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Hudugaru
''Hudugaru'' ( Boys) is a 2011 Kannada-language drama film directed by K. Madesh, starring Puneeth Rajkumar, Srinagar Kitty, Yogesh (actor), Yogesh and Radhika Pandit in the lead roles. The film, which is a remake of the successful 2010 Tamil film ''Naadodigal'', was produced by Parvathamma Rajkumar, with V. Harikrishna having composed the soundtrack and Satya Hegde was the cinematographer. The film released on 5 May 2011 and performed well at the box office similar to Puneeth's previous film ''Jackie (2010 film), Jackie''. The plot focuses on a trio who attempt to unite their friend with his lover against the wishes of all families involved, and at a heavy cost to themselves, only to realize that the lovers separate after a short while. The film earned Puneeth Rajkumar Filmfare and SIIMA Best Actor Award in Kannada. Plot Three youths – Prabhu, Chandru, and Siddesh (Puneeth Rajakumar, Srinagara Kitty and Yogesh respectively) aspiring for government jobs, and to settle in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Radhika Pandit
Radhika Pandit is an Indian film and television actress. She has established a career in Cinema of Karnataka, Kannada cinema as a leading actress. Having worked in Soap opera, television serials such as ''Nandagokula'', ''Kaadambari'', and ''Sumangali'', Pandit made her feature film debut in ''Moggina Manasu'' (2008), for which she was awarded the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actress and Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Kannada, South Filmfare Award for Best Actress. She won the latter award again for her performances in ''Love Guru (2009 film), Love Guru'' (2009) and ''Krishnan Love Story'' (2010). She rose to fame starring in commercially successful films ''Hudugaru'' (2011), ''Addhuri'' (2012), ''Drama (2012 film), Drama'' (2012), ''Bahaddur'' (2014) and ''Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari'' (2014). Early life & education Radhika Pandit was born in Bangalore Palace Nursing Home to a Goan mother and a Saraswat father, Krishna Pandit, who is a stage and film personality. They ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Srinagar Kitty
Krishna (born 8 July 1977) known by his stage name Srinagara Kitty, is an Indian actor who primarily works in Kannada television series and films. He started off as a child artist working in a host of television serialized dramas before making his film debut in 2003 in small supporting roles. His first major film as a lead actor was ''Inthi Ninna Preethiya'' (2008) which opened to positive reviews with his performance being noted. Following this, he featured in many feature films, notably '' Mathe Mungaru'' (2010), '' Savaari'' (2009), ''Hudugaru'' (2011) and ''Sanju Weds Geetha'' (2011). The success of these films established him as one of the leading actors in Kannada cinema. Family and early background Kitty comes from a joint family where he is the last child born to his parents. He is married to TV producer Bhavana Belegere and is the son-in-law of noted writer, journalist and TV Presenter Ravi Belagere. Career Television He started his career early as a Child artist with ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Puneeth Rajkumar
Puneeth Rajkumar (17 March 1975 – 29 October 2021), colloquially known as Appu, was an Indian actor, playback singer, television presenter, and producer, who worked in Kannada cinema. He was the youngest son of actor and matinee idol Dr. Rajkumar, He was one of the most popular actors in Kannada cinema. He was the lead in 30 films; as a child, he appeared in many films. His performances in '' Vasantha Geetha'' (1980), '' Bhagyavantha'' (1981), ''Chalisuva Modagalu'' (1982), '' Eradu Nakshatragalu'' (1983), '' Bhakta Prahaladha'', ''Yarivanu'' and ''Bettada Hoovu'' (1985) were praised. He won the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for his role of Ramu in ''Bettada Hoovu''. He also won Karnataka State Award Best Child artist for ''Chalisuva Modagalu'' and ''Eradu Nakshatragalu''. Puneeth's first lead role was in 2002's ''Appu''. He was conferred with the Doctorate by Mysuru University. The Karnataka Government conferred the state's highest civilian award, Karnataka Ratn ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Krishna (Kannada Actor)
