Venu Tillu

Биография

Venu Yeldandi (born May 25, 1978), also known as Jabardasth Venu, is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and actor who works in Telugu cinema. He began his screen career as a comedic actor, debuting in *Jai* (2004) before appearing in comedic and supporting roles across numerous features, including *Munna* (2007), *Kantri* (2008), *Pilla Zamindar* (2011), *Atharintiki Daaredi* (2013), and *Race Gurram* (2014). He also performed in television sketch comedy and featured in the streaming comedy series *Save the Tigers* (2023). In 2023, Yeldandi made his feature directorial and writing debut with the rural family drama *Balagam*. The film earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Director – Telugu, the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu, and the SIIMA Award for Best Debut Director – Telugu. His subsequent acting credits include *Darling* (2024).