Karaganahalli Subbaraya Ashwathanarayana (25 March 1925 – 18 January 2010) was an Indian veteran actor who appeared in

Kannada films 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'' dire ...

He appeared in over 370 films during his five-decade-long career. His only memorial in the whole of Karnataka, India is in the Kengeri satellite town, Bengaluru. Memorial name - "K. S. Ashwath Memorial Children's Park".

Early life

Ashwath was born on 25 March 1925 in Mysore city in the

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as Karaganahalli Subbaraya Ashwathanarayana. He completed his primary education from Dalvoy School,

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. He then attained the

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degree from Maharaja's College, Mysore with seventh rank in the university. His formal education came to an end in 1942 as he joined the

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. Two years later, he got a job as a Food Inspector. He later became a stenographer in the Deputy Commissioner's office and spent ten years in Government service.

Career

Ashwath's acting began when he started participating in radio plays produced by Mysore All India Radio. His theatre career thus took off and played major roles in plays of A. N. Murthy Rao, Parvathavani and others. Film director

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, who saw him in one of these plays, selected him for a role in ''Streerathna'' in 1956, which was Ashwath's debut as a film actor. He was associated with a theatre group ''shripita'' . In 1960, he played the role of a

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in ''

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'' with B. Saroja Devi in the lead role. In the same year, he played

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in the hit ''Bhakta Prahlada''. His role in ''Gali Gopura'' gave him an edge and helped shape his career as an artiste of immense calibre. Ashwath then got a role in the English film ''Seven Wonders of the World'' and even became the first Kannada actor to appear in a

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. Several of his films became big hits. His character role in ''

Naagarahaavu ''Naagarahaavu'' () is a 1972 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Puttanna Kanagal, based on T. R. Subba Rao's three novels ''Nagarahavu'', ''Ondu Gandu Eradu Hennu'' and ''Sarpa Mathsara'', and starring Vishnuvardhan, Aarathi , K. S. A ...

'' as Chamayya meshtru (i.e., Chamayya Teacher) is still remembered and emulated. Another performance in the film ''Gange Gauri'' as Narada (the mythological son of Lord Vishnu) is remarkable in the style, rendering in his inimitable style. He accepted the roles of a father to many co-artistes of around his age as long as the character he was playing was strong. In all, he appeared in 370 films, of which 98 came in supportive roles in films with Rajkumar as the lead actor.

Awards

* 1993-94 - Dr. Rajkumar Lifetime Achievement Award by the

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. * Honorary Doctorate: Ashwath was conferred an honorary doctorate from the

Tumkur University Tumkur University was established in 2004 in Tumkuru, Karnataka, India. It was carved out of Bangalore University to accommodate the needs of the students from Tumkuru district. Established under the Karnataka State Universities Act, 2000, as ...

in the year 2008 for his great contribution to the

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'' direct ...

for five long decades. He was supposedly the first actor to receive a doctorate from the Tumkur University. While receiving the award, Ashwath said he would dedicate this award to all his directors who brought out the actor in him. * He is the recipient of 3 national awards.

Filmography

* Bhoopathi (2007) * Saavira Mettilu (2006) *

Sirivantha ''Sirivantha'' is a 2006 Indian Kannada-language film starring Vishnuvardhan.This film was directed by S. Narayan. It was the sixth and last film of the Vishnu-Narayan combination. Sirivantha followed the other five Vishnu-Narayan films ''Vee ...

(2006) *

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(2005) * Preethisle Beku (2003) *

Kiccha ''Kiccha'' is a 2003 Kannada political drama action film directed by P. A. Arun Prasad featuring Sudeep and Shwetha in the lead roles. It features background score and soundtrack composed by Hamsalekha and lyrics by Hamsalekha. The film rele ...

(2003) * Nata (2002) * Idu Entha Lokavayya (2002) * Mutthu (2002) *

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(2002) * Entha Lokavaiah (2001) * Shaapa (2001) *

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(2001) * Naxalite (2000) *

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(2000) *

Preethsu Thappenilla ''Preethsu Thappenilla'' is a 2000 Indian Kannada language romantic comedy film directed by V. S. Reddy and produced by GVG Raju. The film stars V. Ravichandran, Rachana Banerjee and Nagesh in the leading roles. The film was a remake of Telugu ...

(2000) *

Shabdavedhi ''Shabdavedhi'' is a 2000 Kannada-language action drama film directed by S. Narayan and produced by Sri Bhargavi Arts Combines. The film stars Rajkumar, Jayapradha, K. S. Ashwath, Sowcar Janaki, Umashree. The music was composed by Hamsalekha. ...

(2000) *

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(1999) * Prema Geethe (1997) *

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(1995) *

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(1994) * Kaveri Theeradalli (1994) * Makkala Sakshi (1994) *

Sammilana ''Sammilana'' () is a 1994 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by H. R. Bhargava and produced by S A Chinne Gowda and S A Srinivas. The film stars Shashikumar, Shruti, K. S. Ashwath and Sudheer in lead roles. The film had musical score by ...

(1994) *

Gandhada Gudi Part 2 ''Gandhada Gudi Part 2'' is a 1994 Indian Kannada-language adventure film directed by Vijay and produced by M. P. Shankar. A sequel to ''Gandhada Gudi'' (1973), the film stars Shiva Rajkumar, Tiger Prabhakar, Rajeshwari and Charan Raj. Actor ...

(1994) *

Odahuttidavaru ''Odahuttidavaru'' () is a 1994 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by Dorai–Bhagavan and was jointly written by S. K. Bhagavan, S. K Bhagavan and Chi. Udayashankar, Chi. Udaya Shankar. The film stars veteran actors Dr. Rajkum ...

