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Abhiram Mahankali
[edit]Abhiram Mahankali (born September 10, 1989) is an Indian actor, writer, lyricist, and filmmaker known for his work in the Telugu film industry. He is recognized for his contributions to both commercial and independent cinema through acting, screenwriting, direction, and music lyricism.
Abhiram Mahankali | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 10, 1989 Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Writer, Lyricist, Director |
| Years active | 2013–present |
Early life and education
[edit]Abhiram Mahankali was born into a Kuchipudi dance family from Kuchipudi village in Andhra Pradesh. His great-grandfather, Chalapathi, taught classical dance to Devadasis. His grandfather, Lakshmi Narasimham, wrote the Kuchipudi ballet "Ardhanaareeswaram," and his father, Mahankali Mohan, was a well-known Kuchipudi performer, nattuvanar and teacher.
Abhiram trained in Kuchipudi dance and performed widely during his youth, receiving various awards and a Central Government CCRT scholarship. He also studied basics of Carnatic vocal music, violin, and keyboard.
He holds a Master’s degree in Communication Journalism from Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University, Hyderabad, and a Diploma in Film Technology (Direction) from the Film and Television Institute of Hyderabad (FTIH).
Career
[edit]While studying film, Abhiram created and acted in multiple short films. He made his debut in feature films with Chemistry (2013), where he served as an Additional Screenplay Writer and Assistant Director."Abhiram Mahankali". BookMyShow. Retrieved 14 July 2025.
He returned to mainstream cinema with Prem Kumar (2023), where he appeared as an actor and worked as an Assistant Director."Abhiram Mahankali - IMDb". IMDb. Retrieved 14 July 2025. In 2024, he contributed to Om Bheem Bush, produced by UV Creations, as an Assistant Director.
In 2025, he worked on SUBHAM, produced by actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, contributing lyrics for the songs "Janma Janmala Bandham" and "The Clock Strikes 9," in addition to serving as Associate Director."Abhiram Mahankali Songs". Gaana. Retrieved 14 July 2025.
Later in 2025, he co-directed and acted in Kothapallilo Okappudu, directed by Paruchuri Praveena of C/o Kancharapalem fame."Abhiram Speech". YouTube. Retrieved 14 July 2025.
Filmography
[edit]Chemistry (2013) – Additional Screenplay Writer, Assistant Director
Prem Kumar (2023) – Actor, Assistant Director
Om Bheem Bush (2024) – Assistant Director
SUBHAM (2025) – Lyricist ("Janma Janmala Bandham", "The Clock Strikes 9"), Associate Director
Kothapallilo Okappudu (2025) – Actor, Co-Director
References
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[edit]Category:Indian film directors Category:Indian male actors Category:Living people Category:1989 births Category:Telugu screenwriters Category:Indian lyricists