S. S. Rajamouli is a prominent Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer who has made a significant contribution to the Indian film industry. He was born on October 10, 1973, in Raichur, Karnataka, India.
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Rajamouli grew up in a family of film enthusiasts, as his father was a screenwriter and his uncle was a director. He developed an interest in films at a young age and began making short films during his college days. After completing his education, Rajamouli made his directorial debut with the Telugu film "Student No.1" in 2001.
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He gained critical acclaim and commercial success with his second film, "Simhadri" in 2003, which became a blockbuster hit. His next film, "Chatrapathi" in 2005, also received positive reviews and was a box office success. Rajamouli then directed the fantasy film "Yamadonga" in 2007, which was also a hit and won several awards.
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However, it was his epic historical fiction film "Baahubali:The Beginning" in 2015, which made Rajamouli a household name in India and globally. The film broke several box office records and became the highest-grossing Indian film at the time. The sequel, "Baahubali 2:The Conclusion" in 2017, was an even bigger success and surpassed its predecessor in terms of box office collections.
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Rajamouli is known for his innovative storytelling, larger-than-life visuals, and attention to detail. His films often have a grand scale and incorporate special effects and advanced technologies. He has won several awards for his work, including five National Film Awards and numerous state awards.
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Apart from Telugu films, Rajamouli has also directed a few Tamil and Hindi films. He is considered one of the most influential filmmakers in India and has inspired several young filmmakers with his work.
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Rajamouli is married to Rama Rajamouli, who is also a screenwriter and costume designer. The couple has two children.
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BIO | TABLE |
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Full Name | Sri Saila Rajamouli |
Date-of-Birth | October 10 1973 |
Father | Koduri Viswa Vijayendra Prasad (Member of Rajya Sabha) |
Spouse ❤️ | Rama Rajamouli |
Children👫 | S. S. Karthikeya (son) S. S. Mayookha (daughter) |
Awards 🏆 | 4 New York Film Critics Circle Award |
Popular movies | RRR, BAAHUBALI |
Net Worth 💸 | Rs.158.00 crore INR. $20 million USD. |