Acclaimed filmmaker Sukumar, who proved his brilliance right from his debut film Arya, has been honored with the prestigious B.N. Reddy Film Award as part of the Gaddar Film Awards. Sukumar, known for his unique storytelling and innovative narratives, gained wide acclaim with films like Jagadam, Arya 2, 100% Love, 1: Nenokkadine, and Nannaku Prematho.
He stunned audiences with the rural political drama Rangasthalam, which became a commercial cult blockbuster, and achieved pan-India success with Pushpa: The Rise. sequel, Pushpa: The Rule, has already garnered global attention and praise. It has also created history as one of the highest-grossing Indian films.
Since his debut, Sukumar has consistently strived to offer something new to the audience, carving out a unique identity and brand for himself. Notably, even top Bollywood stars have shown keen interest in working with him. The announcement of the B.N. Reddy Film Award for such a visionary director has been widely welcomed and celebrated across Tollywood.
Responding to the honor, Sukumar said:
> “I consider it a great honor to receive the B.N. Reddy Film Award as part of the prestigious Gaddar Film Awards. I’m truly happy and grateful to be selected for such a highly respected recognition. I extend my heartfelt thanks to the Telangana State Government and the Gaddar Film Awards jury. Receiving an award in the name of a legend like B.N. Reddy, who is a towering figure in Telugu cinema, is deeply meaningful to me. I also sincerely thank all the actors, technicians, producers who worked on my films, and most importantly, the audience who have supported my journey.”
Sukumar’s recognition stands as a proud moment for Telugu cinema, acknowledging his creativity, dedication, and contribution to the industry.
