Archive · 28 May 2025
Former IAS Officer Wins Award for Film Debut
Papa Rao Biyyala, a former IAS officer, left his government job to pursue filmmaking.
He worked in high positions, including with the UN.
Biyyala got a filmmaking diploma and directed a short documentary, winning a National Award.
In 2020, he fully embraced cinema, leaving his administrative career.
His first feature film, "Music School", focused on educational pressures and children's creativity.
The film, though critically praised, had limited box office success.
Biyyala's story shows a career change to follow his passion for films.
Papa Rao Biyyala, formerly an IAS officer, transitioned to filmmaking.
He held important positions during his administrative career, including Home Secretary of Assam.
Biyyala served as a civil affairs officer in Kosovo under the United Nations Mission.
He earned a filmmaking diploma and won a National Award for his short documentary.
His debut feature film, 'Music School', was released in 2023, starring Shriya Saran.
- Who
- Papa Rao Biyyala, formerly known as BVP Rao, an IAS officer.
- What
- Biyyala, after leaving his IAS career, won a National Award for his short film.
- When
- Biyyala released his first feature film, 'Music School', in 2023.
- Where
- Biyyala worked in various parts of India and with the UN in Kosovo.
- Why
- Biyyala decided to pursue his passion for filmmaking.
- Former Name
- BVP Rao
- IAS Batch
- 1982
- Education
- Law degree from Osmania University
- UN Position
- Civil Affairs Officer in Kosovo
- First Feature Film
- Music School (2023)