Sadananda Sagar (11 May 1944 – 5 January 2006), better known by his stage name Vajramuni, was an Indian 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 portrayed negative characters during most of his career and was considered one of Kannada cinema's finest actors. Over his career, he came to be known for his "thundering voice and sterling performance that earned him the epithets, ''Nata Bhairava'' and ''Nata Bhayankara''. Vajramuni began his career as a stage actor and gained popularity with his portrayal of

Ravana Ravana (; , , ) is a rakshasa king of the island of Lanka, and the chief antagonist of the Hindu epic '' Ramayana'' and its adaptations. In the ''Ramayana'', Ravana is described to be the eldest son of sage Vishrava and rakshasi Kaikesi. He ...

in Kanagal Prabhakar Shastri's play ''Prachanda Ravana''. He made his film debut in 1969 with

Puttanna Kanagal Shubraveshti Ramaswamiah Seetharama Sharma (1 December 1933 – 5 June 1985), known popularly as S. R. Puttanna Kanagal, was an Indian filmmaker known for his work in Kannada cinema. He is often considered one of Kannada cinema's most influent ...

's ''

Mallammana Pavada Mallammana Pavaada (Meaning: The miracle of Mallamma) is a 1969 Kannada film, directed by Puttanna Kanagal. The film is based on the novel ''Ardhaangi'' written by B. Puttaswamayya. The screenplay was by P. Pullaiah based on his 1955 Telugu m ...

''. His pairing with Rajkumar, with the latter as the lead, in the 1970s came to be widely appreciated, with films such as ''

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), ''

Sampathige Savaal ''Sampathige Savaal'' () is a 1974 Indian Kannada-language drama film directed by A. V. Seshagiri Rao and produced by A. N. Murthy, based on the play ''Saahukaara'' written by B. P. Dhuttharagi. The film stars Rajkumar, Vajramuni and Manjula. ...

'' (1974), ''

Premada Kanike ''Premada Kanike'' () is a 1976 Indian Kannada-language thriller film directed by V. Somashekhar and produced by Jayadevi. The film starred Rajkumar, Aarathi and Jayamala. The songs composed by Upendra Kumar were received extremely well and ...

'' (1976), ''

Bahaddur Gandu ''Bahaddur Gandu'' () is a 1976 Indian Kannada-language swashbuckler film directed by A. V. Sheshagiri Rao, starring Rajkumar, Jayanthi, Aarathi and Vajramuni. The movie saw a theatrical run of 19 weeks. The story was penned by the celebrated ...

'' (1976), ''

Giri Kanye ''Giri Kanye'' is a 1977 Indian Kannada-language drama film directed by the Dorai–Bhagavan duo. It is based on the novel ''Girikannika'' by Bharathisutha. The film stars Rajkumar, Jayamala and Vajramuni. The film was a musical blockbuster wit ...

'' (1977) and '' Shankar Guru'' (1978). Recognizing his contribution to Kannada cinema, he was awarded the Lifetime Contribution to Kannada Cinema Award in 2006.

Early life

Vajramuni was born as Sadananda Sagar on 11 May 1944 in the Kanakanapalya, a locality in the Jayanagar neighbourhood of

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, into a

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family. He was named after the Hindu deity Vajramuneshwara, that members of his family were devotees of. They belonged to the cattle-rearing Hallikar community. Vajramuni's ancestors were given land grants and made custodians of the village of Anjanapura (in present-day

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) by the then

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, and the family had settled there since. Vajramuni was the eldest of seven children. His father R. Vajrappa (d. 1986) was a politician and served as a corporator in Bangalore for four terms between 1958 and 1968. Politician and educationist Dayananda Sagar (1922–1982) was his uncle.

Career

Vajramuni was a college dropout and held a degree in cinematography. A product of the Kannada amateur theatre, he performed regularly in the mid-1960s for

Gubbi Veeranna Gubbi Hampanna Veeranna (1891 – 1972) was an Indian theatre director. He was one of the pioneers and most prolific contributors to Kannada theatre. He established the drama company, ''Gubbi Sree Channabasaveshwara Nataka Company'', which play ...

