Kotturu Chikkarangappa Raghunath (born 17 April 1965), known by his screen name Rangayana Raghu, is an Indian film and stage actor, known for his work 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 ...

. Portraying mostly comic and negative-shaded characters, he has appeared in over 250 films. Prior to acting in films, he worked as a stage actor with

B. V. Karanth Babukodi Venkataramana Karanth (Kannada: ಬಾಬುಕೋಡಿ ವೆಂಕಟರಮಣ ಕಾರಂತ) (19 September 1929 – 1 September 2002) widely known as B. V. Karanth was an Indian film director, playwright, actor, screenwriter, co ...

's theatre group Rangayana, from 1988 to 1999. He made his debut in films in 1995 with ''Suggi'', which got shelved. Raghu got his major break in films after appearing as an antagonist in ''

Dhumm ''Dhumm'' is a 2002 Indian Kannada action drama film directed by M. S. Ramesh, starring Sudeep and Rakshita. The film features background score and soundtrack composed by Gurukiran and lyrics by Kaviraj and V. Nagendra Prasad. The film release ...

'' (2002). He is best noted for his performance in the 2007 film '' Duniya'' which won him his second Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor. His other notable roles came in ''

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'' (2006), '' Raam'' (2009), '' Olave Mandara'' (2011) and '' Jayammana Maga'' (2013). In 2014, his wife Mangala and he started Sanchari Theatre, a theatre training institute for children.

Early life and career

Raghu was born as Kotturu Chikkarangappa Raghunath on 17 April 1965, as the ninth child to Chikkarangaiah and Veeramma, in a village Kotturu, in Pavagada

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of the

Tumkur district Tumakuru District is an administrative district in the state of Karnataka in India. It is the third largest district in Karnataka by land area with an area of 10,598 km2, and fourth largest by Population. It is a one-and-a-half-hour drive from ...

of the erstwhile

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(now

Karnataka Karnataka (; ISO: , , also known as Karunāḍu) is a state in the southwestern region of India. It was formed on 1 November 1956, with the passage of the States Reorganisation Act. Originally known as Mysore State , it was renamed ''Karnat ...

). Raghu began his acting career as a theatre artist when he joined the Rangayana theatre group in

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in 1988, where he received 800 as the monthly salary. He made his film debut in the 1995

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film ''Suggi'' directed by

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that eventually got shelved. He then appeared in the 2002 film ''

'' followed by minor roles in ''Megha Banthu Megha'' and ''Aryabhata''. His major breakthrough was

Yogaraj Bhat Yogaraj Bhat (born 8 October 1972) is an Indian Kannada film-maker, director, screenwriter, lyricist and producer. He is most known for the 2006 film ''Mungaru Male''. The film recorded the highest box-office collections in the history of Kannad ...

's debut directorial venture ''Mani''. He received critical acclaim for his performances in films like Ranga SSLC, '' Duniya'', ''Alemari'', ''Modalasala'', and '' Director's Special''. Raghu made his debut in Tulu films in 2018 with ''My Name is Annappa''.

Filmography

* ''

Bhoomi Thayiya Chochchala Maga ''Bhoomi Thayiya Chochchala Maga'' () is a 1998 Indian Kannada-language drama film directed and written by Rajendra Singh Babu. It features Shiva Rajkumar and Ramesh Aravind along with Vijayalakshmi and Shilpa in other pivotal roles. The film w ...

'' (1998)...Patil * ''

Kothigalu Saar Kothigalu Kothigalu Saar Kothigalu (Kannada:''ಕೋತಿಗಳು ಸಾರ್ ಕೋತಿಗಳು'') () is a 2001 Indian Kannada comedy film directed by Rajendra Singh Babu. The film stars Ramesh Aravind, S. Narayan, Mohan, Prema, Tara and Urvas ...

