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Palnati Surya Pratap | |
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Born | |
Occupation(s) | Film director, Screenwriter |
Years active | 2009–present |
Spouse |
Sarika Pratap (m. 2012) |
Children | 2 |
Palnati Surya Pratap (born 13 January 1978) is an Indian film director and screenwriter who predominantly works in Telugu cinema. He celebrated for his nuanced storytelling and ability to craft emotionally resonant love stories. Known as a "sensible film-maker," he brings depth and relatability to his films, setting him apart in contemporary Telugu cinema.
Pratap made his directorial debut with Current (2009) a film that showcased his early potential in handling youthful, engaging narratives. He followed this success with Kumari 21F (2015) which gained acclaim for its fresh take on romance, earning him recognition as a sensitive storyteller. His recent directorial work, 18 Pages (2022), continued his tradition of offering unique and thoughtful perspectives on love, adding to his recognition as a director with a distinctive voice in romantic storytelling.
Beyond his work as a director, Pratap has expanded his creative role by contributing as a writer to some of Indian cinema’s most notable films Pushpa: The Rise (2021), Rangasthalam (2018), 1: Nenokkadine (2014) and Pushpa 2: The Rule