Puri Jagannadh, whose full name is Puri Srinivas, is a renowned Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer primarily associated with the Telugu film industry. He was born on September 28, 1966, in Kothapalli, Andhra Pradesh, India. Puri Jagannadh is well-known for his unique storytelling style, fast-paced narratives, and mass appeal in his films.
Professional Life:
Puri Jagannadh started his career in the film industry as a writer and worked on several films before making his directorial debut with the Telugu movie “Badri” in 2000. The film, starring Pawan Kalyan, was a commercial success, which laid the foundation for Puri’s directorial career.
Over the years, Puri Jagannadh has directed numerous successful films across various genres, including action, romance, and drama. Some of his notable movies include “Pokiri” (2006), which became a blockbuster and set new records at the box office. Other popular films directed by him include “Idiot” (2002), “Desamuduru” (2007), “Temper” (2015), and “iSmart Shankar” (2019).
Puri Jagannadh is known for collaborating with several top actors in the Telugu film industry, such as Mahesh Babu, Jr. NTR, Allu Arjun, and Prabhas. His movies are often characterized by high-energy performances, catchy dialogues, and commercial elements that cater to the mass audience.
Endorsements and Brand Ambassadorship:
Besides his work in the film industry, Puri Jagannadh has also been associated with various advertisements and endorsements. He has appeared in commercials for popular brands and has been a brand ambassador for certain products.
Family and Personal Life:
Puri Jagannadh’s father, P. S. R. Naidu, was also a screenwriter in the Telugu film industry. Puri is married to Lavanya, and the couple has a son named Akash and a daughter named Pavithra.
While Puri Jagannadh’s professional life has garnered significant attention, he prefers to keep his personal life relatively private, and limited information about his interests and activities is available.
It’s important to note that the information provided here is accurate as of my last knowledge update in September 2021, and there might have been further developments in Puri Jagannadh’s career and personal life since then.
Name | Puri Jagannadh |
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Also Known as | Puri Jagannadh |
Date of Birth | 28/09/1966 |
Current Residence | Hyderabad, India |
Religion | Hindu |
Nationality | India |
Height | 172 CM |
Hobbies | Reading Books |
Father | Simhachalam |
Mother | N/A |
Sibling | Petla Uma Sankara Ganesh, Sairam Shankar |
Spouse | Lavanya |
Children | Akash Puri, Pavithra |
Marriage Date | 05/09/1996 |
Educational Qualification | Graduate |
College (s) | A. M. A. L. College, Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh |
School (s) | St. Thersa High School, Pedda Boddapalli |
Debut Movies | |
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Language | Movie Name |
Telugu - As Director | Badri |
Kannada - As Director | Yuvaraja |
Hindi - As Director | Shart: The Challenge |
Telugu - As Producer | Idiot |
Awards List | ||||
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Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
2007 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Director | Pokiri | |
2009 | Nandi Award | Best Dialogue Writer | Nenithe | |
2004 | Nandi Award | Third Best Feature Film | Amma Nanna O Tamil Ammayi | |
2003 | Nandi Award | Best Story Writer | Itlu Sravani Subramanyam | |
2008 | Nandi Award | Best Popular Feature Film | Pokiri | |
2004 | Nandi Award | Best Dialogue Writer | Amma Nanna O Tamil Ammayi |