'' (2001) * ''

'' (2002) * ''Sri Ram'' (2003)...Chakratheertha * ''

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'' (2003) * ''Hrudayavantha'' (2003) * ''

Ranga SSLC ''Ranga SSLC'' is a 2004 Indian Kannada-language action comedy drama film directed by Yogaraj Bhat and produced by N. Kumar. Music was composed by Sandeep Chowta. It stars Sudeep and Ramya in lead roles. The film was later dubbed into Hindi a ...

'' (2004)...Kunta Naga * '' Dharma'' (2004) * ''

Sahukara ''Sahukara'' is a 2004 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Om Prakash Rao and produced by K. Manju. It stars V. Ravichandran, Rambha, Shashikumar and Anu Prabhakar. Veteran actor Vishnuvardhan made a special appearance. It was a remake o ...

'' (2004)...Benkiyappa * '' Bhagawan'' (2004)...Sharath Simha * ''

Sarvabhouma ''Sarvabhouma'' ( kn, ಸಾರ್ವಭೌಮ) is a 2004 Indian Kannada language drama film starring Shiva Rajkumar, Mayuri, Shilpa Anand, Sharath Lohitashwa, Rangayana Raghu and Vikram Ravichandran. It is directed by Mahesh Sukhadhare and mu ...

'' (2004)...Jayaraj * '' Omkara'' (2004)...Divya's father * ''

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'' (2005)...Cheluvaraju * ''

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'' (2005)...Ballanna * '' Gunna'' (2005)...Sharma * '' Swamy'' (2005) * ''Boyfriend'' (2005) * ''Jootaata!'' (2005) * ''

'' (2006)...Ranganath * ''

Thangigagi ''Thangigagi'' ( en, For younger sister) is a 2006 Indian Kannada-language action drama film directed by P. N. Satya and produced by Anitha Kashyap. The main cast includes Darshan, Poonam Bajwa and Shwetha Chengappa besides Avinash and Rangay ...

'' (2006)...Shadeshwara * ''Poojari'' (2006) * ''Tenali Ram'' (2006) * ''Shishya'' (2006) * ''Honeymoon Express'' (2006)...Ranganath * '' Suntaragaali'' (2006)...D. Rajahuli * '' Tirupathi'' (2006) * '' 7 O' Clock'' (2006) * ''

Odahuttidavalu ''Odahuttidavalu'' is a 2006 Indian Kannada-language drama film directed by Sai Prakash and produced by K. Manju. The film stars V. Ravichandran, Rakshita and Radhika in the leading roles. The film was a remake of Tamil film ''Porkkaalam'' (1997 ...

'' (2006) * ''

Maathaad Maathaadu Mallige ''Maathaad Maathaadu Mallige'' (), is a 2007 Kannada-language film directed by Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar starring Vishnuvardhan. The film depicts the challenges faced by the people living in rural areas of India.http://www.rediff.com/movies/ ...

'' (2007) * ''

Gunavantha ''Gunavantha'' is a 2007 Kannada romance film directed by Raghuvardhan and starring Prem Kumar and Rekha Vedavyas in the lead roles with Sharan and Rangayana Raghu in other pivotal roles. The film had musical score and lyrics written by Hamsale ...

'' (2007) * '' Parodi'' (2007) * ''Snehana Preetina'' (2007) * ''Sixer'' (2007) * ''Rajeeva Alla Godse'' (2007) * ''

Geleya ''Geleya'' is a 2007 Indian Kannada-language crime film directed by Harsha, a popular choreographer making his debut in direction. The script is written by Preetham Gubbi and the cinematography is by Krishna; all of whom had worked previously ...

'' (2007) * '' Duniya'' (2007) * ''Hani Hani'' (2008) * ''Beladingalaagi Baa'' (2008) * ''

Gaalipata ''Gaalipata'' () is a 2008 Indian romantic comedy drama film written and directed by Yogaraj Bhat. It features an ensemble cast consisting of Ganesh, Anant Nag, Rajesh Krishnan, Diganth, Daisy Bopanna, Neethu and Bhavana Rao. The plot revolv ...

