Sandeep Reddy Vanga is a prominent Indian filmmaker known for his work in Telugu and Hindi cinema. His distinctive directorial style has garnered both significant acclaim and controversy.
Wiki/Biography
Sandeep Reddy Vanga was born on Friday, December 25, 1981 (age 42 as of 2023), in Warangal, Telangana, India. His zodiac sign is Capricorn. He spent his childhood immersed in the world of cinema, particularly enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Chiranjeevi’s film premieres with his brother. This early exposure fueled his passion for filmmaking.
His education included schooling at Platinum Jubilee High School, Warangal, and later Siddartha High School in Hyderabad. Initially pursuing physiotherapy at SDM College of Dharwad, he ultimately shifted his focus to filmmaking, studying at the International Film School, Sydney (now AFTT).
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 8″
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Black
Family
Sandeep Reddy Vanga hails from a Hindu family.
Parents & Siblings
His father is Prabhakar Reddy, and his mother is Sujatha. He has an older brother, Pranay Reddy Vanga, who is a film producer and software engineer. Pranay produced Arjun Reddy and currently works as a Systems Engineer.
Wife & Children
Sandeep married Manisha Reddy in 2014. They have a son, Arjun Reddy (named after his debut film), and a daughter.
Career
His career began with an apprenticeship on the Telugu film Manasu Maata Vinadhu. He also worked part-time at Subway while studying in Australia. Returning to India, he assisted directors Kiran Kumar and Kranthi Madhav before directing his breakthrough film, Arjun Reddy (2017).
Arjun Reddy, while commercially successful, sparked debate over its portrayal of certain themes. Its Hindi remake, Kabir Singh (2019), further amplified his profile, achieving massive box office success. He also directed Animal (2023), starring Ranbir Kapoor.
Controversy
Kabir Singh Controversy
Following Kabir Singh’s release, Sandeep faced criticism for comments he made regarding relationships and consent. He later clarified his remarks, stating they were misinterpreted.
Awards
- 7th South Indian International Movie Award for Best Debut Director (Telugu) – Arjun Reddy
- 49th Cinegoers Award for Best Debut Director – Arjun Reddy
- Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Award for Best Director – Animal
Favourites
| Category | Favourites |
|---|---|
| Filmmakers | David Fincher, Martin Scorsese |
| Actors | Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth, Chiranjeevi |
| Musicians | Ilaiyaraaja, Lucky Ali, Bob Marley |
| Films | 7G Brindavan Colony, Tamasha, A Requiem For A Dream, Goodfellas |
Facts/Trivia
- Enjoys watching films, flying kites, listening to music, and photography.
- Is fond of vintage bikes.
- Has expressed interest in collaborating with Shah Rukh Khan.
- Follows a non-vegetarian diet.
- Initially wrote a script for Sugar Factory before creating Arjun Reddy, a project that took two years to complete.
- Is sometimes seen smoking cigarettes and consuming alcohol.
- Faced initial difficulty securing funding for Arjun Reddy, eventually leading to his family establishing a production company.
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