's theatre company among others. He impressed

with his performance as

in Kanagal Prabhakar Shastri's play ''Prachanda Ravana'' who offered Vajramuni a role in the film ''Saavira Mettilu''. The film however got shelved, but was completed by

K. S. L. Swamy Kikkeri Shamanna Lakshminarasimha Swamy (21 February 1939 – 20 October 2015), popularly known as K. S. L. Swamy / Lalitha Ravee / Ravee, was an Indian film director, producer, actor and playback singer. He entered cinema at an early age as an ...

and released in 2006. Kanagal eventually cast him in ''

'' (1969), which would become Vajramuni's first release. Producers insisted that

Udaykumar Bommasandra Srinivasaiah Suryanarayana Murthy (16 March 1933 – 26 December 1985), known by his screen name Udaykumar, was an Indian actor and producer in Kannada cinema. He, along with Kalyan Kumar and Rajkumar, were called the ''Kumarath ...

would be a better choice to match to Shivaji Ganeshan who played the role in the Tamil version, but Puttanna insisted that it had to be Vajramuni. He went on to cast Vajramuni again in ''

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 ...

'' (1969). Impressed by his performances in these two films, director S. Siddalingaiah cast him in his 1971 film, ''

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 ...

''. Vajramuni acted in a number of films such as '' Mayura'', ''

Sampathige Saval ''Sampathige Savaal'' () is a 1974 Indian Kannada-language drama film directed by A. V. Seshagiri Rao and produced by A. N. Murthy, based on the play ''Saahukaara'' written by B. P. Dhuttharagi. The film stars Rajkumar, Vajramuni and Manjula. ...

'', ''

Daari Tappida Maga ''Daari Tappida Maga'' () is a 1975 Indian Kannada-language film produced and directed by Peketi Sivaram. The film stars Rajkumar, Kalpana, Aarathi, Manjula and Jayamala with K. S. Ashwath, M. V. Rajamma and Vajramuni in supporting roles and ...

'', ''

'', '' Shankar Guru'' and ''

Aakasmika ''Aakasmika'' () is a 1993 Indian Kannada language action thriller film directed by T. S. Nagabharana. The film stars Rajkumar, Geetha and Madhavi. The film was based on Ta Ra Su's trilogy ''Aakasmika – Aparadhi – Parinama'' thereby beco ...

'' with Rajkumar.

Personal life

Vajramuni was married to Lakshmi, daughter of a family friend, on 28 May 1967. During the time, he worked as a caretaker of the family's

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while also performing on stage. They had three sons together. Vajramuni's health condition worsened starting 1998 when he began suffering from kidney-related illness. Deteriorating health due multiple diseases including chronic

diabetes Diabetes, also known as diabetes mellitus, is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by a high blood sugar level ( hyperglycemia) over a prolonged period of time. Symptoms often include frequent urination, increased thirst and increased ...

led to his death at 5:30 a.m. (

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) on 5 January 2006, at a private hospital in

. His grandson is a child actor and has appeared in the television series, ''Uge Uge Maadeshwara''.

Partial filmography

* ''

Mallammana Pavaada Mallammana Pavaada (Meaning: The miracle of Mallamma) is a 1969 Kannada film, directed by Puttanna Kanagal. The film is based on the novel ''Ardhaangi'' written by B. Puttaswamayya. The screenplay was by P. Pullaiah based on his 1955 Telugu m ...

'' (1969)...Suryakanth * ''

'' (1969) * ''Aaliya Geliya'' (1970) * ''

'' (1971)...Somanna * ''

'' (1971)...Sudhakar * '' Nyayave Devaru'' (1971)...Vajramuni * ''

Sakshatkara ''Sakshatkara'' is a 1971 Kannada drama film directed by Puttanna Kanagal and starring Dr. Rajkumar , Jamuna , Prithviraj Kapoor and R. Nagendra Rao in the lead roles. This was third and final collaboration of Puttanna Kanagal and Rajkumar. Su ...