'' (2008) * '' Payana'' (2008) * ''

Inthi Ninna Preethiya ''Inthi Ninna Preethiya'' () is a 2008 Indian Kannada-language drama film written, directed and produced by Duniya Soori. The film's plot revolves around a family which struggles due to the bad effects of alcohol addiction. The film features Sr ...

'' (2008) * ''

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'' (2008) * ''

Vasanthakala ''Vasanthakala'' is a 2008 Indian Kannada-language romantic action film written and directed by Vaddanahalli Srinivas making his debut. The film is produced by M Krishna under the banner Parvathi Parameshwara Combines. It features Naga Kiran ...

'' (2008) * '' Avva'' (2008) * ''Dheemaku'' (2008) * ''

Mast Maja Maadi ''Mast Maja Maadi'' is a 2008 Kannada comedy-romance film directed by R. Ananth Raju featuring Sudeep, Vijay Raghavendra, Diganth, Naga Kiran, Komal and Jennifer Kotwal in the lead roles. The film features background score and soundtrack compos ...

'' (2008) * ''Kodagana Koli Nungitha'' (2008) * ''Yuga Yugagale Saagali'' (2008) * ''Minchina Ota'' (2008) * ''

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'' (2008) * ''Athmeeya'' (2008) * ''Bidda'' (2008) * '' Rajakumari'' (2009) * ''Prem Kahani'' (2009) * ''

Maleyali Jotheyali ''Maleyali Jotheyali'' is a 2009 Indian Kannada-language film that stars Ganesh, Anjana Sukhani and Yuvika Chaudhary.It is directed by Preetham Gubbi, who also co-wrote the script. Shilpa Ganesh, wife of Ganesh, produced the film under their pr ...

'' (2009) * '' Raam'' (2009) * '' Olave Jeevana Lekkachaara'' (2009)...Ratna * ''Junglee'' (2009) * ''Mr Painter'' (2009) * ''Nanda'' (2009) * ''

Kallara Santhe ''Kalara Santhe'' is a 2009 Indian Kannada-language action drama film directed by Sumana Kittur. The film features Yash, Hariprriya in the lead roles. The film revolves around a young man who is let down by the system decides to commit suic ...

'' (2009) * '' Rajani'' (2009) * ''Kannadada Kiran Bedi'' (2009) * ''Gubbachchigalu'' (2009) * ''Muniya'' (2009) * ''Jokali'' (2010) * '' Appu and Pappu'' (2010) * ''

Ullasa Utsaha ''Ullasa Utsaha'' is a 2010 Indian Kannada-language romance film directed by Devraj Palan, starring Ganesh and Yami Gautam (in her only Kannada film to date). It also marked the latter's acting debut. Ganesh's wife turrned producer with this fil ...

'' (2010) * ''

Mylari ''Mylari'' ( kn, ಮೈಲಾರಿ) is a 2010 Kannada film that has Shiva Rajkumar and Sadha in the lead and is directed by R. Chandru of ''Taj Mahal'' (movie) fame. Cast * Shiva Rajkumar as Mylari * Sadha as Anitha * Sanjjanaa Galrani ...

'' (2010) * ''

Shankar IPS ''Shankar IPS'' is a 2010 Indian Kannada language action - crime film written and directed by M. S. Ramesh and produced by K. Manju. The film stars Duniya Vijay along with Catherine Tresa, a model making her debut, and Ragini Dwivedi in the lea ...

'' (2010) * ''Gubbi'' (2010) * ''

Hendtheer Darbar ''Hendtheer Darbar'' is a 2010 Indian Kannada language comedy-drama film written and directed by V. Sekhar and produced by G. Ramachandran. The film stars Ramesh Aravind and Meena along with Rangayana Raghu and Sadhu Kokila in pivotal roles. T ...