(1994) * Musuku (1994) * Roopayi Raja (1993) * Navibbaru Namagibbaru (1993) * Hoovondu Beku Ballige (1993) * Bhagavan Sri Saibaba (1993) *

Ananda Jyothi ''Ananda Jyothi'' is a 1993 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by Chi. Datta Raj and based on the novel ''Maangalya Maale'' by Kakolu Saroja Rao. The film starred Shiva Rajkumar and Sudharani. The film had a musical score by V ...

(1993) *

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(1993) *

Gejje Naada DARR1993 ''Gejje Naada'' is a 1993 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by Vijay - Nanjundappa. The film cast includes Ramkumar, Shwetha and K. S. Ashwath. The film was produced under Gajamukha Creations banner and the origina ...

(1993) *

Kalyana Rekhe ''Kalyana Rekhe'' is a 1993 Indian Kannada-language film directed by M. S. Rajashekar and produced by M. Sadanand under the banner Yamini Pictures. The film stars Malashri and Shashikumar. The supporting cast features Shubha, K. S. Ashwath, T ...

(1993) * Shrungara Raja (1993) * Munjaneya Manju (1993) * Jeevana Sangharsha (1993) * Urvashi Kalyana (1993) *

Mane Devru ''Mane Devru'' is a 1993 Indian Kannada language romantic drama film directed and enacted by V. Ravichandran along with Sudharani pairing together for the first time. The supporting cast features K. S. Ashwath, Tennis Krishna, Disco Shanti amon ...

(1993) * Chira Bhandhavya (1993) *

Vasantha Poornima ''Vasantha Poornima'' is a 1993 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by H. R. Bhargava and produced by S. A. Srinivas. The film stars Ambareesh, Priyanka, Balaraj and Anand. The film has musical score by Shankar–Ganesh. Cast *Ambareesh *P ...

(1993) * Anuragada Alegalu (1993) * Mangalya Bandhana (1993) * Jaga Mecchida Huduga (1993) *

Mannina Doni Mannina Doni( kn, ಮಣ್ಣಿನ ದೋಣಿ, ) is a 1992 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by M. S. Rajashekar and written by T. K. Rama Rao. The film stars Ambareesh, Sudharani and Vanitha Vasu. The film, produced by S ...

(1992) * Mana Mecchida Sose (1992) * Halli Krishna Delhi Radha (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) *

Megha Mandara ''Megha Mandara'' is a 1992 Indian Kannada-language romance film directed by K. V. Jayaram and produced by Meenakshi Jayaram. The film is based on the novel of the same name written by H. Girijamma. The film stars Ambarish, Malashri and Anjana ...

(1992) *

Jeevana Chaitra ''Jeevana Chaitra'' () is a 1992 Indian Kannada language film directed by the duo Dorai–Bhagavan starring Rajkumar and Madhavi. It marked the re-entry of Rajkumar in films after a hiatus of 3 years, and was an instant hit. The film is based o ...

(1992) * Kanasina Rani (1992) * Sapthapadi (1992) *

Rajadhiraja ''RajadhiRaja'' () is a 2014 Malayalam-language action thriller film, directed by Ajai Vasudev and written by the duo of Udayakrishna-Siby K. Thomas. The film stars Mammootty and Raai Laxmi, alongside an ensemble supporting cast including S ...

(1992) * Kranthi Gandhi (1992) * Mathru Bhagya (1991) * Jagadeka Veera (1991) *

Modada Mareyalli ''Modada Mareyalli'' () is a 1991 Indian Kannada-language drama film starring Shiva Rajkumar and Yamuna, and directed by M. S. Rajashekar. It is a remake of the 1989 Malayalam film '' Kireedam''. ''Modada Mareyalli'' was reported to be a commer ...

(1991) *

Garuda Dhwaja ''Garuda Dhwaja'' is a 1991 Kannada film, directed by N. S. Raj Bharath, starring Ambareesh, Ramesh Aravind and Avinash. The movie is a remake of the 1984 Hindi movie '' Meri Adalat'', directed by Kannada director A. T. Raghu which itself was l ...

(1991) * Aralida Hoovugalu (1991) *

Hrudaya Haadithu ''Hrudaya Haadithu'' is a 1991 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by M. S. Rajashekar and produced by S. A. Srinivas & B. P. Somu. The story is influenced by the novel ''Himada Hoovu'' written by Vamshi. The film stars Ambare ...

(1991) *

Nigooda Rahasya ''Nigooda Rahasya'' (Kannada: ನಿಗೂಢ ರಹಸ್ಯ) is a 1990 Indian Kannada suspense thriller film, directed by Perala and produced by Jagadish Malnad and Kashinath Chindupurge. The film stars Shankar Nag, Geetha, Vanitha Vasu and ...

(1990) * Halliya Surasuraru (1990) * Muthina Haara (1990) * Udbhava (1990) *

Mruthyunjaya ''Mruthyunjaya'' () is a 1990 Indian Kannada-language action thriller film, directed by Chi. Dattaraj while the story, screenplay, dialogues and lyrics were written by Chi. Udaya Shankar.The film stars Shiva Rajkumar, Malashri and Shashikumar. ...

(1990) *

Aasegobba Meesegobba ''Aasegobba Meesegobba'' () is a 1990 Indian Kannada-language comedy film, directed by M. S. Rajashekar. The film stars Shiva Rajkumar, Lokesh and Sudha Rani, whilst Raghavendra Rajkumar appears in a cameo. Ambareesh and K. S. Ashwath are in ...

(1990) * Yaaru Hone (1989) *

Gajapathi Garvabhanga ''Gajapathi Garvabhanga'' is a 1989 Indian comedy film in the Kannada language. It was directed by M. S. Rajashekar and produced by the actor Rajkumar's production company Poornima Enterprises. The movie stars his second son Raghavendra Rajku ...

