For Cecil Srungarapati, entrepreneurship is not driven by hype or momentary trends. It is driven by discipline, management, and execution. With professional experience across 10 multinational companies, Cecil entered the startup ecosystem with a firm belief: when discipline is strong, management is clear, and teams work in alignment, growth becomes consistent and sustainable.
He is the Founder of Telugu Tea Talks, a digital business storytelling platform created to address a clear gap in the market. Businesses had strong stories but lacked structured visibility. Cecil built Telugu Tea Talks with a focus on workflow discipline, execution timelines, and accountability. This operational clarity allowed the platform to scale smoothly, resulting in the creation of 3,000+ business videos and the promotion of 1,000+ businesses in less than three years.
As the platform expanded, Cecil ensured that leadership roles were well-defined and execution remained uninterrupted. Kusum Ganji, as Managing Director, became the anchor and public face of Telugu Tea Talks, shaping its storytelling style and brand presence. Lavanya Ganji, also Managing Director, led client relationships and partnerships, building trust-based growth. Cecil firmly believes that teamwork backed by discipline is the real engine of success, and this structure became a working example of that philosophy.
Cecil carries the same belief into his role as CEO of Perfect Prime News, a digital-first Telugu news platform built for speed, clarity, and relevance. Perfect Prime News was founded by Kusum Ganji, with a clear vision to create an impactful regional news platform. Lavanya Ganji serves as the Managing Director, overseeing coordination, partnerships, and operational alignment. As CEO, Cecil is responsible for execution, management systems, and long-term scalability.
The results of this disciplined approach were immediate. Within just 10 days of launch, Perfect Prime News achieved 28,000 followers and over 3 crore views, establishing itself as one of the fastest-growing regional digital news platforms. For Cecil, this success reaffirmed a core belief: when management is strong and teams function with clarity, growth follows naturally.
While media platforms form a major part of his journey, Cecil’s most future-focused vision lies in education. In February 2026, he launched Mana Chaduvu, an online education initiative designed to address one of the biggest challenges facing graduates today, unemployment despite completing formal education.
Mana Chaduvu is built specifically for graduates who want a job, not just a certificate. The platform focuses on industry-relevant, job-oriented skills that align directly with hiring requirements. By the end of 2026, Mana Chaduvu plans to launch 10 dedicated courses aimed at helping learners enter top employment sectors.
Planned courses include:
- AR Calling
- Mobile Video Editing
- Digital Marketing
- DevOps
- Data Science, and more
What makes Mana Chaduvu truly distinctive is its affordability-first model. While similar courses in the market are often priced at ₹10,000, ₹50,000, or even ₹1,00,000, every course on Mana Chaduvu will cost only ₹3,000. This reflects Cecil’s conviction that quality education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of financial background.
The vision for Mana Chaduvu extends across South India, aiming to create a unified learning ecosystem focused on employability, confidence, and real-world skills.
Alongside media and education, Cecil also contributes as a Managing Partner at Rice Bank India, applying the same principles of discipline, planning, and teamwork to social impact initiatives.
At the core of Cecil Srungarapati’s journey is a simple belief: discipline strengthens teams, strong teams drive growth, and growth sustains long-term success. This philosophy continues to guide his work across media, education, and social responsibility.
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