 Narasimha Rao then got an opportunity to edit a direct Telugu film "Aggi Pidugu" under the direction of Giridhar, starring Giri Babu and Kannada actor V. Ravichandran.Chowdary got an opportunity to work as an assistant director for this film, on recommendation of Narasimha Rao.During this period of time, Chowdary beared his food and traveling expenses.