'' (2010) * ''Sanchari'' (2010) * ''Huli'' (2010) * ''Rame Gowda Vs Krishna Reddy'' (2010) * ''

Kari Chirathe ''Kari Chirathe'' ( kn, ಕರಿ ಚರಿತೆ) is a 2010 Indian Kannada-language film directed by K Madesh, starring Duniya Vijay, Sharmila Mandre, Yagna Shetty and Rangayana Raghu in lead roles. Cast * Duniya Vijay as Madha * Sharmila ...

'' (2010) * ''Gang Leader'' (2010) * ''Antharathma'' (2010) * ''Dildar'' (2010) * '' Hoo'' (2010) * ''Tsunami'' (2010) * '' Modalasala'' (2010) * '' Jackie'' (2010)..."Meese" Bheemanna * ''

Kiccha Huccha ''Kiccha Huccha'' is a 2010 Indian Kannada-language romantic action drama film starring Sudeep, Ramya and Srinath. It is directed by Chi. Guru Dutt and produced by K Manju. The film was released on 15 October 2010. This movie was later relea ...

'' (2010) * ''

Eradane Maduve ''Eradane Maduve'' () is a 2010 Indian Kannada-language comedy film directed by Dinesh Baboo starring Ananth Nag, Suhasini Maniratnam, Tara and Jennifer Kotwal. The film was remade in Telugu in 2011 as '' Bhale Mogudu Bhale Pellam'' starring R ...

'' (2010) * '' Gandedhe'' (2010) * ''

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) * ''

Huduga Hudugi ''Huduga Hudugi'' is a 2010 Kannada-language comedy film written and directed by Indrajit Lankesh. The film features Dhyan and Lekha Washington in the lead roles, whilst other noted actresses play roles in the film. The film was launched in 2008 ...

'' (2010) * ''Swayamvara'' (2010) * ''

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'' (2010) * '' Olave Mandara'' (2011) * ''Happy Husband'' (2011) * ''Rama Rama Raghu Rama'' (2011) * ''Kanchana'' (2011) * ''Idonthara Love Story'' (2011) * ''Kaalgejje'' (2011) * ''Rajani'' (2011) * ''Ee Sanje'' (2011) * '' Kool...Sakkath Hot Maga'' (2011) * ''Veerabahu'' (2011) * ''Veera'' (2011) * ''Sarathi'' (2011) * ''Kannadi'' (2011) * ''Lakshmi'' (2011) * ''Alemari'' (2011) * ''Devadas'' (2011) * ''Tyagu'' (2011) * ''

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'' (2011) * ''Auto Manja'' (2011) * ''Jony Mera Naam Preethi Mera Cam'' (2011) * ''Swamiji'' (2011) * ''

Sanju Weds Geetha ''Sanju Weds Geetha'' is a 2011 Indian Kannada-language romance film directed and written by Nagashekar and produced by Pramod Narayan, starring Srinagar Kitty and Ramya in the lead roles. Jassie Gift composed the soundtrack, while Sadhu Kokila ...

'' (2011)...Saasa * ''O Manase'' (2011) * ''Gun'' (2011) * ''

Hudugaru ''Hudugaru'' ( Boys) is a 2011 Kannada-language drama film directed by K. Madesh, starring Puneeth Rajkumar, Srinagar Kitty, Yogesh and Radhika Pandit in the lead roles. The film, which is a remake of the successful 2010 Tamil film ''Naadodigal' ...

'' (2011) * ''Manase Mandaram'' (2011) * ''Thathaasthu'' (2011) * ''Belgaum'' (2011) * ''Tirugubothu'' (2011) * ''Prince'' (2011) * ''

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'' (2011) * ''

Shyloo ''Shyloo'' ( kan, ಶೈಲೂ) is a 2011 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film written and directed by S. Narayan. It is a remake of the 2010 Tamil film ''Mynaa'' which itself was reported to have been inspired by the 2006 Hong Kong movie ...

