Hanu Raghavapudi is an Indian filmmaker and screenwriter who is mainly known for his work in the Telugu film industry. He started out as an assistant director, working in films like Aithe (2003), Anukokunda Oka Roju (2005) and Okkadunnadu (2007) before making his directorial debut with 2012 romantic drama Andala Rakshasi. Other significant directorial credits include Krishna Gaadi Veera Prema Gaadha (2016) and LIE (2017), both of which he also wrote. His 2018 release includes Padi Padi Leche Manasu, directed by Hanu Raghavapudi. His next directorial venture was Sita Ramam starring Dulquer Salman, Mrunal Thakur and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles.