Actor
S.S. Rajamouli
Based In
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Origin
Raichur, Karnataka, India
Years Active
2001 – Present
S.S. Rajamouli Biography
S.S. Rajamouli Basic Information
- Full Name: Koduri Srisaila Sri Rajamouli
- Popular Name: S. S. Rajamouli
- Date of Birth: October 10, 1973
- Age: 52 years (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: Raichur, Karnataka, India
- Hometown: Kovvur, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Film Director, Screenwriter
Family Details
- Father: V. Vijayendra Prasad (famous writer)
- Mother: Raja Nandini
- Wife: Rama Rajamouli (Costume designer)
- Children: 1 son (S. S. Karthikeya), 1 adopted daughter (Mayookha)
Education
- Schooling: Completed in Andhra Pradesh
- College: Not widely documented
- Qualification: Graduate
Career Highlight
| Year | Film Title | Career Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Student No. 1 | Directorial debut; strong commercial success |
| 2003 | Simhadri | Established as a mass commercial director |
| 2004 | Sye | Unique sports drama; critical appreciation |
| 2005 | Chatrapathi | Emotional storytelling with action success |
| 2006 | Vikramarkudu | Major blockbuster; remade in multiple languages |
| 2007 | Yamadonga | Fantasy + mythology blend; technical growth |
| 2009 | Magadheera | Industry hit; redefined Telugu cinema scale |
| 2010 | Maryada Ramanna | Experimented with comedy-thriller genre |
| 2012 | Eega | Innovative concept (fly as hero); global recognition |
| 2015 | Baahubali: The Beginning | Pan-India breakthrough; visual spectacle |
| 2017 | Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | Historic blockbuster; global box office dominance |
| 2022 | RRR | International fame; Oscar-winning song |
| 2027 | Varanasi † | Upcoming global-scale project |
Recent Activity
- As of early 2026, S. S. Rajamouli is focused on his upcoming magnum opus
- Tentative Title: SSMB29 / Varanasi
- Lead Actor: Mahesh Babu
- Genre: Global action-adventure
- Concept: Time-travel saga
- Inspiration: African exploration themes
- Scale: High-budget international project
- Release Plan: Worldwide theatrical release
- Expected Release Date: April 7, 2027
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards South | Simhadri | Nominated |
| 2005 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards South | Sye | Nominated |
| 2006 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards South | Chatrapathi | Nominated |
| 2007 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards South | Vikramarkudu | Nominated |
| 2008 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards South | Yamadonga | Nominated |
| 2009 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards South | Magadheera | Won |
| 2009 | Best Director | Nandi Awards | Magadheera | Won |
| 2010 | Best Director | South Scope Cine Awards | Magadheera | Won |
| 2012 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards South | Eega | Won |
| 2012 | Best Director | Nandi Awards | Eega | Won |
| 2012 | Best Screenplay Writer | Nandi Awards | Eega | Won |
| 2012 | Best Feature Film in Telugu | National Film Awards | Eega | Won |
| 2012 | Best Director – Telugu | SIIMA Awards | Eega | Nominated |
| 2013 | Best Director | Vijay Awards | Eega | Nominated |
| 2013 | Best Story, Screenplay Writer | Vijay Awards | Eega | Nominated |
| 2013 | Favorite Director | Vijay Awards | Eega | Nominated |
| 2014 | BN Reddy National Award | Nandi Awards | — | Won |
| 2015 | Best Director | CineMAA Awards | Baahubali: The Beginning | Won |
| 2015 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards South | Baahubali: The Beginning | Won |
| 2015 | Best Director – Telugu | IIFA Utsavam | Baahubali: The Beginning | Won |
| 2015 | Best Director – Tamil | IIFA Utsavam | Baahubali: The Beginning | Nominated |
| 2015 | Best Feature Film | National Film Awards | Baahubali: The Beginning | Won |
| 2015 | Entertainment | CNN-News18 Indian of the Year | — | Won |
| 2016 | Padma Shri | Government of India | — | Won |
| 2017 | Best Director | Macau International Film Festival | Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | Nominated |
| 2017 | ANR National Award | ANR Awards | — | Won |
| 2017 | Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment | National Film Awards | Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | Won |
| 2017 | Best Director | SIIMA Awards | Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | Won |
| 2018 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards South | Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | Won |
| 2018 | Best Director | Vijay Awards | Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | Nominated |
| 2021 | Best Feature Film | National Film Awards | RRR | Won |
| 2022 | Best Director | New York Film Critics Circle | RRR | Won |
| 2022 | Best Director | Los Angeles Film Critics Association | RRR | Runner-up |
| 2022 | Best Director | Utah Film Critics Association | RRR | Runner-up |
| 2022 | Entertainment | CNN-News18 Indian of the Year | — | Won |
| 2022 | Best Director | Chicago Film Critics Association | RRR | Nominated |
| 2022 | Best Director | Saturn Awards | RRR | Nominated |
| 2022 | Best Director | Austin Film Critics Association | RRR | Nominated |
| 2023 | Best Director | Critics’ Choice Awards | RRR | Nominated |
| 2023 | Best Director | Hollywood Critics Association | RRR | Nominated |
| 2024 | Best Director | Filmfare Awards South | RRR | Won |
About S. S. Rajamouli
He is an Indian film director known for epic films like Baahubali and RRR.
Baahubali 2: The Conclusion is his highest-grossing film.
Yes, RRR gained global recognition and won an Oscar for its song.
His upcoming project is SSMB29 (Varanasi) with Mahesh Babu.
His films are known for grand visuals, strong storytelling, and large-scale action.