Ramoji Rao
Biography
Cherukuri Ramoji Rao; born 16 November 1936), better known as Ramoji Rao, is an Indian businessman, film producer, educationist, journalist and media entrepreneur. He is head of the Ramoji Group which owns, among other things, the world's largest film production facility, Ramoji Film City and film production company Ushakiran Movies, established in 1983. He has garnered four Filmfare Awards South, and the National Film Award for his works in Telugu cinema. In 2016, he was selected to be honored with the Padma Vibhushan, India's second highest civilian honor, for his contributions in journalism, literature and education.
- Known For: Production
- Birthday: 1936-11-16
- Place of Birth: Pedaparupudi, Madras Presidency, British India
- Also Known As: Ramoji Rao, Cherukuri Ramoji Rao, చెరుకూరి రామోజీరావు, రామోజీరావు
