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Krish is an Indian director, best known for Tamil cinema. Krish began their career in 2011 and has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 15 years. With 30 credits to their name and an average audience rating of 7.0, Krish remains one of the most prolific and celebrated talents in the industry. Krish is one of the most closely watched talents of their generation, with a rapidly growing body of acclaimed work.

Born
Age
47
30+Known Credits
7.0Avg Rating
risingCareer Phase

Biography

Krish Jagarlamudi (born Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi) is an Indian film director and screenwriter working primarily in Telugu cinema, also known for his work in Hindi and Tamil films. His period war drama Kanche (2015), set against the backdrop of World War II and Nazi Germany, won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Telugu, and his debut Gamyam (2008) and Vedam (2010) earned him Filmfare Awards South. He is noted for directing large-scale historical and socially grounded narratives, including Gautamiputra Satakarni (2017), the 100th film of Nandamuri Balakrishna, depicting the Satavahana emperor of ancient India. He made his Hindi debut with Gabbar is Back (2015) starring Akshay Kumar, demonstrating his range across regional and mainstream Bollywood cinema.

Career Milestones

2011

Film debut

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2015

Highest rated: Gabbar is Back (8.2)

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The Numbers

Krish by the Numbers

Total Films0
Back-to-back Watch0 hours~estimate
Hit Ratio0%
Yrs Active0
Versatility0/10
Biggest CollaborationNayantara2 films together

If you watched every Krish film back-to-back, you'd be at it for roughly 16 hours. Most-paired with Nayantara — 2 films together.

Collaboration Network

Collaboration Network

The Constellation

Top 8 most-paired collaborators. Bubble size and line thickness reflect how many films they share with Krish.

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Career Analytics

Genre Breakdown

Drama
33%
Action
33%
History
33%

Language Distribution

Tamil
43%
Telugu
43%
Hindi
14%

Films by Decade

7
2010s

Top Co-Actors

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Krish has worked most frequently with Nayantara (2 films), Prakash Raj (2 films), Ravi Prakash (2 films), Posani Krishna Murali (2 films), and Srinivas Avasarala (2 films).

Legacy & Influence

Krish is a significant figure in contemporary Indian cinema, primarily known as a director and screenwriter who has made substantial contributions to Telugu film. His career trajectory began with notable work as an assistant director, which provided a strong foundation in storytelling and technical filmmaking. He gained major recognition with the critically acclaimed and commercially successful film 'Gamyam' (2008), which is celebrated for its realistic portrayal of characters and its impactful narrative, marking a shift in Telugu cinema towards more nuanced, character-driven stories. Krish further solidified his reputation with historical and biographical dramas. His directorial work on 'Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum' (2012) showcased his ability to handle larger-scale productions while commenting on societal issues. A landmark achievement in his career is the National Award-winning biopic 'Mahanati' (2018), which he directed. The film, a tribute to the legendary actress Savitri, was praised for its meticulous craftsmanship, narrative depth, and revival of a classic cinematic era, earning widespread critical acclaim and several awards. Krish's filmmaking is characterized by a strong emphasis on content-driven scripts, rich character development, and a blend of commercial elements with artistic integrity. He has been instrumental in pushing the boundaries of mainstream Telugu cinema, often choosing subjects with cultural and historical significance and executing them with a distinct directorial vision. His influence extends to inspiring a wave of filmmakers to explore biographical and socially relevant themes within the commercial framework, thereby enriching the diversity of Indian cinema.

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