Sairam Shankar started his film career by assisting his brother Puri Jagannadh in the direction department.

The film was released to mixed reviews and although Sairam's performance was well received, his dubbing voice was heavily criticized.

[1] His next acting venture was alongside Allari Naresh, Swati Reddy, Sherin and Abhi in 2005 film Danger, directed by Krishna Vamsi.

The film was written and produced by Puri Jagannadh and it had Bindu Madhavi acting opposite Sairam.

[citation needed] The year also saw his next release Vade Kavali, directed by Rajendra Darshan.

[citation needed] His film titled Yamaho Yama co-starring Srihari, Parvati Melton and Sanjjanaa was released in 2012.