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Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2 director Sukumar's daughter Sukriti Veni Bandreddi wins Best Child Artist National Award for Gandhi Tatha Chettu
Director Sukumar's 14-year-old daughter, Sukriti Veni Bandreddi, who made her debut in the Telugu film Gandhi Tatha Chettu, has won hearts across the nation with her moving performance. Her portrayal of the lead character deeply touched both audiences and critics alike, marking a promising start to her acting journey.
Today, her hard work and natural talent has been recognized at the 71st National Film Awards, where she bagged the prestigious award for Best Child Artist. The film, directed by Padmavathi Malladi, gave Sukriti a platform to shine, and she delivered with grace, depth, and maturity far beyond her years.
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The film's production company, Mythri Movie Makers congratulated her with a special post, writing, A dream debut that is appreciated at the highest level ⭐ @sukriti_bandreddi wins the prestigious National Award for the best child actor for her splendid performance in #GandhiTathaChettu ✨
This is a big win for the young actress, marking a promising start to her acting career with this film. Gandhi Tatha Chettu is a Telugu social drama directed by Padmavathi Malladi and produced by Naveen Yerneni, Ravi Shankar, and Sesha Sindu Rao under Mythri Movie Makers, Sukumar Writings, and Gopi Talkies. Set in a Telangana village, it follows a 13-year-old girl who uses Gandhian principles to protect a beloved tree. The film released theatrically on 24 January 2025.
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