Nagappa Sunil Kumar (born 12 June 1985), popularly known with stage name Darling Krishna, is an actor who primarily acts in Kannada films. He played titular role in soap-opera "Krishna Rukmini". Krishna's major breakthrough as an actor came with superhit film ''Madarangi''. Krishna acted in, directed and also produced ''Love Mocktail'' movie along with his wife Milana Nagaraj. Personal life He hails from Mysuru, holds an MBA and is the son of Nagappa, a retired police officer. In February 2021, Krishna married his long-time girlfriend Milana Nagaraj, at a private ceremony in the outskirts of Bengaluru. Career He started his career as an assistant director for Duniya Soori in the movie '' Jackie'' and later in ''Hudugaru''. He played titular role in soap-opera "Krishna Rukmini". Serial was so popular that people started calling by his on-screen name Krishna, which eventually became his official screen name. After acting in a few films with varying degrees of success, incl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Parvathamma Rajkumar
Dr.Parvathamma Rajkumar (6 December 1939 – 31 May 2017) was an Indian film producer and distributor. She was the wife of veteran Kannada actor Dr. Rajkumar. She produced successful films featuring Rajkumar and their sons Shiva Rajkumar, Puneeth Rajkumar and Raghavendra Rajkumar under the production house named "Poornima Enterprises". Actresses who found fame in her productions include Malashri, Prema, Rakshita, Sudha Rani and Ramya. She was awarded a doctorate from Bangalore University. Amongst the awards she has received are the Phalke Academy award, Kannada Rajyotsava and a lifetime achievement award from the Government of Karnataka. By 2012, she had produced 80 films. She has spoken in defence of Kannadigas, regarding Karnataka's position in interstate water disputes and against infringement of the Kannada film industry's works. Early life and family Parvathamma was born in Saligrama of Mysore district of the erstwhile Kingdom of Mysore on 6 December 1939 to Appaji Gowd ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Guruprasad
Guruprasad is an Indian actor and director in the Kannada film industry. His debut as a director was the 2006 film ''Mata (2006 film), Mata'' which became a cult hit and his second movie as a director is ''Eddelu Manjunatha''. Both the films were received with rave reviews and were considered for many award categories. He is known for portraying satire in a realistic way on the screen. Filmography As a director As an actor As dialogue writer Television Awards * 2010 – Best Director for ''Eddelu Manjunatha'' at the Filmfare Awards References External links * Guruprasad save Rs 2 lakhs by not drinkingGuruprasad-relaunches-directors-special Living people Place of birth unknown Male actors from Bangalore Kannada film directors Male actors in Kannada cinema Filmfare Awards South winners Film directors from Bangalore Kannada screenwriters 21st-century Indian male actors Indian male film actors 1972 births Bigg Boss Kannada contestants {{India-film-directo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yogesh (actor)
Yogesh (born 6 July 1990; sometimes billed as Yogi) is an Indian actor and singer who predominantly appears in Kannada films. Yogesh made his debut in the 2007 film '' Duniya'' where he portrayed the supporting character named "Loose Maada" and since then being referred with the same name. However, the success of A. P. Arjun's directorial debut film '' Ambari'' (2009), which earned him a Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor, started Yogesh's successful career as an actor. He has featured in several successful films such as ''Hudugaru'' (2011), ''Sidlingu'' (2012), ''Alemari'' (2012) and ''Yaare Koogadali ''Yaare Koogadali'' is a 2012 Indian Kannada-language action film written and directed by Samuthirakani, starring Puneeth Rajkumar and Bhavana. Parvathamma Rajkumar and Raghavendra Rajkumar are producing the film under for Poornima Enterprises. ...'' (2012). Besides films, he has appeared in the television dance talent show '' Thaka Dhimi Tha Dancing star'' as a judge. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Naadodigal
''Naadodigal'' () is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language action drama film written and directed by Samuthirakani and produced by S. Michael Rayappan under banner of Global Infotainment. The film stars Sasikumar along with Vijay Vasanth and Bharani, while Ananya and Abhinaya made their debut in Tamil and Malaysia-based ''Shanthini Deva'' enacting the lead female roles and Ganja Karuppu playing a pivotal role, providing comical relief. The plot focuses on a trio who attempt to unite their friend with his lover against the wishes of all families involved, and at heavy cost to themselves, only to realize that the lovers separate after a short while. Cinematography was handled by S. R. Kathir, songs composed and score by Sundar C Babu, editing done by A. L. Ramesh, stunt co originated by Dhilip Subbarayan, dance choreography Dinesh, produced designed by R. K. Vijay Murugan and lyrics written by Vaali, Na. Muthukumar, Kabilan and Yugabharathi. The film released in June 2009, garner ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Srinivas Prabhu
