Priyadarshi Pulikonda Biography: Wife, Age, Parents, Net Worth, Children, Height, Movies, TV Shows

Priyadarshi Pulikonda is an Indian actor and comedian who rose to mainstream recognition with his memorable portrayal of Kaushik in the Telugu romantic comedy Pelli Choopulu.

His effortless comic timing, natural dialogue delivery, and authentic Telangana dialect quickly made him a favourite among audiences. It established him as one of the most dependable supporting actors in Telugu cinema.

Following the success of Pelli Choopulu, he expanded beyond comedy into leading and character-driven roles that earned widespread critical acclaim.

His performances in films such as Mallesham and Balagam showcased his dramatic range. At the same time, appearances in popular web series further cemented his place as one of the most versatile actors of his generation.

Priyadarshi Pulikonda
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Name:	Priyadarshi Pulikonda
Born:	August 25, 1989 (age 36 years old)
Place of Birth:	Piduguralla, Andhra Pradesh, India
State Of Origin:	Telangana, India
Nationality:	Indian
Ethnicity:	Indian
Religion:	Hinduism
Parents:	Pulikonda Subbachari, Pulikonda Jayalakshmi
Spouse:	Richa Sharma
Relationship:	Married
Occupation:	Actor, Comedian
Net Worth:	$1.5 million

Early Life and Education

Priyadarshi Pulikonda, now 37, was born on August 25, 1989, in Piduguralla, Andhra Pradesh (now in Andhra Pradesh), India.

He was raised by his parents, Pulikonda Subbachari and Pulikonda Jayalakshmi, in a middle-class family before relocating to Hyderabad, where he spent much of his childhood.

Growing up, he developed a strong appreciation for cinema, often drawing inspiration from classic Telugu films that fueled his ambition to become an actor.

After completing his schooling, Priyadarshi earned a Bachelor of Science degree before pursuing higher studies at the University of Hyderabad.

He enrolled at the Sarojini Naidu School of Arts and Communication, where he completed a Master of Arts in Communication between 2009 and 2011.

His academic background gave him a solid understanding of visual storytelling, filmmaking, and media studies, knowledge that later proved valuable as he navigated the competitive Telugu film industry.

Personal Life

Priyadarshi Pulikonda has been married to Richa Sharma since 2018. The couple has largely kept their marriage out of the public spotlight, occasionally appearing together while choosing to maintain a private family life. As of publicly available information, they have not announced having children.

Despite his growing popularity, Priyadarshi has remained grounded and continues to keep his personal affairs separate from his professional career.

He resides primarily in Hyderabad, where he balances film projects with family life, and has rarely been associated with celebrity gossip or public controversies surrounding his marriage.

Career

Priyadarshi began his acting journey by appearing in independent short films and auditioning for small roles as he tried to establish himself in the Telugu film industry.

His first feature film appearance came in the 2016 thriller Terror, where he played a minor role. Although brief, the opportunity marked the beginning of his professional career in cinema.

Later that year, director Tharun Bhascker cast him as Kaushik in Pelli Choopulu, a performance that became the turning point of his career.

His impeccable comic timing and authentic Telangana slang earned praise from critics and audiences alike, making him one of the industry’s most sought-after supporting actors.

The success of Pelli Choopulu opened the door to major films including The Ghazi Attack, Arjun Reddy, Spyder, Vunnadhi Okate Zindagi, Jai Lava Kusa, MCA: Middle Class Abbayi, Tholi Prema, NOTA, and Wife of Ram.

While comedy remained one of his strengths, Priyadarshi deliberately pursued more challenging roles to avoid being typecast.

His breakthrough as a leading dramatic actor came with Mallesham (2019), in which he portrayed the real-life inventor Chintakindi Mallesham. The performance received widespread critical acclaim and demonstrated his ability to carry emotionally demanding roles.

He continued to earn praise through films such as Mail, Naandhi, Jathi Ratnalu, Oke Oka Jeevitham, Sita Ramam, and Balagam, with the latter becoming one of the most celebrated Telugu films of 2023.

Alongside his film career, Priyadarshi has successfully ventured into digital entertainment through web series including Loser and Save the Tigers.

His ability to transition seamlessly between comedy, drama, and emotionally layered characters has established him as one of the most versatile performers in contemporary Telugu cinema.

Awards

• Telangana Gaddar Film Award – Special Recognition for Lead Actor for Mallesham and Balagam (2025)

Net Worth

Priyadarshi has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million.

His wealth comes primarily from his acting career in Telugu cinema, where he has worked as a leading actor, supporting performer, and comedian.

He also earns income through web series, brand endorsements, promotional appearances, corporate events, and other entertainment-related ventures.

Social Media

• Instagram: @preyadarshe
• X: @Preyadarshe

Filmography

• Terror (2016)
• Pelli Choopulu (2016)
• The Ghazi Attack (2017)
• Arjun Reddy (2017)
• Spyder (2017)
• Vunnadhi Okate Zindagi (2017)
• Jai Lava Kusa (2017)
• MCA: Middle Class Abbayi (2017)
• Tholi Prema (2018)
• Nela Ticket (2018)
• NOTA (2018)
• Wife of Ram (2018)
• Mithai (2019)
• Mallesham (2019)
• Brochevarevaru Ra (2019)
• Ashwamedham (2019)
• Mail (2021)
• Naandhi (2021)
• Jathi Ratnalu (2021)
• Radhe Shyam (2022)
• Oke Oka Jeevitham (2022)
• Sita Ramam (2022)
• Balagam (2023)
• 35 Chinna Katha Kaadu (2024)
• Thappinchuku Thiruguvadu Dhanyudu Sumathi (2024)
• Court – State vs A Nobody (2025)
• Game Changer (2025)
• Darling (2025)
• Suyodhana (2026)

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