Director Sukumar’s 15-year-old daughter, Sukriti Veni Bandreddi, has emerged as one of the brightest young talents in Indian cinema after winning the National Award for Best Child Artist for her debut role in Gandhi Tatha Chettu. Her performance, marked by raw emotion and maturity beyond her years, struck a chord with audiences nationwide and earned her widespread recognition.
In celebration of this remarkable achievement, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy recently felicitated Sukriti at his residence in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. The special occasion was attended by Sukumar, his wife Thabitha Sukumar, producer Yalamanchili Ravishankar, and other dignitaries. During the interaction, CM Revanth Reddy congratulated Sukriti on her milestone, praised her impactful performance, and extended his encouragement for her bright future.
Pictures and videos from the ceremony, shared by both Mythri Movie Makers and Telangana’s official social media handles, captured the proud moment. Mythri Movie Makers posted,
“Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana Shri. @revanth_anumula Garu congratulated and felicitated #SukritiVeniBandreddi on winning the National Award for #GandhiTathaChettu. Director #Sukumar Garu, @Thabithasukumar Garu, producer #RaviShankar Garu and the entire team met the CM.”
Meanwhile, Telangana’s official social media handle also released a video of the event, writing,
“Chief Minister Shri A. Revanth Reddy was courteously met by film director Sukumar and his wife, producer Yalamanchili Ravishankar, and others at his Jubilee Hills residence. Sukumar's daughter, Sukrithi, received the National Award for Best Child Actress for the film Gandhi Tatha Chettu. On this occasion, the Chief Minister honored and congratulated Sukrithi. #Sukumar #GandhiTathaChettu.”
Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana Shri. @revanth_anumula Garu congratulated and felicitated #SukritiVeniBandreddi on winning the National Award for #GandhiTathaChettu ✨
Director #Sukumar Garu, @Thabithasukumar Garu, producer #RaviShankar Garu and the entire team met the CM. pic.twitter.com/0hOstndOBw
— Mythri Movie Makers (@MythriOfficial) August 19, 2025
Directed by Padmavathi Malladi, Gandhi Tatha Chettu provided Sukriti with the perfect platform to shine. Produced by Naveen Yerneni, Ravi Shankar, and Sesha Sindu Rao under Mythri Movie Makers, Sukumar Writings, and Gopi Talkies, the film tells the story of a 13-year-old who uses Gandhian principles to protect a village tree. Released on January 24, 2025, the socially resonant drama has been widely praised for its heartfelt narrative and strong performances.
With this National Award win, Sukriti Veni Bandreddi not only makes her family proud but also carries forward the legacy of cinematic excellence into the next generation.
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