(1989) * Abhimana (1989) *

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(1989) * Singari Bangari (1989) * Anthintha Gandu Nanalla (1989) * Sharavegada Saradara (1989) * Inspector Vikram (1989) *

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(1989) *

Hongkongnalli Agent Amar ''Hongkongnalli Agent Amar'' () is a 1989 Indian Kannada film, directed by Joe Simon and produced by Santhosh Shindhe, G. Madangopal, S. Chakrapani and Peter J. Kamilose. The film stars Ambareesh and Ambika. The film has musical score by Pete ...

(1989) * Daada (1988) * Mutthaide (1988) * Mahadasohi Sharana Basava (1988) * Devatha Manushya (1988) * Jana Nayaka (1988) *

Samyuktha ''Samyuktha'' is a 1988 Indian Kannada-language thriller film directed by K. N. Chandrashekar Sharma. The story is based on a novel of same name by Kakolu Saroja Rao. The film stars Shiva Rajkumar, Balaraj, Chi Guru Dutt and debutant actress Ve ...

(1988) * Bharath (1988) * Nava Bharatha (1988) *

Shanthi Nivasa ''Shanthi Nivasa'' is a 1988 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by H. R. Bhargava and produced by R. F. Manik Chand and A. S. Mohan. The film stars Anant Nag, Bharathi, Vijayakashi and Ramesh Bhat. The film has musical score by M. Ranga R ...

(1988) *

Brahma Vishnu Maheshwara ''Brahma Vishnu Maheshwara'' is a 1988 Indian Kannada-language action drama film, written and directed by Rajachandra and produced by Rohini Pictures. The film had an ensemble cast including Ambarish, Ananth Nag, V. Ravichandran, Thulasi, Kira ...

(1988) * Sathyam Shivam Sundaram (1987) * Shruthi Seridaaga (1987) *

Shubha Milana ''Shubha Milana'' (Kannada: ಶುಭಮಿಲನ) is a 1987 Indian Kannada film, directed by H. R. Bhargava and produced by N. Mamatha and N. Indukala. The film stars Vishnuvardhan and Ambika in lead roles. This movie ran for more than 100 ...

(1987) * Agni Kanye (1987) * Karunamayi (1987) * Bazar Bheema (1987) *

Aruna Raaga ''Aruna Raaga'' ( kn, ಅರುಣರಾಗ) is a 1986 Indian Kannada-language action drama film, starring Anant Nag and Geetha. It was directed by K. V. Jayaram and is based on the novel of the same name, written by Rekha Kakhandaki. It was p ...

(1986) *

Sundara Swapnagalu ''Sundara Swapnagalu'' ( kn, ಸುಂದರ ಸ್ವಪ್ನಗಳು) is a 1986 Kannada melodrama film directed by K. Balachander and written by Maniyan. The film featured Sridhar in the main role, along with Ramesh Aravind, making his on-s ...

(1986) * Devathe (1986) *

Anuraga Aralithu ''Anuraga Aralithu'' () is a 1986 Indian Kannada-language film directed by M. S. Rajashekar. It is based on the Kannada novel ''Anuragada Anthahpura'' written by H. G. Radhadevi. The film was produced by M. S. Puttaswamy. The film stars Rajkum ...

(1986) * Hennina Koogu (1986) * Beegara Pandya (1986) *

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(1986) * Bhagyada Lakshmi Baramma (1986) * Dhruva Thare (1985) * Jwalamukhi (1985) * Giri Baale (1985) * Lakshmi Kataksha (1985) *

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(1985) * Guru Jagadguru (1985) *

Bidugadeya Bedi ''Bidugadeya Bedi'' () is a 1985 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by Dorai–Bhagavan, based on the novel of the same name by Ta Ra Su. The film stars Anant Nag and Lakshmi. The film's score and songs were composed by Rajan–Nagendra. ...

(1985) * Aaradhane (1984) * Bilee Gulabi (1984) *

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(1984) * Ajnathavasa (1984) * Runa Mukthalu (1984) *

Ramapurada Ravana ''Ramapurada Ravana'' is a 1984 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by Rajachandra and produced by C. Jayaram and G. Radhakrishna. The film stars Anant Nag, Aarathi, Geetha and Thoogudeepa Srinivas. The film has musical score by Rajan– ...

(1984) * Premave Baalina Belaku (1984) *

Shravana Banthu ''Shravana Banthu'' is a 1984 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film, written and directed by Singeetham Srinivasa Rao. The film stars Rajkumar, Urvashi and Srinath. The film, produced by P. A. Kameshwara Rao, deals with reincarnation as ...

(1984) * Eradu Rekhegalu (1984) *

Samarpane ''Samarpane'' is a 1983 Indian Kannada-language film based on the novel of the same name by Usha Navratnaram, directed by H. R. Bhargava and produced by P. Krishnaraj. The film stars Aarathi in the main role of the female protagonist Sarla oppo ...

(1983) * Makkale Devaru (1983) * Gayathri Maduve (1983) * Mududida Tavare Aralithu (1983) * Ibbani Karagithu (1983) *

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(1983) *

Benkiya Bale ''Benkiya Bale'' () is a 1983 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by the Dorai–Bhagavan duo. It is based on the novel of the same name by T. R. Subba Rao. The film stars Anant Nag, Lakshmi, K. S. Ashwath and Thoogudeepa Srinivas. Cast ...