'' (1971)...Naganna * ''

Bangaarada Manushya ''Bangaarada Manushya'' ( kn, ಬಂಗಾರದ ಮನುಷ್ಯ, ''Golden Man'') is a 1972 Indian Kannada language film based on T. K. Rama Rao's novel of same name. Ramarao was known for his crime and detective novels, but this film was a ...

'' (1972)...Keshava * ''

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 ...

'' (1972)...Laxmu * ''

Kulla Agent 000 ''Kulla Agent 000'' is a 1972 Indian Kannada-language mystery comedy film directed by K. S. L. Swamy and produced and written by Dwaraka Films. The film stars Dwarakish, Udaykumar and Jyothi Lakshmi. Cast * Dwarakish * Jyothi Lakshmi * Udayk ...

'' (1972) * ''

Kranti Veera ''Kranti Veera'' is a 1972 Indian Kannada-language action drama film directed and produced by R. Ramamurthy. It stars Rajkumar, Rajesh and Jayanthi. The film's story was written by R. Rangarajan and Satyam was the soundtrack and score compo ...

'' (1972) * ''

Bhale Huchcha ''Bhale Huchcha'' is a 1972 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Y. R. Swamy and produced by Gopal Lakshman. It stars Rajkumar and Aarathi. This film was dubbed into Telugu as ''Dasara Picchodu'' and released in 1973. Cast * Rajkumar a ...

'' (1972)...Giri * ''

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)...Gopal * ''

Mooroovare Vajragalu ''Mooroovare Vajragalu'' () is a 1973 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by Y. R. Swamy. The film stars Dr. Rajkumar, Rajkumar, Srinath, Jayanthi (actress), Jayanthi, Aarathi and Manjula (Kannada actress), Manjula. Rajkumar played a dual r ...

'' (1973)...

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* ''

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 ...

'' (1973) * ''

Bhakta Kumbara ''Bhakta Kumbara'' () is a 1974 Indian Kannada-language biographical film directed by Hunsur Krishnamurthy. The film stars Rajkumar and Leelavathi. Actress Sridevi essayed the role of Muktha Bai (as a child artist), thereby the latter making ...

'' (1974)...Krishna * ''

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)...Neelakantaiah * ''

'' (1974)...Siddappa * ''

Sri Srinivasa Kalyana ''Sri Srinivasa Kalyana'' (), is 1974 Kannada-language Hindu mythological film directed by Vijay. The film which is based on lord Venkateswara, stars Rajkumar, B. Saroja Devi and Manjula. It also featured the first screen appearances of f ...

'' (1974)...Bhrigu * '' Mayura'' (1975)...Vishnugopa * ''

'' (1975) * ''

Kalla Kulla ''Kalla Kulla'' is a 1975 Indian Kannada-language comedy drama film, directed by K. S. R. Das and produced by Shastry Associates. The story is written by M. D. Sundar. The film stars Vishnuvardhan, Dwarakish, Bhavani and Jayalakshmi. The film ...

'' (1975) * ''

'' (1976)...Chandru * ''

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) * ''

'' (1976)...Crown Prince * '' Baduku Bangaaravayithu'' (1976) * ''

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)...Gopinatha * ''Aparadhi'' (1976) * ''

Babruvahana In the Hindu epic ''Mahabharata'', Babruvahana ( sa, बब्रुवाहन) is the son of Arjuna, a Pandava prince, and Chitrangada, the princess of Manalura. Babruvahana was adopted as the heir of Manalura by his maternal grandfathe ...

'' (1977)... Vrishaketu * ''Srimanthana Magalu'' (1977) * ''

Sose Tanda Soubhagya ''Sose Tanda Soubhagya'' (aka ''Sose Thanda Saubhagya'') ( Kannada: ಸೊಸೆ ತಂದ ಸೌಭಾಗ್ಯ) is a 1977 Kannada film written by P. B. Duttaragi, directed by A. V. Sheshagiri Rao, starring Vishnuvardhan and Manjula. It is t ...

