Renowned creative genius and filmmaker Sukumar has consistently championed the cause of nurturing and promoting gifted artists and technicians within the industry. Serving as a guiding force, Sukumar has witnessed some of the directors who apprenticed under him in the direction department achieve extraordinary success with their maiden ventures. For others, Sukumar stands as their revered 'guru,' providing a profound learning experience through his cinematic masterpieces, effectively becoming their indirect mentors.

Among the rising talents emerging from Sukumar's mentorship is Director Yeshasvi V, who can be likened to an Eklavya-style disciple under Sukumar's influential tutelage. Noteworthy is Deepak Saroj, the former child artist turned protagonist, whose unique love story titled 'Siddharth Roy' is set to grace the silver screen shortly, with Yeshasvi at the helm as the director.

In a testament to Yeshasvi's directorial prowess showcased in 'Siddharth Roy,' Sukumar, the visionary creator behind acclaimed films like 'Pushpa' and 'Rangasthalam,' has not only taken notice but has gone a step further. Impressed by Yeshasvi's talent, Sukumar has extended his patronage by entrusting him with the directorial reins of an upcoming film under his esteemed banner, Sukumar Writings.

The production house, Sukumar Writings, has a legacy of delivering meaningful and impactful films. Currently, it stands as a prolific producer of pan-Indian projects and an array of diverse content films in collaboration with some of the industry's top production houses. Sukumar's continued commitment to fostering talent and facilitating compelling storytelling reflects in this latest collaboration with Yeshasvi V, promising yet another addition to the impressive repertoire of Sukumar Writings.

Many of Sukumar's proteges became directors and scored hits at the box office. An often overlooked facet of Sukumar's illustrious professional journey is his role as a filmmaking guru, quietly nurturing and guiding aspiring talents who have gone on to carve their own paths to success. This week, the spotlight falls on debutant director Srikanth Odela, earning accolades for his outstanding work on the blockbuster "Dasara."

Srikanth Odela, who honed his skills as an assistant director alongside Sukumar on projects like "Nannaku Prematho" and "Rangasthalam," has been lauded for the distinctiveness of "Dasara." Observers have drawn compelling parallels between the atmospheres and narrative styles of 'Dasara' and 'Rangasthalam,' a testament to Sukumar's influential touch.

Another noteworthy protégé of Sukumar, Buchi Babu Sana, marked his directorial debut with the successful film 'Uppena' and is now gearing up to helm Ram Charan's next project.Sukumar's mentoring legacy extends to directors like Palnati Surya Pratap, known for films such as "Kumar 21F" and "18 Pages," and Jakka Hari Prasad, the creative force behind "Playback."

In the realm of writing, Vemareddy, shaped by Sukumar's guidance, has achieved success as a prolific writer. Additionally, Sukumar's influence is evident in the trajectory of Srikanth Vissa, a talented writer contributing to noteworthy films like "Pushpa" and "18 Pages," earning him the distinction of being one of Tollywood's highest-paid screenwriters.Sukumar's commitment to nurturing and elevating the talents around him continues to be a beacon in the industry, with his disciples making significant strides and leaving an indelible mark on the world of cinema.