'' (2011) * ''

Ko Ko ''Ko Ko...Koli Kothi'' is a 2012 Kannada romantic film genre starring Srinagar Kitty and Priyamani in the lead roles. The film is directed by R. Chandru. Ramana Gogula is the music director of the film. Bhaskar and Adhi have jointly produced ...

'' (2012) * ''Tsunami'' (2012) * '' Chingari'' (2012) * ''

Alemari ''Alemari'' ( kn, ಅಲೆಮಾರಿ) is a 2012 Indian Kannada romantic action drama film starring Yogesh and Radhika Pandit in the lead roles. The story, screenplay, lyrics and direction is by Hari Santhosh. The music of the film was compose ...

'' (2012) * '' Anna Bond'' (2012) * ''

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'' (2012)...Mangalore Annappa * ''

Kalaya Tasmai Namaha ''Kalaya Tasmai Namaha'' is a 2012 Kannada Crime drama movie directed and written by Chandrashekar Shrivastav. The film stars Yogesh and debutante Madhubala in the lead roles. Snake Shyam makes a special appearance in a song sequence. The music ...

'' (2012) * '' Mr. 420'' (2012) * ''

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'' (2012) * ''

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'' (2013) * ''

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'' (2013) * ''CID Eesha'' (2013)...Narasimha * ''

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'' (2013) * '' Director's Special'' (2013) * ''

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'' (2013)...Jinke * ''Mahanadi'' (2013) * ''Mangana Kaili Manikya'' (2013) * '' Case No. 18/9'' (2013) * '' Jayammana Maga'' (2013)...Bhagavanta * ''

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'' (2013) * ''

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'' (2014) * ''

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'' (2015) * ''Daksha'' (2015) * ''

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'' (2015) * '' Ganga'' (2015) * ''

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Parapancha ''Parapancha'' is a 2016 Indian Kannada-language psychological comedy film directed & written by Krish Joshi and produced by Yogaraj Movies in association with Vedam Studios. The film stars Diganth and Ragini Dwivedi in the lead roles besides A ...

'' (2016) * ''

U The End A ''U The End A'' is a 2016 Kannada psychological love thriller film written and directed by Nagendra Karanik, produced under the banner Shri Thrayambike Devi Talkies, starring Anant Nag, Nagendra Karanik and Kumuda in the lead roles. Sadhu Koki ...

'' (2016) * ''Kala Bhairava'' (2016) * ''The Great Story of Sodabuddi'' (2016) * '' Chakravyuha'' (2016)... ACP Raghu * '' Akira'' (2016)...Gun Guddappa * ''

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'' (2016) * '' Style King'' (2016)...Naga * ''

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'' (2016) * ''Brahma Vishnu Maheshwara'' (2016) * ''

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'' (2016) * ''

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'' (2016)...Nanjunda * '' Dana Kayonu'' (2016) * ''

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'' (2016)...Inspector Ramdas * ''

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'' (2016) * ''

Madha Mathu Manasi ''Madha Mathu Manasi'' is a 2016 Indian Kannada-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Sathish Pradhan. The film was co-produced and the music was composed by Mano Murthy. It starred Prajwal Devaraj and Shruti Hariharan in the lea ...

'' (2016) * '' Naanu Mattu Varalakshmi'' (2016) * '' Sundaranga Jaana'' (2016)...Anjaneya * '' Lee'' (2017) * ''Mumbai'' (2017) * ''

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'' (2017) * '' Smile Please'' (2017)...Sadananda * ''

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'' (2017)...Venky * ''

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'' (2017) * ''Garuda'' (2018) * ''

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'' (2017)...Raghu * '' Kanaka'' (2018) * '' O Premave'' (2018) * ''

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'' (2018)...Anantharamaiah * '' Johnny Johnny Yes Papa'' (2018)...Pappa * ''Saaguva Daariyalli'' (2018) * '' Hyper'' (2018) * ''Kannadakkagi Ondannu Otthi'' (2018) * '' Aa Karaala Ratri'' (2018)...Muthanna * ''

