Razesh Danda
Born
Rajesh Danda[1]

(1983-03-19) 19 March 1983
OccupationFilm Producer
Years active2017 - Present
Parent(s)Ramarao (Father)
Nagamalleshwari (Mother)

Razesh Danda[2] (born March 19, 1983) is an Indian Film producer[3][4] and distributor, prominently active in the Telugu film industry.[4] His notable works include films such as Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam, Samajavaragamana and is currently producing on Vi Anand's Ooru Peru Bhiaravakona.

Early life

Born to Ramarao (farmer) and Nagamalleshwari (housewife) in Chilakaluripet, Razesh Danda, after completing his Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.), embarked on his journey in the film industry. Initially, he entered the domain as a film distributor, commencing with the movie Swamy Ra Ra and subsequently distributing over 80 films, including successful ventures like Karthikeya[5] and Sarileru Neekevvaru.

Some of the noteworthy films he distributed feature leading actors such as Mahesh Babu, Naga Chaitanya, Nikhil Siddhartha, and Sundeep Kishan.

In 2014, Razesh transitioned into film production, co-producing acclaimed films like Okka Kshanam. Notably, he ventured into the role of a producer for Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam,[6][7] which is streaming on ZEE5.[8] Another significant production is Samajavaragamana[9] which achieved great success in theatres, a family entertainer starring Sree Vishnu and Reba Monica John, where Razesh Danda was both Producer & Distributor.[10] The film received positive reviews from critics. The film also garnered great viewership after it started streaming on Aha (streaming service).[11][12]

Known for his collaborations with actors like Sundeep Kishan and director Vi Anand on Ooru Peru Bhairavakona,[13] Razesh has expressed his desire to work with actors such as Sai Dharam Tej[14] and Allari Naresh.[15] Additionally, he has outlined plans for future projects with director Vijay Kanakamedala.[14]

Filmography

Year Film Director Notes
2017 Okka Kshanam Vi Anand Co-producer
2022Itlu Maredumilli PrajaneekamAR Mohan Producer
2023 Samajavaragamana Ram Abbaraju Producer
Ooru Peru Bhairavakona Vi Anand Producer

As Distributor

Controversy

Razesh Danda found himself in a recent dispute related to the distribution of Samajavaragamana in the Uttarandhra region.The disagreement involved issues of ownership rights and revenue sharing,[16] leading to legal action and claims concerning the film's distribution rights .Razesh sought resolution through legal channels, approaching the council for assistance in addressing the contentious matter.[17]

References

  1. "Rajesh Danda: కలలో కూడా ఊహించని విజయమిది". EENADU (in Telugu). Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  2. 1 2 "Producer Rajesh Danda talks about his journey and upcoming movies". www.ragalahari.com. Retrieved 2023-10-20.
  3. "Samajavaragamana Producer Approaches Council". M9.news. 2023-08-21. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  4. 1 2 Editorial, Outlook (April 1, 2022). "Meet Rajesh Danda: A Rising Film Producer Of The Telugu Film Industry". Outlook India. Retrieved October 9, 2023.
  5. telugu, NT News (2023-03-19). "Producer Rajesh Danda | నిర్మాతగా నచ్చిన కథల్ని ఎంచుకోవచ్చు!". www.ntnews.com (in Telugu). Retrieved 2023-10-09.
  6. "Agent Kannayiram to Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam: List of South movies releasing in November". PINKVILLA. 2022-11-17. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  7. "Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam Movie Review : An honest social drama narrating the plight of a tribal village". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  8. "Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam OTT Streaming Details". Filmy Focus. 2022-11-26. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
  9. Prakash, Chatakonda Krishna. "Samajavaragamana collections: కలెక్షన్‍ల జోరు కొనసాగిస్తున్న సామజవరగమన.. "ఊహలకు మించి"". Hindustantimes Telugu (in Telugu). Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  10. "Sree Vishnu Scores Blockbuster Hit with Samajavaragamana ". indiaherald.com. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
  11. "Samajavaragamana Movie Review: A family-above-all kind of film with solid, crowd-pleasing writing". Cinema Express. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  12. "Review : Samajavaragamana – Engaging and Entertaining". 123telugu.com. 2023-06-30. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  13. "Sundeep Kishan announces new film with director VI Anand on his birthday. Details here". India Today. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
  14. 1 2 "Producer Rajesh Danda – I want to make a film with Sai Dharam Tej". 123telugu.com. 2023-03-19. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
  15. "Allari Naresh finalises his next project after Ugram, to be backed by makers of Itlu Maredumilli Prajaneekam". OTTPlay. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
  16. "Samajavaragamana Producer Approaches Council". M9.news. 2023-08-21. Retrieved 2023-10-19.
  17. "Samajavaragamana Producer Approaches Council". M9.news. 2023-08-21. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
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