Srinivasa Prabhu is an Indian actor in the Kannada film industry and a theatre artist in Karnataka, India. Some of the notable films of Srinivasa Prabhu as an actor include ''Bimba - Those 90 Minutes'' (2018), ''Kanooru Heggadithi'' (1999), Hudugaru (2011), Humble Politician Nograj (2018) etc. Personal life Srinivasa Prabhu did his MA from Central College in Bengaluru, securing the first rank (gold medal) in the state. He graduated from the prestigious National School of Drama, New Delhi, in 1981. Career He worked as a voice-over dubbing artist for Ravi Chandran in most of his early blockbuster films such as Premaloka, Anjada Gandu and Ranadheera. He was part of many soap/serials including ''Janani, Aasare, Sanje Mallige, Muktha, Naaku Thanthi, Kutumba, Maneyondhu Mooru Bagilu, Gupthagamini, Kadambari, Geethanjali, Thakadhimi Thaa and Punyakoti'' etc. At one point in the 2000s, it was nearly impossible to switch on a Kannada Daily Soap channel and not spot Mr. Prabhu, which led t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Abhinaya (actress)
Abhinaya is an Indian actress and model who mainly works in Tamil and Telugu films. She is both hearing and speech impaired. She made her acting debut in ''Naadodigal'' (2009) and then she has appeared in many Tamil and Telugu films. Career Abhinaya was spotted by director Samuthirakani from an ad agency's portfolio while he was on the lookout for a fresh face for his movie ''Nadodigal''. The success of ''Naadodigal'' and critical acclaim for Abhinaya's performance led him to cast her in the Telugu remake ''Shambo Shiva Shambo'', while she was signed to play the same role in its Kannada remake ''Hudugaru'' as well. She won two Filmfare Awards for her performances in ''Naadodigal'' and ''Shambo Shiva Shambo'' the following year. She was cast in an important role in ''Easan'' (2010) directed by Sasikumar. In 2011, A. R. Murugadoss signed her to play a supporting role alongside Suriya in the film ''7aam Arivu''. In 2012, she had three Telugu releases. In ''Dammu'' and ''Dhamaruk ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jayanth Kaikini
Jayanth Kaikini (born 24 January 1955) is a poet, short story writer, playwright, columnist in Kannada and a lyricist in Kannada Cinema. He has so far published six anthologies of short stories, four books of poetry, three plays and a collection of essays. He is valued as one of the best writers in Kannada literature and has revolutionized the field by giving it a fresh new perspective. He has bagged in many notable awards like ' Karnataka Sahitya Academy' award. Kaikini is regarded as one of the most significant writers in Kannada today. Kaikini has been conferred the honorary doctorate from Tumkur University. Early life Dr Kaikini was born in Gokarna to Gourish Kaikini, a thinker, litterateur and teacher, and Shanta Kaikini, a social worker. After studying a M.Sc. in Biochemistry from Karnataka University, Dharwad, he moved to Mumbai where he worked as a chemist for many years. Jayanth Kaikini began his career working as a production chemist, eventually working also as a c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shefali Zariwala
Shefali Jariwala (born 15 December 1986), better known as the ''Kaanta Laga Girl'', is an Indian actress and model who has appeared in several Hindi music videos, reality shows and a Kannada film. She became noted when she appeared in the famous music video ''Kaanta Laga'' and played Bijli in the film ''Mujhse Shaadi Karogi'' with Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan. Later, she participated in the dance reality shows '' Nach Baliye 5'' and ''Nach Baliye 7'' along with Parag Tyagi. In 2018, she played the female lead in ALT Balaji's web series '' Baby Come Naa'' opposite Shreyas Talpade. In 2019, she participated in the controversial reality show ''Bigg Boss 13''. Personal life Shefali Jariwala was married to musician Harmeet Singh from Meet Brothers in 2004. The couple divorced in 2009 where Shefali pressed charges against Harmeet. Later, she married actor Parag Tyagi in 2015. Shefali Jariwala is a graduate with degree in Computer Applications. Career Shefali became famous for appe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
