follows Tollywood folks everywhere. But on-screen? He’s all about bold storytelling, slapstick, and a kind of comedic timing that hits just right. Telugu cinema’s definitely brighter with Anil Ravipudi in the mix.