Maddipatla Suri was born on 1916-07-07 near Tenali, in Amrutaluru village, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh. He was deeply interested in literature and pursued studies in Shrouta Smarthamulu and Alankara Shastram. His literary grounding helped him transition into cinema, where he worked as a dialogue writer and actor. He was also known for his translations of Bengali and Sanskrit works into Telugu, which enriched Telugu literature.
In cinema, Suri contributed to films like Pandanti Kapuram (1972) as a dialogue writer, while also being associated with earlier works in the 1950s and 1960s. His dual role as a writer and actor made him a versatile presence in Telugu cultural life. He passed away on 1995-11-19, leaving behind a legacy of literature, translations, and cinematic contributions.