(1983) * Hasyarathna Ramakrishna (1982) *

Chalisuva Modagalu ''Chalisuva Modagalu'' () is a 1982 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Singeetham Srinivasa Rao. The film stars Rajkumar, Saritha, Ambika and K. S. Ashwath and Puneeth Rajkumar as a child artiste. The movie is well known for its evergree ...

(1982) *

Nanna Devaru ''Nanna Devaru'' is a 1982 Kannada-language film, directed by B. Mallesh and produced by K. S. Ashok. The story was written by R. Selvaraj. The film stars Ananth Nag, Sujatha (in her Kannada debut), Tiger Prabhakar and K. S. Ashwath. Actress J ...

(1982) * Jimmy Gallu (1982) * Parajitha (1982) * Guna Nodi Hennu Kodu (1982) *

Hosa Belaku ''Hosa Belaku'' () is a 1982 Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by Dorai–Bhagavan duo. It is based on the novel of the same name by Vani. The film starred Rajkumar, Saritha, Mamatha Rao and K. S. Ashwath. The movie saw a theatri ...

(1982) *

Baadada Hoo ''Baadada Hoo'' is a 1982 Kannada-language film directed by K. V. Jayaram and produced by K. S. Narayan. The story is based on the novel of the same name written by Saisuthe. The film stars Anant Nag, Padmapriya and K. S. Ashwath. The film's s ...

(1982) * Lakshmi Prasanna (1981) * Edeyooru Siddalingeshwara (1981) * Bhagyada Belaku (1981) * Prema Pallavi (1981) * Bhagyavantha (1981) * Snehitara Savaal (1981) *

Bhoomige Banda Bhagavantha ''Bhoomige Banda Bhagavantha'' is a 1981 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by K. S. L. Swamy (Ravee) and produced by S. P. Varadaraj and J. Chandulal Jain. The film stars Lokesh, Lakshmi, Jai Jagadish and Vajramuni. The film has musical sc ...

(1981) *

Nee Nanna Gellalare ''Nee Nanna Gellalare'' is a 1981 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Vijay and produced by S.A. Srinivas. The film stars Rajkumar and Manjula . Though the movie managed to recover its budget, the movie's performance is considered to be ...

(1981) * Geetha (1981) *

Gaali Maathu ''Gaali Maathu'' ( kn, ಗಾಳಿಮಾತು) is a 1981 Indian Kannada-language drama film, directed and produced by the Dorai–Bhagavan duo. It is based on the novel of the same name by Ta. Ra. Su. The film stars Jai Jagadish, Lakshmi, H ...

(1981) * Etu Eduretu (1981) * Chaya (1981) * Leader Vishwanath (1981) * Driver Hanumanthu (1980) * Nyaya Neethi Dharma (1980) * Janma Janmada Anubandha (1980) *

Vasantha Geetha ''Vasantha Geetha'' is a 1980 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film, directed by the Dorai–Bhagavan duo. The film stars Rajkumar, Gayathri and Master Lohith. The story, lyrics and screenplay were written by Chi. Udaya Shankar. The m ...

(1980) * Nammammana Sose (1980) *

Narada Vijaya ''Narada Vijaya'' is a 1980 Indian Kannada-language comedy film directed and co-produced by Siddalingaiah. The story is written by M. D. Sundar. The film starred Ananth Nag, Padmapriya, Hema Choudhary and M. P. Shankar. Plot Ananth Nag plays ...

(1980) * Ondu Hennu Aaru Kannu (1980) * Kappu Kola (1980) *

Haddina Kannu ''Haddina Kannu'' is a 1980 Indian Kannada-language film directed by A. V. Seshagiri Rao and produced by P. Krishna Raj. The film stars Shankar Nag, Srinath, Lokesh and Manjula. The film was scripted and presented by L. S. Iyer. Cast * Shank ...

(1980) * Auto Raja (1980) * Dhairya Lakshmi (1980) * Nanna Rosha Nooru Varusha (1980) * Bhaktha Siriyala (1980) * Honni Maduve (1979) * Nentaro Gantu Kallaro (1979) *

Chandanada Gombe ''Chandanada Gombe'' () is a 1979 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Dorai–Bhagavan, and is based on the novel of the same name written by T. R. Subba Rao. The film stars Anant Nag, Lakshmi and Lokesh. It was a musical blockbuster with ...

(1979) *

Vijay Vikram ''Vijay Vikram'' (Kannada: ವಿಜಯ್ ವಿಕ್ರಮ್) is a 1979 Indian Kannada film, directed by V. Somashekhar and produced by A. R. Raju. The film stars Vishnuvardhan, Jayanthi, Deepa and Pramila Joshai in the lead roles. The fi ...

(1979) *

Putani Agent 123 ''Putani Agent 123'' ( kn, ಪುಟಾಣಿ ಏಜೆಂಟ್ಸ್ ೧೨೩) is a 1979 Kannada children's film directed by Geethapriya. Master Rama Krishna Hegde and Master Bhanu Prakash played the lead roles in the movie along with the hit ...

(1979) * Muyyi (1979) * Pakka Kalla (1979) *

Naa Ninna Bidalaare ''Naa Ninna Bidalaare'' () is a 1979 Indian Kannada-language horror film directed by Vijay and produced by C. Jayaram. The film stars Anant Nag and Lakshmi. The film was remade in Hindi as ''Mangalsutra'', with Anant Nag reprising his role whi ...

(1979) * Priya (1979) *

Madhura Sangama ''Madhura Sangama'' is a 1978 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by T. P. Venugopal, starring Anant Nag, Radha Saluja and Ashok. The film has musical score by Rajan–Nagendra. One of the early multi-starrers of Kannada cinema. The movie ha ...

(1978) *

Sridevi Shree Amma Yanger Ayyappan (13 August 1963 – 24 February 2018), professionally credited with her stage name Sridevi, was an Indian actress who worked in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada language films. Cited as the "First Fem ...

