Gowtam Tinnanuri
Gowtam Naidu Tinnanuri, born on March 21, 1983, in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, is a celebrated Indian film director and screenwriter best known for his emotionally compelling storytelling in Telugu cinema. Initially an engineer with an MBA, he worked in the IT sector before transitioning to filmmaking. Tinnanuri made his directorial debut with Malli Raava (2017), earning critical acclaim for its naturalistic narrative. His breakthrough came with Jersey (2019), a heartfelt sports drama that won two National Film Awards and showcased his talent for crafting powerful, character-driven stories. He later directed its Hindi remake in 2022, starring Shahid Kapoor. Known for his methodical writing and emphasis on human emotion, Gowtam is now expanding into new genres, including the upcoming teen musical Magic (2024) and the high-profile action thriller Kingdom (2025) starring Vijay Deverakonda, solidifying his position as one of India’s most promising contemporary filmmakers.
🎬 Filmography at a Glance
| Year | Title | Language | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Malli Raava | Telugu | Director, Writer | Critically acclaimed debut |
| 2019 | Jersey | Telugu | Director, Writer | National Award-winning sports drama |
| 2022 | Jersey | Hindi | Director | Bollywood remake starring Shahid Kapoor |
| 2024 | Magic | Tamil/Telugu | Director, Writer | Teen musical with Anirudh’s music |
| 2025 | Kingdom | Telugu/Tamil/Hindi | Director, Writer | Action thriller with Vijay Deverakonda |