Girija Lokesh is an Indian theatre and film actress and occasional film producer who works in

Kannada cinema Kannada cinema, also known as Sandalwood, or Chandanavana, is the segment of Indian cinema dedicated to the production of motion pictures in the Kannada language widely spoken in the state of Karnataka. The 1934 film ''Sati Sulochana'' directed ...

. She is wife of actor

Lokesh Lokesh (; 19 May 1947 – 14 October 2004) was an Indian actor who appeared in Kannada plays and films. His wife Girija Lokesh is an actress and film director. His father was Subbaiah Naidu, who is credited to be first hero of Kannada silent mo ...

, and is the mother of former actress

Pooja Lokesh Pooja Lokesh is an Indian actress in the Tamil and Kannada film industry. Personal life She is the daughter of Lokesh and Girija Lokesh, and sister of Srujan Lokesh. Partial filmography * '' Tiger Galli'' (2017) * ''Magic Ajji'' (2005) * '' C ...

, and actor and television presenter

Srujan Lokesh Srujan Lokesh (born 28 June 1980) is an Indian actor, television presenter, radio presenter and producer who mainly works in the Kannada film industry. Production house Lokesh Productions was founded by Srujan Lokesh and his mother Girija Lo ...

. In recognition of her contribution towards Kannada cinema, she was honoured with

Rajyotsava Award The Rajyotsava Prashasti or Rajyotsava Awards, the second highest civilian honor of the Karnataka state of India are conferred annually by the Government of Karnataka, Karnataka Government on the occasion of the establishment of the state on 1 ...

by the

Government of Karnataka The Government of Karnataka, abbreviated as, GoK, or simply Karnataka Government, is a democratically-elected state body with the governor as the ceremonial head to govern the Southwest Indian state of Karnataka. The governor who is appointed ...

in 2013.

Partial filmography

As actress

* '' Abachurina Post Office'' (1973) * '' Maadi Madidavaru '' (1974) * ''

Kakana Kote ''Kakana Kote'' ( kn, ಕಾಕನ ಕೋಟೆ) is a 1977 Indian Kannada biographical drama film adapted from Masti Venkatesh Iyengar's stage play of the same name. The film plot tells the story of Kaka Nayaka who was instrumental in stoppi ...

'' (1977) * ''

Simhasana Simhasana ( sa, सिंहासन; IAST: ''Siṁhāsana'') or Lion Pose is an asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise. Etymology and origins The name comes from the Sanskrit words ''simha'' (सिंह), meaning "lion", and '' ...

'' (1983) * ''

Nanjundi Kalyana ''Nanjundi Kalyana'' () is a 1989 Indian Kannada-language romantic comedy film, directed by M. S. Rajashekar, starring newcomers Raghavendra Rajkumar and Malashri, with Girija Lokesh and Sundar Krishna Urs as the lead cast. The film was a major ...

'' (1989) * ''

Challenge Gopalakrishna ''Challenge Gopalakrishna'' is a 1990 Indian Kannada comedy film directed and written by Om Sai Prakash. The film stars Anant Nag in the title role, along with Ashwini in the leading role. Actor Shashikumar made a brief appearance in a song s ...

'' (1990) * ''

Anukoolakkobba Ganda ''Anukoolakkobba Ganda'' is a 1990 Indian Kannada-language film directed by M. S. Rajashekar. The film stars Raghavendra Rajkumar and Vidhyashree in lead roles. The music of the film was composed by Upendra Kumar. The film is a remake of Hindi ...

'' (1990) * ''

Ramachaari ''Ramachaari'' is a 1991 Indian Kannada-language film directed by D. Rajendra Babu and produced by N. Veeraswamy. It starred Ravichandran (Kannada actor), Ravichandran and Malashri. The music was composed by Hamsalekha. The film was a remake of ...

'' (1991) * ''

Halli Meshtru ''Halli Meshtru'' () is a 1992 Kannada-language romantic comedy film directed by Mohan-Manju. The film starred Ravichandran, Bindiya and Tara in key roles with Balakrishna, Thoogudeepa Srinivas and Silk Smitha playing supporting roles. The f ...

'' (1992) * '' Mana Mecchida Sose'' (1992) * ''

Snehada Kadalalli ''Snehada Kadalalli'' is a 1992 Indian Kannada-language romance film directed by Joe Simon and produced by GVK Productions. The film stars Arjun Sarja, Malashri and Sunil. The film's title is adapted from a song from the film ''Shubhamangala'' ( ...

'' (1992) * ''

Belliyappa Bangarappa ''Belliyappa Bangarappa'' is a 1992 Indian Kannada-language comedy drama film directed by Poorna Pragnya, written by Singeetham Srinivasa Rao and produced by Madhu Bangarappa. The film stars Kumar Bangarappa and Amala, whilst a large number of ...

'' (1992) * '' Gadibidi Ganda'' (1993) * ''

Yarigu Helbedi ''Yarigu Helbedi'' (transl. Don't Tell Anyone) is a 1994 Kannada comedy-drama film directed by Kodlu Ramakrishna. It stars Anant Nag, Vinaya Prasad, Mukhyamantri Chandru and Vaishali Kasaravalli among others. The movie has become a cult film ...

