Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu

Pawan Kalyan had previously worked with Puri Jagannadh in Badri, which also was Puri's debut movie. On 18 January 2012, Puri Jagannath announced on his Twitter account that Pawan had agreed to do a film with him and filming would begin in mid-2012.[4] On 25 January 2012 Puri announced that the film would be produced by DVV Danayya on Universal Media banner and that filming would begin in May 2012 after Pawan completed filming for Gabbar Singh. On 10 February 2012, Puri Jagannath revealed on his Twitter that he was in Bangkok and had completed writing the first half of the film. He also announced that the film would be titled Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu and released the logo of the film on his Twitter.[5] It was reported that Puri has completed writing the script. The film was officially launched on 14 March 2012 at Puri Jagannath's office in Hyderabad. It was soon announced that S. R. Shekhar, who worked for Puri's previous four movies, will be handling the film's editing and Shyam K. Naidu will work as the cinematographer. It was also reported that Mani Sharma would give the soundtrack for the film. This would be Puri Jagannath's 25th film.

It was announced on 14 March 2012 that Prakash Raj, Brahmanandam, Ali, Tanikella Bharani, and Kota Srinivasa Rao were cast for vital roles in the film. It was reported that Pawan Kalyan would be seen in the role of a news reporter and the female lead will be played by Tamanna.[6] Gabriela Bertante, who performed an item number in Puri Jagannadh's Devudu Chesina Manushulu, was chosen to play the second female lead role. Scarlett Wilson has been roped for an item song.

Filming was set to begin in the second week of May 2012 after Puri finished Devudu Chesina Manushulu. It was also reported that a major part of the filming would take place in Hyderabad. The first schedule of the film started on 15 June 2012 at Saradhi Studios and shifted to Padmalaya.The police faced a tough situation to handle the crowd at the shooting spot. The second schedule of the film began on 9 July 2012. By August, filming of the talkie part was completed and the shooting was wrapped up in September after the remaining (two) songs in the film were shot. A fight scene was shot at Ramoji Rao City. Puri originally planned to shoot climax with real-life Pawan fans, but due to the weather, it was postponed. A set resembling that of a media office was erected at Saradhi studios for 30 million by art director CHINNA.

"Exilir India Entertainments" company secured the theatrical distribution rights for Australia and New Zealand. The theatrical distribution rights of the film for the Vizag region were sold for ₹ 41 million. Telugu film production company 14 Reels Entertainment secured the theatrical screening rights of the film for Krishna District.[7]

The film received mixed reviews. The Times of India gave 3.5 out of 5 stars and stated that "The first half of the film goes on a fruity note while the film's racy second half keeps you going".[11] Rediff wrote: "With Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu, Puri Jagannadh is trying to look for an idealistic situation".[12] The Way2movies website gave a rating of 3.25/5 for the film and stated that "A sincere attempt by Puri Jagannadh. Watch Pawan Kalyan's terrific on-screen presence in Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu".[13] Idlebrain gave 3.25/5 and wrote: Strengths of the film are Pawan Kalyan's explosive performance and Puri Jagan's superb characterization/dialogues. On the flip side, the holistic approach and strong villain characterization is missing in the film. There is enough firepower in the movie to make it commercially work.[14] The 123telugu website also gave a rating 3.25/5 for the film and stated that 'Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu’ is a movie that works primarily due to Pawan Kalyan's sheer force and powerful on-screen presence. A good second half, solid punch dialogues and a terrific performance from Pawan elevate the movie. A better script and more involving characters would have helped the movie. The film will be a great watch for those who are interested in politics, and a decent one for regular movie lovers.".[15] The SuperGoodMovies website also gave a 3.25/5 for the film and stated that "Go and Watch Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu for Powerstar Pawan Kalyan's best performance. Cameraman Gangatho Rambabuis packaged with full of entertainment. A hit for Pawan Kalyan this year".[16] The Oneindia Entertainment website has stated that what strikes viewers is the way Puri has presented this subject on screen. Pawan Kalyan's performance stands out in it. It is a good treat for both class and mass audience, and it is a must-watch film for the Powerstar fans.[17] Telugu cinema wrote: "Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu is a treat for Pawan Kalyan's fans and for Puri's fans, with its central theme actually going above and beyond the star and the star-director".[18]

The film started well at the box office and collected 500 million(Gross) but dropped after and the film became Above Average flick at the box office. The film has collected approximately ₹8.8 million (US$110,000) in the US in 1 week (nett).[19] The film has completed 50 days in 72 centers on 6 December 2012 in Andhra Pradesh.[20] Cameraman Gangatho Rambabu Collected ₹85 million (US$1.1 million)(Share) day 1 collection and it collected 350 million (share)in its lifetime.

The VCD's, DVD's and Blu-ray discs of the film were released into the market through Aditya Video company on 17 January 2013.[21]