Sushanth Anumolu (born 18 March 1986), known professionally as Sushanth, is an Indian actor who works primarily in Telugu cinema. Born into the prominent Akkineni–Daggubati film family, he made his acting debut with Kalidasu (2008) and later gained critical recognition for his performance in Chi La Sow (2018).
| Full name | Sushanth Anumolu |
|---|---|
| Born | 18 March 1986 |
| Profession | Actor |
| Industry | Telugu cinema |
| Family | Akkineni–Daggubati family |
| Debut film | Kalidasu (2008) |
| Web debut | Maa Neella Tank (2022) |
Sushanth was born on 18 March 1986 into the Akkineni–Daggubati family, one of the most established lineages in Telugu cinema. The family connection placed him within a long tradition of actors and producers associated with the Telugu film industry.
Sushanth made his acting debut in 2008 with Kalidasu. His subsequent films during the years that followed did not perform well at the box office, resulting in a difficult early phase in his career.
He achieved critical and commercial success with Chi La Sow (2018), in which he portrayed a software employee. The film marked a turning point in his career after a stretch of unsuccessful releases.
His highest-grossing release came with Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo (2020), in which he appeared in a supporting role. He made his web debut in 2022 with the series Maa Neella Tank.
Sushanth's career represents a trajectory of recovery within mainstream Telugu cinema, with Chi La Sow establishing him as a capable lead in content-driven films, and Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo giving him exposure in a major commercial production. His move into streaming with Maa Neella Tank reflects the broader expansion of Telugu actors into web-based formats.