Dasari

Dasari is a surname commonly found among Telugu-speaking communities in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and among people of the Indian diaspora. In contemporary use, it is found across diverse professions and is not tied to a single occupation or caste. The precise origin and meaning of the surname are not definitively established in widely available sources, and different families may have different ancestral narratives. Outside India, bearers of the name are part of diaspora communities in North America, Europe, the Gulf region, and other areas.

In popular culture and public life, the surname is associated with several individuals in the Indian context. One of the most well-known is Dasari Narayana Rao (1942–2017), a prominent Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer in Telugu cinema, noted for a prolific body of work and a lasting influence on the industry.

Overall, dasari as a surname reflects the linguistic and cultural diversity of Telugu-speaking populations, with its bearers today appearing in a wide range of professions and communities both in India and abroad.