Uttej is a familiar artist to most of the telugu film audience. He started his acting career from Siva. Followed by
are Gaayam, Money (as the bachelor getting married who dreams about Urmila), Master and many others. He is currently playing
an important role in Suresh Krishna's Maa Ashok Gadi Love Story. The following is a brief
chat with Uttej



Background

I am from Hyderabad. Graduated with B Sc from City college. Entered the film industry as an assistant director.
I worked as an apperentice for the movie "Kallu". As an assistant director, first movie is ANR's "Raogari Illu" directed by Tharani.
RamGopalVarma used to come on the sets for observation. And I got in touch with him.
From then on I worked with RamGopalVarma as
associate director from Siva till Rangeela, 14 films. Acted in few of those films too. And more over I am very much
intrested in acting. And got more chances towards that. So here I am. I worked for more than 197 movies after
coming into films in 1989.



How did cinema become your interest?

My grand father and father are completely involved in dramas and stage shows. They are writers also.
Naturally, I had an inclination towards
acting and becoming an actor. When I came to Hyderabad for education, I used to participate in Puppet shows, Radio
dramas, mimes, magic shows, TV serials. I struggled a lot. In my childhood I used to like
NTR garu. When I came to college, I became a fan of Chiranjeevi. I wanted to take a picture with him atleast.
When I got a chance to act with him in 1996, I was very happy. I am a big fan of Chiranjeevi garu.




Are you married?

Yes and I have a daughter.



Any plans on going back to direction

I will definitely direct. I need some more experience and maturity.




Films you are currently working on

Tholi Parichayam and "Maa Asok gaadi love story" are in shooting. I commited to 5 more films.



What is your goal

I want to become a big celebrity. Be it as a director or an actor.




Whats your role in Maa Ashok Gadi Lovestory.

I am playing a major role. Hero's main friend. The movie begins with us (friends of Ashok) narrating the flashback.




Thank you Uttej for your time and we wish you all the best.