Recently, boyapati Srinu's movie 'Skanda,' featuring ram pothineni, faced a lackluster response in theaters. Despite having mixed reviews and not meeting box office expectations upon its 2023 release, the tv telecast of 'Skanda' turned the tide. The film, which includes ram in a dual role alongside Srileela and Sai Manjrekar, received a blockbuster TRP rating of 8.47, showcasing the unpredictability of audience preferences.

This phenomenon extends to other ram pothineni films, indicating his enduring popularity on the small screen. boyapati Srinu's previous movies, such as 'Jaya Janaki Nayaka' (14.6), 'Vinaya Vidheya Rama' (7.9), and 'Akhanda' (10.47), also received high TRP ratings, underscoring the director's appeal on television. Even films like 'Smart Shankar' and 'The Warrior,' considered disasters at the box office, achieved remarkable tv ratings, emphasizing the audience's fondness for Ram's movies on the small screen. Ram Pothineni is currently working on the sequel to 'Smart Shankar,' titled 'Double Smart,' directed by puri Jagannath, promising a summer treat for his fans.