(1978) * Amarnath (1978) *

Vasantha Lakshmi ''Vasantha Lakshmi'' is a 1978 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by A. V. Seshagiri Rao and produced by K. Vittala Kumar, K. V. Honnappa and K. V. Gurunath. The film stars Srinath, Aarathi, Vishnuvardhan and Manjula. The film has musical ...

(1978) *

Kiladi Jodi ''Kiladi Jodi'' ( kn, ಕಿಲಾಡಿ ಜೋಡಿ) is 1978 Indian Kannada language film directed by S. V. Rajendra Singh Babu starring Lakshmi in a double role opposite Vishnuvardhan and Srinath. Cast * Vishnuvardhan * Srinath * Lakshm ...

(1978) * Nanna Prayashchittha (1978) * Sirithanakke Saval (1978) *

Muyyige Muyyi ''Muyyige Muyyi'' is a 1978 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by Y. R. Swamy and produced by P. Krishna Raj. The multi-starrer is led by Srinath, Vishnuvardhan, Aarathi, Manjula, Roja Ramani and Chandrashekhar. Cast *Srinath * Vishnuva ...

(1978) * Mythri (1978) *

Maathu Tappada Maga ''Maathu Tappada Maga'' is a 1978 Indian Kannada language film, written and directed by Peketi Sivaram. It stars Anant Nag, Sharada, Aarathi and Rajinikanth . It was the 25th film of Rajinikanth. Cast * Anant Nag as Kumar *Aarathi * Sharada ...

(1978) *

Vamsha Jyothi ''Vamsha Jyothi'' is a 1978 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by A. Bhimsingh and produced by K. S. Prasad. The film stars Kalpana, Vishnuvardhan, Rajesh and Bhavani. The film has musical score by G. K. Venkatesh. Cast * Kalpana * Vis ...

(1978) * Havina Hejje (1978) *

Galate Samsara ''Galate Samsara'' () is a 1977 Indian Kannada language comedy film directed by C. V. Rajendran and produced by C. Jayaram. It stars Dr.Vishnuvardhan, Rajinikanth and Manjula in the lead roles. It also stars Dwarakish, Dr. K S Ashwath, Bal ...

(1977) *

Veera Sindhoora Lakshmana ''Veera Sindhoora Lakshmana'' (Kannada: ವೀರ ಸಿಂಧೂರ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಣ) is a 1977 Indian Kannada film, directed by Hunsur Krishnamurthy and produced by N. Basavaraj. The film stars Basavaraj, K. S. Ashwath, Sudheer and Vajr ...

(1977) *

Banashankari Banashankari, abbreviated as BSK, is a locality in South Bangalore. It gets its name from the Banashankari Amma Temple on Kanakapura Road, one of Bangalore's oldest and well known temples constructed by Subramanya Shetty in 1915. Banashan ...

(1977) *

Shani Prabhava ''Shani Prabhava'' is a 1977 black and white Kannada film directed by Ratnakar-Madhu and starring actors Vishnuvardhan and Bhavani. Plot Cast * Vishnuvardhan * Bhavani * Sampath * K. S. Ashwath * B. Saroja Devi * Udaya Kumar * Gangad ...

(1977) * Shreemanthana Magalu (1977) * Sose Thanda Sowbhagya (1977) * Sri Renukadevi Mahathme (1977) *

Badavara Bandhu ''Badavara Bandhu'' is a 1976 Indian Kannada language drama film directed by Vijay. It stars Rajkumar and Jayamala. The movie is also notable for the negative character played by K. S. Ashwath.The movie saw a theatrical run of 25 weeks and was ...

(1976) * Kanasu Nanasu (1976) * Mangalya Bhagya (1976) *

Bangarada Gudi ''Bangarada Gudi'' (Kannada: ಬಂಗಾರದ ಗುಡಿ) is a 1976 Indian Kannada film, directed by K. S. R. Das and produced by C. H. Prakash Rao. The film stars Vishnuvardhan, Manjula, Ambarish and Padmapriya in the lead roles. The fil ...

(1976) *

Bayalu Daari Bayalu Daari () is a 1976 Indian Kannada-language film directed and produced by the Dorai–Bhagavan duo. It is based on the novel of the same name by Bharathi Sutha. The film starred Anant Nag, Kalpana and K. S. Ashwath. The film was a mu ...

(1976) *

Raja Nanna Raja ''Raja Nanna Raja'' () is a 1976 Kannada-language romantic thriller film, written by Salim–Javed, and the screenplay was created by Chi. Udaya Shankar. The film was directed by A. V. Sheshagiri Rao, and produced by A. L. Abbaiah Naidu. The ...

(1976) * Mugiyada Kathe (1976) *

Besuge ''Besuge'' ( kn, ಬೆಸುಗೆ) is a 1976 Indian Kannada-language romance film directed by Geethapriya, based on a novel of the same name by Ashwini, and stars Srinath, Manjula and Chandrashekar, in lead roles. The film is seen as a lan ...

(1976) * Baduku Bangaravayithu (1976) *

Makkala Bhagya ''Makkala Bhagya'' () is a 1976 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by K. S. L. Swamy (Ravi) and produced by K. Vittal Kumar and K. V. Honnappa. The film stars Vishnuvardhan, Bharathi Vishnuvardhan, K. S. Ashwath and Dwarakish in the lead r ...

(1976) * Devaru Kotta Vara (1976) * Aasha Soudha (1975) * Hennu Samsarada Kannu (1975) * Mayura (1975) *

Bhagya Jyothi ''Bhagya Jyothi'' (Kannada: ಭಾಗ್ಯ ಜ್ಯೋತಿ) is a 1975 Indian Kannada film, directed by K. S. L. Swamy and produced by Gopal-Lakshman. The movie, based on a novel by Mangala Satyan is a mirror to society's take on the caste ...