'' (1994) * '' Ulta Palta'' (1997) * ''

Ganga Yamuna ''Ganga Yamuna'' is a 1997 Indian Kannada-language romance drama film directed by S. Mahendar and produced by Ghouse Peer. The film stars Shiva Rajkumar, Malashri and newcomer Ravinder Maan. Actress Suhasini Maniratnam featured in a cameo role. ...

'' (1997) * ''

Gattimela ''Gattimela'' is a 2019 Indian Kannada-language television soap opera that airs on Zee Kannada. This series is directed by Koramangala Anil (March 2019 - July 2021) R Kiran (July 2021 – present) and produced by Joni Harsha (March 2019- Decem ...

'' (2001) * ''

Ekadantha ''Ekadantha'' is a 2007 Indian Kannada-language comedy drama film directed and written by Bollywood actor - director Sachin starring Vishnuvardhan, Prema and Ramesh Aravind. It features soundtrack from Gurukiran.Released on 16 March 2007, t ...

'' (2007) * '' Nanda Loves Nanditha'' (2008) * ''

Aithalakkadi ''Aithalakkadi'' is a 2010 Indian Kannada comedy film directed by J.G. Krishna. The film stars Rangayana Raghu and Bullet Prakash in leading roles. The music of the film was composed by Sadhu Kokila. Cast *Rangayana Raghu as Raghu *Bullet Prak ...

'' (2010) * ''

Sidlingu ''Sidlingu'' is a 2012 Indian Kannada-language coming of age film starring Yogesh and Ramya in the lead roles. The film has been directed and written by Vijaya Prasad Vijaya Prasad is an Indian actor, director, producer, and writer. Caree ...

'' (2012)... Rangamma * '' Manjunatha BA LLB'' (2012) * ''

Snehitaru ''Snehitaru'' ( Friends) is a 2012 Indian Kannada-language action film written and directed by Ram Narayan and produced by Soundarya Jagadish. It has an ensemble cast including Vijay Raghavendra, Tarun Chandra, Pranitha, Srujan Lokesh and Rav ...

'' (2012) * ''

Sangolli Rayanna Sangolli Rayanna was born on 15 August 1798 was a nineteenth century Indian revolutionary, military chief (''Shetsanadi)'' and warrior in the Kittur princely state in the present day Indian state of Karnataka. He was the ''Shetsanadi'' of the ...

'' (2012) * ''

Bhajarangi ''Bhajarangi'' is a 2013 Indian Kannada-language fantasy action film starring Shiva Rajkumar and Aindrita Ray. Directed by choreographer-turned-director Harsha, the film was released on 12 December 2013 and received positive response from critic ...

'' (2013) * ''Jasmine 5'' (2014) * ''

Gajakesari ''Gajakesari'' is a 2014 Indian Kannada-language historical action film directed by cinematographer Krishna and produced by Jayanna and Bogendra. The film stars Yash in leading role along with Amulya and Anant Nag. The film also prominently f ...

'' (2014) * ''Preethiyinda'' (2015) * ''

Bullet Basya ''Bullet Basya'' is a 2015 Indian Kannada comedy film directed by Jayatheertha, and stars Sharan and Haripriya. The supporting cast features Rangayana Raghu, Sadhu Kokila and Yathiraj Jaggesh. The title of the film was taken from Sudheer's char ...

'' (2015) * ''

Krishna-Rukku ''Krishna-Rukku'' is a 2016 Indian Kannada-language romance film written and directed by Anil Kumar and produced by Uday K. Mehta. It stars Ajay Rao and Amulya in the lead roles. The film's music is composed by Sridhar V. Sambhram and cinemat ...

'' (2016) * ''

Kiragoorina Gayyaligalu ''Kiragoorina Gayyaligalu'' ) is a 2016 Indian Kannada-language drama film directed by Sumana Kittur, based on a novel of the same name written by Poornachandra Tejaswi. It stars Shwetha Srivatsav, Sukrutha Wagle, Karunya Ram, Sonu, and Man ...

'' (2016) * '' John Jani Janardhan'' (2016) * ''Style Raja'' (2017) * ''

Bhootayyana Mommaga Ayyu ''Bhootayyana Mommaga Ayyu'' () is a 2018 Indian Kannada-language comedy film written and directed by Nagaraj Peenya. Produced by R. Varaprasad Shetty under the banner of Sri Vaishnavi Cine Creations, the film released across Karnataka state on ...

'' (2018) * '' Onti'' (TBA) * ''

Seetharama Kalyana ''Seetharama Kalyana '' is a 2019 Indian Kannada-language action drama film written and directed by Harsha and produced by Anitha Kumaraswamy under the Channambika Films banner. The film has an ensemble cast with Nikhil Kumar and Rachita Ram ...

'' (2019) * ''Selfie Mummy Googl Daddy'' (2020) * ''

Pogaru ''Pogaru'' is a 2021 Indian Kannada-language masala film directed by Nanda Kishore and produced by B. K. Gangadhar. The film stars Dhruva Sarja and Rashmika Mandanna with Chikkanna, P. Ravi Shankar, Pavitra Lokesh, and Raghavendra Rajkumar in s ...

'' (2021)

As producer

* '' Karune Illada Kanoonu'' (1983)

Television appearances

References

External links

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