'' (1977)...Karigowda * ''

'' (1977)...Keshava * ''

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) * '' Shankar Guru'' (1978)...Premakumar * ''

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) * '' Sneha Sedu'' (1978) * ''

Siritanakke Savaal ''Sirithanakke Saval'' (Kannada: ಸಿರಿತನಕ್ಕೇ ಸವಾಲ್) is a 1978 Indian Kannada film, directed by T. R. Ramanna and produced by C. D. Murthy. The film stars Vishnuvardhan, Manjula Vijayakumar, K. S. Ashwath and Sampat ...

'' (1978) * ''

Operation Diamond Racket ''Operation Diamond Racket'' is a 1978 Indian Kannada-language action spy thriller film produced and directed by the duo Dorai–Bhagavan, starring Rajkumar and Padmapriya. The supporting cast features Chandralekha, Vajramuni, Thoogudeepa Sr ...

'' (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) * ''

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)...Vasu * ''

Kiladi Kittu ''Kiladi Kittu'' is a 1978 Indian Kannada-language film directed by K.S.R. Das. The film starred Vishnuvardhan and Rajinikanth. The music for the film was composed by Mohan Kumar. The director remade the movie in Telugu in 1981 as ''Black Co ...

'' (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) * '' Pakka Kalla'' (1979) * ''Balina Guri'' (1979) * '' Huliya Haalina Mevu'' (1979)...Bhima * ''

Nanobba Kalla ''Nanobba Kalla'' () is a 1979 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Dorai–Bhagavan, and produced by actor Shivaram along with his brother S. Ramanathan (Rashi Brothers). The film stars Rajkumar and Lakshmi. Rajkumar played a dual role ...

'' (1979)...Bhaskar * '' Maria My Darling'' (1980) * ''

Kaalinga ''Kalinga'' is a 1980 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by V. Somashekhar and produced by Srikanth Nahatha. The film stars Vishnuvardhan, Rati Agnihotri, Udaykumar and Vajramuni. The film has musical score by Chellapilla Satyam. The movie ...

'' (1980) * '' Ravichandra'' (1980) * ''

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'' (1980) * '' Pattanakke Banda Pathniyaru'' (1980) * ''

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)...Guruji * ''Jivakke Jiva'' (1981) * '' Antha'' (1981)...Ajab Singh * ''

Bhaari Bharjari Bete ''Bharjari Bete'' is a 1981 Indian Kannada-language Western action film directed by Rajendra Singh Babu, starring Ambarish, Jayamala and Shankar Nag. The supporting cast features Dinesh, Tiger Prabhakar and Vajramuni. Cast * Ambarish * Shanka ...

'' (1981) * '' Garuda Rekhe'' (1982) * '' Oorige Upakari'' (1982) * ''Karmika Kallanalla'' (1982) * '' Jimmy Gallu'' (1982) * ''

Sahasa Simha ''Sahasa Simha'' () is a 1982 Indian Kannada-language action crime thriller film directed by Joe Simon and produced by M. Pandurangan and M. Ramalingam. The film stars Vishnuvardhan, Kajal Kiran, Rajya Lakshmi and Vajramuni. The film has music ...

'' (1982)...Shankarlal/Dheerajlal * ''

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) * ''

Khadeema Kallaru ''Khadeema Kallaru'' is a 1982 Indian Kannada film directed by Vijay and produced by V. Ravichandran. The film stars Ambareesh, Prabhakar, Jayamala and V. Ravichandran in lead roles. The film is Ravichandran's first film as an actor and second as ...

'' (1982) * '' Thirugu Baana'' (1983) * ''

Onde Guri ''Onde Guri'' is a 1983 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by H. R. Bhargava and produced by M. P. Shankar. The film stars Vishnuvardhan, M. P. Shankar, Ramakrishna and Madhavi. The film has musical score by Rajan–Nagendra. The film is ...