(1975) *

Kaveri The Kaveri (also known as Cauvery, the anglicized name) is one of the major Indian rivers flowing through the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The Kaveri river rises at Talakaveri in the Brahmagiri range in the Western Ghats, Kodagu d ...

(1975) * Mane Belaku (1975) * Kasthuri Vijaya (1975) *

Shubhamangala ''Shubhamangala'' is a 1975 Indian Kannada language film directed by Puttanna Kanagal, based on a novel of the same name by Vani, starring Aarathi and Srinath. The supporting cast features Shivaram, Ambareesh, Musuri Krishnamurthy and K. S. Ashw ...

(1975) * Dari Thappida Maga (1975) *

Devara Gudi ''Devara Gudi'' is a 1975 Indian Kannada-language drama film starring Vishnuvardhan and Bharathi along with Leelavathi, Manjula and Rajesh. The film was directed and edited by R. Ramamurthy and written by A. S. Prakasham The film was a ...

(1975) * Anna Atthige (1974) * Maga Mommaga (1974) * Maha Thyaga (1974) *

Upasane ''Upasane'' ( kn, ಉಪಾಸನೆ; English: Worship) is a 1974 Kannada musical drama film, directed by Puttanna Kanagal. The film produced by Rashi brothers, is based on the novel of the same name, written by Devaki Murthy. The film mostly ha ...

(1974) * Eradu Kanasu (1974) *

Hemareddy Mallamma ''Hemareddy Mallamma'' is a 1946 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by S. Soundarya Rajan and produced by Gubbi Veeranna. The film stars B. Jayamma, Honnappa Bhagavathar, Veeranna and C. B. Mallappa. The film has musical score by V. Nagayy ...

(1974) *

Bangaarada Panjara ''Bangaarada Panjara'' () is a 1974 Indian Kannada-language comedy film directed by debutant V. Somashekhar and co-produced by actor Raja Shankar. It starred Dr. Rajkumar in the lead role along with Aarathi, K. S. Ashwath, Pandari Bai and L ...

(1974) * Chamundeshwari Mahime (1974) *

Mooruvare Vajragalu ''Mooroovare Vajragalu'' () is a 1973 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by Y. R. Swamy. The film stars Rajkumar, Srinath, Jayanthi, Aarathi and Manjula. Rajkumar played a dual role in the movie. The film was Rajkumar's last full-fledge ...

(1973) * Kaanada Kai (1973) *

Doorada Betta ''Doorada Betta'' () is a 1973 Kannada-language film directed by Siddalingaiah. The film starred Rajkumar and Bharathi Vishnuvardhan. It had Balakrishna, K. S. Ashwath and Sampath playing supporting roles. The film, along with '' Mooruvare Va ...

(1973) *

Bidugade ''Bidugade'' is a 1973 Indian Kannada language drama film directed by Y. R. Swamy and produced by T. P. Venugopal. It starred Rajkumar, Rajesh and Bharathi along with a host of supporting actors. Minugutare Kalpana made a special appearance ...

(1973) * Sahadharmini (1973) *

(1972) *

Mareyada Deepavali ''Mareyada Deepavali'' is a 1972 Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by R. Sampath and produced by M. Jagannath Rao. The film starred Rajesh, Kalpana and R. N. Sudarshan in lead roles. The film's soundtrack and score by Vijaya Bha ...

(1972) * Jaga Mecchida Maga (1972) * Bandhavya (1972) * Nanda Gokula (1972) * Naa Mecchida Huduga (1972) *

Hrudaya Sangama ''Hrudaya Sangama'' is a 1972 Indian Kannada language drama film directed by Rashi Brothers and produced by MJM Productions. It starred Rajkumar and Bharathi. The film was part black-and-white and part color, thus making it a partial color fil ...

(1972) * Bhale Rani (1972) *

Yaava Janmada Maitri ''Yaava Janmada Maitri'' ( kn, ಯಾವ ಜನ್ಮದ ಮೈತ್ರಿ) is a 1972 Kannada language romantic drama film directed by Geethapriya and starring Gangadhar and Kalpana in the lead roles. The film is a direct screen adaptation ...

(1972) * Utthara Dakshina (1972) * Vishakanye (1972) *

Sipayi Ramu ''Sipayi Ramu'' is 1972 Indian Kannada language film directed by Y. R. Swamy, based on the novel ''Barale Innu Yamune?'' by Nuggehalli Pankaja. It stars Rajkumar, Leelavathi and Aarathi. The supporting cast includes K. S. Ashwath, Shivaram, V ...

(1972) *

Janma Rahasya ''Janma Rahasya'' is a 1972 Indian Kannada-language film directed by S. P. N. Krishna. The film stars Rajkumar and Bharathi. Cast * Rajkumar as Kumar * Bharathi * K. S. Ashwath * Dinesh * Dwarakish * Vijayasree * Niranjan * Pandari Bai * ...

(1972) * Sri Krishna Rukmini Sathyabhama (1971) *

Nyayave Devaru ''Nyayave Devaru'' is a 1971 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Siddalingaiah. It stars Rajkumar and B. Saroja Devi. The supporting cast features K. S. Ashwath, Aarathi, Dwarakish, M. P. Shankar, Dinesh, B. Jaya and Vajramuni. The son ...

