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His 2016 Telugu film "Oopiri", an adaptation of the French film "The Intouchables" (2011) starring Nagarjuna and Karthi was a critical and commercial success. The film won him his Filmfare Award for Best Director – Telugu. In 2019, he collaborated with actor Mahesh Babu for "Maharshi". The film won National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.