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'' (2018) * ''Loud Speaker'' (2018) * '' Ayogya'' (2018) * ''My Name is Annappa'' (2018) * ''

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'' (2018) * ''Jagath Kiladi'' (2018) * ''

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'' (2018)...Giddappa * ''Girgitle'' (2019) * ''Missing Boy'' (2019) * '' Panchatantra'' (2019)...Ranganna * '' Yaana'' (2019) * ''

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'' (2019) * '' Ayushman Bhava'' (2019)...Raghu * ''

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'' (2019)...Patela * ''

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'' (2019)...Shiva * '' Drona'' (2020)...Raghu * ''

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'' (2020)...Mahadev * ''

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'' (2021)...Peter * '' Inspector Vikram'' (2021) * ''

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'' (2021) * ''

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'' (2021) * ''Tom and Jerry'' (2021) * ''

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'' (2021) * ''

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'' (2021)...Chalapathi * ''

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'' (2022)...Rakesh Kumar Pirangi * ''

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'' (2022)...Bhairegowda * '' Family Pack'' (2022)...Manjunath/Manjanna * '' Wheelchair Romeo'' (2022) as Jack mama

Awards and nominations

; Karnataka State Film Awards * 2003–04: Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor: ''

'' * 2006–07: Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor: '' Duniya'' ;

Filmfare Awards South Filmfare Awards South is the South Indian segment of the annual Filmfare Awards, presented by the Filmfare magazine of The Times Group to honour both artistic and technical excellence of professionals in the Indian film industry encompassing ...

* 2006:

Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada The Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award is and award presented annually by the '' Filmfare'' magazine as part of its annual Filmfare Awards South for Kannada films. It is given in honor of an actor who has delivered an outstanding performance ...

: ''

'' * 2009: nominated, Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada: '' Raam'' * 2010: nominated, Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada: '' Modalasala'' * 2011: nominated, Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada: '' Olave Mandara'' * 2013: nominated, Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada: '' Jayammana Maga'' ;

South Indian International Movie Awards South Indian International Movie Awards, also known as the SIIMA Awards, rewards the artistic and technical achievements of the South Indian film industry. It was launched in 2012 by Vishnu Vardhan Induri and Brinda Prasad Adusimilli to appre ...

* 2011: Best Actor in a Negative Role (Kannada): ''

'' * 2012: Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Kannada): ''

'' * 2021: Best Actor in a Negative Role (Kannada): '' Drona'' * 2021: Best Comedian (Kannada): ''

'' * 2012: nominated, Best Comedian (Kannada): ''

'' * 2013: nominated, Best Comedian (Kannada): '' Jayammana Maga'' * 2015: nominated, Best Comedian (Kannada): '' Power***'' * 2016: nominated, Best Comedian (Kannada): ''

'' ;

Udaya Film Awards The Udaya Film Awards is the most prominent award ceremony for Kannada films presented annually by Udaya TV, a Kannada-language division of the Sun Network, from the south-Indian state of Karnataka. The awards ceremony has been instituted to ...

* 2010: Best Supporting Actor * 2012: Best Comedian: '' Mr. 420'' ; Suvarna Film Awards * 2007: Best Supporting Actor: '' Duniya'' * 2009: Best Supporting Actor: '' Modalasala'' ;

IIFA Utsavam The annual IIFA Utsavam rewards the artistic and technical achievements of the South Indian film industry. The ceremony is organised by Wizcraft International, the team behind the IIFA Awards, and represents Tamil cinema, Telugu cinema, Malay ...

* 2015: nominated, Best Performance In A Supporting Role – Male (Kannada): '' Krishna Leela'' * 2015: nominated, Best Performance In A Comic Role (Kannada): ''

'' ; Innovative Film Awards * 2010: Best Supporting Actor

References

External links

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