After donning the hat of a lyricist with the song Nuvvunte Chaley in Andhra King Taluka last year, Ram Pothineni is taking an even bigger leap behind the camera. The actor, who has already worked on the script of his upcoming dark psychological thriller in which he plays the character Veera, is now set to make his directorial debut with the same project. Ram is known for bringing intense energy to the screen, and he is channeling that same fearless streak into his new role behind the lens.
A Rebel at Heart
“The industry constantly scares you. But I’ve always been a rebel that way. I’ve always lived life on my own terms,” he says defiantly. For Ram, taking the helm as director feels like the perfect culmination of two decades in showbiz. Looking back, he shares, “This 20-year journey in films has been one of immense growth — both as an actor and as a person. I was just 18 when I entered the industry, and I witnessed extreme ups and downs very early on. The path back is rarely simple, but as long as I understand it and follow it, I feel grounded.”
Career Milestones
Ram Pothineni made a mark with Devadasu at the age of 18. From 2006 onward, he established himself as a leading actor with hits like Ready, Kandireega, Nenu Sailaja, Hello Guru Prema Kosame, and iSmart Shankar. In 2025, he turned lyricist, penning the lyrics for Nuvvunte Chaley from Andhra King Taluka. Now, in 2026, he steps into direction with an untitled psychological thriller, while also playing the lead role. The project promises to showcase his multifaceted talent and deep understanding of cinema.
