P. Ravi Shankar

P. Ravi Shankar, born Pudipeddi Ravi Shankar Sarma, and popularly known as Bommali Ravi Shankar or Sai Ravi, is a versatile Indian film actor, dubbing artist, director, and writer, primarily active in the Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada film industries. He has made a significant impact in the realm of voiceovers, lending his voice to an impressive roster of over 2,600 films, with more than 1,000 in both Telugu and Tamil, in addition to contributing to over 150 Kannada and Malayalam films. He is the sibling of well-known actor Sai Kumar.

Ravi Shankar's talents have been recognized with numerous accolades, including seven Nandi Awards from the Andhra Pradesh state for Best Male Dubbing Artist and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award for the same category. He ventured into direction with the Kannada film "Durgi" in 2002, marking a new chapter in his career. Additionally, he has showcased his writing skills by penning dialogues for more than 75 Telugu films and 150 Tamil films. His musical contributions include playback singing for notable films such as "Rakta Charitra" and "Bejawada." His performance in "Kempe Gowda" earned him his first Filmfare Award, solidifying his status in the industry. Ravi Shankar's multifaceted career continues to inspire many in the cinematic world.