Telugu Debut Sensation

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Sukriti Veni Bandreddi, the daughter of renowned filmmaker Sukumar, has entered Tollywood with the movie ‘Gandhi Tatha Chettu’. She’s well acquainted with Mahesh Babu’s child Sitara Ghattamaneni and frequently attends industry events together. Now, Sukriti is creating a stir as an up-and-coming actress in the Telugu film industry.

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Sukriti Veni Bandreddi, daughter of celebrated director Sukumar, has made her debut in Tollywood with ‘Gandhi Tatha Chettu’. She’s close friends with Mahesh Babu’s daughter Sitara Ghattamaneni and frequently joins her at industry events. Now, Sukriti is making a name for herself as an exciting new talent in the Telugu film scene.

Who is Sukriti Veni Bandreddi?

Born into a family deeply rooted in Telugu cinema, Sukriti Veni Bandreddi is making waves as an upcoming star. She is the cherished daughter of acclaimed director Sukumar and his wife, Thabitha Sukumar. With a film studio as her backyard, her love for cinema blossomed early on, frequently finding herself on movie sets alongside her father.

In the year 2025, it was Gandhi Thatha Chettu where Sukriti first stepped onto the acting stage, under the guidance of director Padmavathi Malladi. Her portrayal in this film earned accolades for its authenticity and emotional depth, establishing her as a talented newcomer to watch. Beyond her passion for acting, Sukriti harbors a deep affection for music. For years, she has been immersed in the study of classical music. Initially, she contemplated a career in music, but her unexpected leap into acting caught everyone off guard.

Sukriti Veni Bandreddi’s Telugu debut

In a new venture, Sukriti Veni Bandreddi made her debut in Telugu films with “Gandhi Thatha Chettu,” which premiered on January 24 this year. Her exceptional acting in the movie was rewarded with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Best Child Artist. Notably, the film also received acclaim at international festivals, bagging awards in Dubai and at the Indian Film International Festival.

The narrative centers around a 13-year-old girl called Gandhi, who shares a name with Mahatma Gandhi, given by her grandfather. She adopts the responsibility of nurturing a young tree that he planted. Tranquility in their village is disrupted when a business magnate endangers their land.

In the cinematic masterpiece by Padmavathi Malladi, I found myself completely engrossed as I witnessed the extraordinary journey of a once ordinary girl transform into an unyielding crusader, none other than Gandhi herself. The first half of the film beautifully painted a picture of her humble beginnings, while the second half intensely focused on her fierce battle against injustice.

Sukriti Veni Bandreddi’s friendship with Sitara

Sukriti Veni Bandreddi enjoys a strong friendship with Mahesh Babu’s daughter, Sitara Ghattamaneni. In fact, earlier this year, Sitara enthusiastically supported Sukriti’s initial film project, Gandhi Thatha Chettu, by not only endorsing it but also starring in a popular video that went viral, announcing its launch on Amazon Prime Video.

In December 2024 and again in February 2025, the pair found themselves at concerts – first for Dua Lipa and then for Ed Sheeran. They not only enjoyed the shows but also had the chance to meet Dua Lipa backstage. To commemorate these special moments shared with their friendship, Sitara and Sukriti posted highlights from both events online.

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2025-04-02 10:53