(1971) * Mukthi (1971) * Thande Makkalu (1971) *

Bhale Adrushtavo Adrushta ''Bhale Adrushtavo Adrushta'' (Kannada: ಭಲೇ ಅದೃಷ್ಟವೋ ಅದೃಷ್ಟ) is a 1971 Indian Kannada film, directed by K. S. L. Swamy. The film stars Kalpana, B. V. Radha, Gangadhar and Srinath in the lead roles. The film has ...

(1971) * Kalyani (1971) *

Thayi Devaru ''Thayi Devaru'' is a 1971 Indian Kannada-language drama film written by Shivam and directed by Siddalingaiah. It stars Rajkumar, M. V. Rajamma and Bharathi. The film was released under Jain Movies banner and produced by Chandulal Jain. H. R ...

(1971) * Namma Baduku (1971) *

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(1971) *

Naguva Hoovu ''Naguva Hoovu'' ( kn, ನಗುವ ಹೂವು) is a 1971 Indian Kannada language film, directed by cinematographer R. N. K. Prasad, produced by actor R. N. Sudarshan and written by actress Shylashri. Besides Sudarshan and Shylashri, the fil ...

(1971) * Paapa Punya (1971) *

Sharapanjara ''Sharapanjara'' ( en, Cage of Arrows) is a 1971 Indian Kannada language film directed by Puttanna Kanagal, based on a novel by Triveni of the same name, and starring Kalpana and Gangadhar in lead roles. This film is considered one of the be ...

(1971) *

Kasturi Nivasa ''Kasturi Nivasa'' () is a 1971 Indian Kannada-language drama film written and directed by the director duo Dorai–Bhagavan based on a story, ''Kasturi Nivasam'' written by G. Balasubramanium. It was produced by K. C. N. Gowda under the bann ...

(1971) * Onde Kula Onde Daiva (1971) * Sidila Mari (1971) *

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(1970) *

Aaru Mooru Ombhatthu ''Aaru Mooru Ombhatthu'' () is a 1970 Indian Kannada film, directed and produced by K. S. L. Swamy. The film stars Udaykumar, Srinath, Ramesh and Ravi in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Vijaya Bhaskar Vijaya Bhaskar ( kan, � ...

(1970) * CID Rajanna (1970) * Namma Mane (1970) * Mooru Mutthugalu (1970) * Mruthyu Panjaradalli Goodachari 555 (1970) * Aparajithe (1970) * Anireekshitha (1970) *

Arishina Kumkuma ''Arishina Kumkuma'' (Kannada: ಅರಿಶಿನ ಕುಂಕುಮ) is a 1970 Indian Kannada film, directed by K. S. L. Swamy (Ravee) and produced by H. V. Nagendrappa, M. V. Dodda Veeranna, K. V. Nagabhushana Shetty, K. G. Veeranna, Mallikar ...

(1970) *

Gejje Pooje Gejje Pooje is a 1969 Indian Kannada language film directed by Puttanna Kanagal and produced by Rashi Brothers. The film stars Kalpana, Gangadhar and Leelavathi in the lead roles. ''Gejje'' means anklet and ''pooje'' means worship, but in th ...

(1970) * Mukunda Chandra (1969) * Manashanthi (1969) * Ellellu Naane (1969) * Gruhalakshmi (1969) *

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(1969) *

Uyyale ''Uyyale'' () is a 1969 Kannada language romantic drama film directed by N. Lakshminarayan and starring Rajkumar and Kalpana. The film is a direct screen adaptation of the novel of the same name written by the acclaimed novelist Chaduranga (Su ...

(1969) * Bhale Raja (1969) * Kalpavruksha (1969) * Bhageerathi (1969) *

Choori Chikkanna ''Choori Chikkanna'' is a 1969 Indian Kannada Kannada (; ಕನ್ನಡ, ), originally romanised Canarese, is a Dravidian language spoken predominantly by the people of Karnataka in southwestern India, with minorities in all neighbour ...

(1969) *

Eradu Mukha ''Eradu Mukha'' () is a 1969 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by M. R. Vittal and produced by B. V. Srinivas, K. S. Prasad and A. S. Bhakthavathsalam. The film stars Jayanthi, Rajesh, K. S. Ashwath and Sampath in the lead roles. The fil ...

(1969) * Kaadina Rahasya (1969) *

Namma Makkalu ''Namma Makkalu'' (Kannada: ನಮ್ಮ ಮಕ್ಕಳು) is a 1969 Indian Kannada film, directed by R. Nagendra Rao and produced by Harini. The film stars Chandrashekar, K. S. Ashwath, Pandari Bai, KM Jayashree, and Amarnath in the lead rol ...

(1969) * Madhura Milana (1969) * Amma (1968) * Dhoomakethu (1968) * Namma Ooru (1968) * Bhagyada Bagilu (1968) * Mamathe (1968) *

Bangalore Mail ''Bangalore Mail'' is a 1968 Indian Kannada-language film directed by L. S. Narayana and produced by Y. V. Rao. The film stars Rajkumar, Narasimharaju and Jayanthi. The movie is a remake of the 1967 Malayalam movie ''Cochin Express'', which ...

(1968) * Bhagya Devathe (1968) * Sarvamangala (1968) * Gandhinagara (1968) *

Jedara Bale ''Jedara Bale'' ( kn, ಜೇಡರ ಬಲೆ ) is a 1968 Kannada language spy thriller film directed by Dorai–Bhagavan starring Rajkumar, Jayanthi, K. S. Ashwath, Narasimharaju and Udayakumar. The music of the film was composed by G. K ...

(1968) *

Immadi Pulikeshi Pulakeshin II (IAST: Pulakeśin, r. c. 610–642 CE) was the most famous ruler of the Chalukya dynasty of Vatapi (present-day Badami in Karnataka, India). During his reign, the Chalukya kingdom expanded to cover most of the Deccan region in pe ...

