Sukumar is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer who works in Telugu cinema. One of the highest-paid directors in Indian cinema, his notable films include Arya 2 (2009), Rangasthalam (2018), Pushpa: The Rise (2021), and Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024). In addition to his directorial work, Sukumar has produced films under his banner Sukumar Writings, including Kumari 21F (2015), Uppena (2021), and Virupaksha (2023).