Quick Info
| Profession | Screenwriter, Film Director |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 27/05/1942 |
| Age | 84 years |
| Birthplace | Kovvur, Madras Presidency, British India (Present-Day Andhra Pradesh, India) |
Latest News about K. V. Vijayendra Prasad
01/07/2025
K. V. Vijayendra Prasad continued his role as a Nominated Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, contributing to legislative discussions on cinema and culture in India. His presence in the upper house remains significant as he advocates for the welfare of the film industry and supports policies promoting Indian storytelling globally.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Koduri Viswa Vijayendra Prasad |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black and White |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Graduate |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Widowed |
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Family
| Father | Koduri Apparao |
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| Mother | Koduri Achyamma |
| Siblings | Brothers: 6, Sister: 1 |
| Spouse | Raja Nandini (Died on 21 October 2012) |
| Children | Son - S. S. Rajamouli, Daughter - 1, Grandchildren - Grandson: SS Karthikeya, Granddaughter: SS Mayookha |
| Relatives | Brother - Koduri Siva Shakthi Datta (elder), M. Keeravani (brother-in-law), M.M. Srilekha (niece), Kalyani Malik (nephew) |
Career
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| Awards | Nandi Awards for Best Feature film: Rajanna (2011; Telugu language), Filmfare Awards 2016, Sony Guild Awards 2016, The iconic trade achiever of the Year 2015 | ||||||
| Notable Works | Baahubali: The Beginning, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, RRR, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Mersal, Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi | ||||||
| Political Career | Nominated Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) since July 2022 |
Favourites
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. K. V. Vijayendra Prasad's smoking habits are not known. | |
| 2. K. V. Vijayendra Prasad's alcohol consumption is not known. | |
| 3. He faced challenges in Chennai while sharing a small apartment with his family. | |
| 4. He began his career as an assistant to his elder brother Koduri Siva Shakthi Datta. | |
| 5. In 1994, he received his first opportunity as an independent writer. | |
| 6. He entered into a love marriage with Raja Nandini. | |
| 7. Vijayendra Prasad is the writer of the blockbuster film Baahubali. | |
| 8. He also penned the script for the Indian drama film Manikarnika. | |
| 9. He has shared his thoughts on actors, movies, and the success of Baahubali and other projects. | |
| 10. Since 1988, he has written screenplays for over 25 films, many of which achieved blockbuster status. |