(1967) * Dhana Pishachi (1967) * Sri Purandara Dasaru (1967) * Manassiddare Marga (1967) * Muddu Meena (1967) *

Belli Moda ''Belli Moda'' () is a 1967 Kannada-language film directed by Puttanna Kanagal. It was based on the novel of same name by Triveni. Kanagal remade the movie in Malayalam in 1967 as ''Swapnabhoomi'' and in Telugu in 1968 as ''Palamanasulu''. Thi ...

(1967) * Kallu Sakkare (1967) * Gange Gowri (1967) * Sathi Sukanya (1967) * Anuradha (1967) * Onde Balliya Hoogalu (1967) *

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(1966) * Sri Kanyaka Parameshwari Kathe (1966) * Madhu Malathi (1966) * Subba Shastry (1966) * Deva Maanava (1966) * Premamayi (1966) * Mahashilpi (1966) * Mamatheya Bandhana (1966) * Maduve Madi Nodu (1965) * Miss Leelavathi (1965) * Sathi Savithri (1965) * Bettada Huli (1965) * Maavana Magalu (1965) * Mahasathi Anasuya (1965) * Sathya Harishchandra (1965) * Sarvajna Murthy (1965) * Chandrahasa (1965) * Beratha Jeeva (1965) *

Mane Aliya ''Mane Aliya'' is a 1964 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by S. K. A. Chari and produced by A. V. Subba Rao. The film stars Kalyan Kumar, Jayalalitha, K. S. Ashwath and Balakrishna in the lead roles. The film has musical score by T. Cha ...

(1964) * Pathiye Daiva (1964) * Chinnada Gombe (1964) * Prathigne (1964) * Muriyada Mane (1964) * Shivagange Mahathme (1964) * Thumbida Koda (1964) * Annapoorna (1964) * Navajeevana (1964) * Shivarathri Mahathme (1964) * Mangala Muhurtha (1964) * Sathi Shakthi (1963) * Sri Ramanjaneya Yuddha (1963) * Santha Thukaram (1963) * Jenu Goodu (1963) * Bangari (1963) * Ananda Bhashpa (1963) * Mana Mecchida Madadi (1963) * Veera Kesari (1963) * Kalitharu Henne (1963) * Kulavadhu (1963) * Malli Maduve (1963) * Jeevana Tharanga (1963) * Gowri (1963) *

Nanda Deepa ''Nanda Deepa'' is a 1963 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film, directed by M. R. Vittal, making his first venture in film direction. The film was produced and written by actor Vadiraj and co-produced by Jawahar for ''Sri Bharathi Chitra ...

(1963) * Thejaswini (1962) * Vidhi Vilasa (1962) * Thayi Karalu (1962) * Karuneye Kutumbada Kannu (1962) * Swarna Gowri (1962) * Bhoodaana (1962) * Gaali Gopura (1962) * Rathna Manjari (1962) * Nagarjuna (1961) * Kaiwara Mahathme (1961) * Kitturu Chennamma (1961) *

Bhakta Kanakadasa ''Bhakta Kanakadasa'' ( kn, ಭಕ್ತ ಕನಕದಾಸ) is a 1960 Indian Kannada language film, directed by Y. R. Swamy. It depicts the spiritual journey of Kanakadasa, who was a devotee of the Hindu deity Krishna, and a poet belonging to ...

(1960) * Dashavathara (1960) *

Ranadheera Kanteerava ''Ranadheera Kantheerava'' is a 1960 Kannada-language historical drama biographical film directed by the editor-turned-director N. C. Rajan and written by G. V. Iyer. It is one of the most popular films of acclaimed Kannada actor Rajkumar, who ...

(1960) * Shivalinga Sakshi (1960) * Mahishasura Mardini (1959) *

Jagajyothi Basveshwara ''Jagajyothi Basveshwara'' is a 1959 Indian Kannada-language film directed by T. V. Singh Thakur featuring actors Honnappa Bhagavatar, Rajkumar, K. S. Ashwath, B. Saroja Devi, Narasimharaju, Balakrishna in pivotal roles. The film is based o ...

(1959) * Manege Banda Mahalakshmi (1959) * Anna Thangi (1958) * Bhookailasa (1958) * Prabhulinga Leele (1957) * Chinthamani (1957) * Kokilavani (1956) * Kacha Devayani (1956) * Sthree Rathna (1955) * Shivasharane Nambiyakka (1955)

Death

Ashwath had been suffering from

Vertebrobasilar insufficiency Vertebrobasilar insufficiency (VBI) describes a temporary set of symptoms due to decreased blood flow (ischemia) in the posterior circulation of the brain. The posterior circulation supplies the medulla, pons, midbrain, cerebellum and (in 70-8 ...

. On 11 January 2010 he was admitted to the B. M. Hospital,

following his return from

Kashi Kashi or Kaashi may refer to: Places * Varanasi (historically known as "Kashi"), a holy city in India ** Kingdom of Kashi, an ancient kingdom in the same place, one of the sixteen Mahajanapadas ** Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi * Kashgar, a c ...

where he had developed

urinary tract infection A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that affects part of the urinary tract. When it affects the lower urinary tract it is known as a bladder infection (cystitis) and when it affects the upper urinary tract it is known as a kidne ...

. His health deteriorated and he subsequently died at 2:15 a.m. on 18 January following a cardiac arrest. He was cremated at the foothills of

Chamundi hills The Chamundi Hills are located 13 km east of Mysore, Karnataka, India. The name comes from the Chamundeshwari Temple at the peak. The average elevation is . Attractions The Chamundeshwari Temple is located atop the Chamundi Hills. Patro ...

in Mysore.

References

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