Venu Yeldandi

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).

Venu Yeldandi is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 30 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Save the Tigers (2023), Anaganaga O Athidhi (2020), Mrs. Subbalakshmi (2019), The End (2014), Betting Bangarraju (2010), Takkari (2007), Race Gurram (2014), Comedy Stock Exchange (2023).

The recorded credits span 2007 to 2023, including 27 movies and 3 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles.

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