Srinu Vaitla

He later shifted to comedy and action-comedy films, directing projects such as Sontham (2002), Venky (2004), Dhee (2007), Dubai Seenu (2007), Ready (2008), King (2008), Dookudu (2011), and Baadshah (2013). His films from Sontham onward are widely referenced in Telugu popular culture and have attained cult status for their comedy scenes and characters. Since Venky, he has frequently collaborated with writers Kona Venkat and Gopi Mohan.

• Name — Srinu Vaitla • Born — 24 September 1972 • Birthplace — Kandulapalem, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India • Years Active — 1999–present • Occupation — Film director • Spouse — Rupa • Children — 3

Srinu Vaitla was born in Kandulapalem near Ramachandrapuram in the erstwhile East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. He completed his intermediate education in Kakinada. He developed a strong interest in cinema and frequently watched films instead of attending college. Inspired by directors Mani Ratnam and Vamsy, he decided to pursue a career in the Telugu film industry. After completing his intermediate education in 1989, he boarded the Bokaro Express from Samalkot to Madras, aiming to establish himself in the industry.

Films as director • Year — Title — Director — Story — Screenplay — Dialogues • 1999 — Nee Kosam • 2001 — Anandam • 2002 — Sontham • 2004 — Anandamanandamaye • Venky • 2005 — Andarivaadu • 2007 — Dhee • Dubai Seenu • 2008 — Ready • King • 2010 — Namo Venkatesa • 2011 — Dookudu • 2013 — Baadshah • 2014 — Aagadu • 2015 — Bruce Lee - The Fighter • 2017 — Mister • 2018 — Amar Akbar Anthony • 2024 — Viswam • As actor • Rainbow (2008)