Sashi Kiran Tikka

Sashi Kiran Tikka is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works primarily in Telugu cinema. He is known for directing Goodachari and Major (2022).

Early life and education

Tikka studied filmmaking and direction at the New York Film Academy.

He later worked as an assistant director to Sekhar Kammula on the political drama Leader (2010).

Career

Tikka made his directorial debut with Goodachari (2018), a spy thriller that received critical attention and was discussed in national media for its narrative style.

He later directed Major (2022), a biographical action film based on the life of Sandeep Unnikrishnan, who was killed during the 2008 Mumbai attacks. The film received extensive national media attention.

He also appeared in broader industry articles discussing trends in South cinema.

He served as presenter and screenplay writer for Satyabhama (2024).

Filmography

Year Film Role 2018 Goodachari Director 2022 Major Director 2024 Satyabhama Presenter; Screenplay