'' (1983) * ''Chandi Chamundi'' (1983) * ''

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'' (1983)...Bhupathi * ''

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) * '' Hasida Hebbuli'' (1983) * '' Nagabekamma Nagabeku'' (1983) * '' Muthaide Bhagya'' (1983) * '' Taaliya Bhaagya'' (1984) * ''

Madhuve Madu Tamashe Nodu ''Maduve Madu Thamashe Nodu'' is a 1984 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by Sathya and produced by Dwarakish. The film stars Vishnuvardhan, Aarathi, Dwarkish, Mahalakshmi and Jai Jagadish. The film has a musical score by Vijayanand. The ...

'' (1984)...Rahim * ''Huliyada Kala'' (1984) * ''

Gandu Bherunda ''Gandu Bherunda'' is a 1984 Indian Kannada language drama film directed by Rajendra Singh Babu featuring an ensemble cast based on the American movie ''Mackenna's Gold''. The plot involves an epigraphist and a geologist on a hunt for an ancien ...

'' (1984)...Mark Abraham * ''Gajendra'' (1984) * ''Chanakya'' (1984) * ''

Apoorva Sangama ''Apoorva Sangama'' () is a 1984 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Y. R. Swamy. It stars Rajkumar, Shankar Nag and Ambika. The music of the film was composed by Upendra Kumar. The movie saw a theatrical run of 16 weeks. The film was a re ...

'' (1984)...Dhanraj / Rao Bahadur Saheb * ''

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'' (1984) * ''

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'' (1984) * ''Veeradhi Veera'' (1985) * ''

Vajra Mushti The Vajra () is a legendary and ritual weapon, symbolising the properties of a diamond (indestructibility) and a thunderbolt (irresistible force). The vajra is a type of club with a ribbed spherical head. The ribs may meet in a ball-shape ...

'' (1985) * ''Thayi Mamathe'' (1985) * ''Nanna Prathigne'' (1985) * ''Kumkuma Thanda Saubhagya'' (1985) * ''

Maruthi Mahime Maruthi Dasari, known mononymously as Maruthi, is an Indian director, screenwriter, producer who works primarily in Telugu cinema. He is known for directing low budget films like ''Ee Rojullo'' and ''Bus Stop''. Maruthi is associated with Ma ...

'' (1985) * ''Katha Nayaka'' (1986) * ''Bettada Thayi'' (1986) * ''Brahmastra'' (1986) * '' Bete'' (1986) * ''Satkaara'' (1986) * '' Sathyam Shivam Sundaram'' (1987) * '' Jayasimha'' (1987) * '' Digvijaya'' (1987) * ''Asha'' (1987) * '' Thaliya Aane'' (1987) * ''

Sangliyana ''Sangliana'' is a 1988 Indian Kannada-language action drama film directed, co-produced and written by P. Nanjundappa. It is loosely inspired by the life story of the cop-turned-politician H. T. Sangliana. The film stars Shankar Nag, Bhavya an ...

'' (1988)...Nagappa * '' Vijaya Khadga'' (1988) * '' Thaayi Karulu'' (1988) * ''

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'' (1989)...Anthony D'Costa * ''Rudra'' (1989) * ''

C.B.I. Shankar ''C.B.I. Shankar'' is a 1989 Indian Kannada language drama film directed by P. Nanjundappa. It stars Shankar Nag in the titular role as Shankar, an officer with the CBI, who investigates a murder case closed down by the local police. The suppor ...

'' (1989)...Narayana Gowda * ''

Onti Salaga ''Onti Salaga'' () is a 1989 Indian Kannada film, directed by V. Somashekar and produced by Halaguru Venkatesh. The film stars Ambarish, Tiger Prabhakar, Khushbu and Vajramuni in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Hamsalekha. Plo ...

'' (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) * ''Ranabheri'' (1990) * '' Raja Kempu Roja'' (1990) * ''Khiladi Tata'' (1990) * '' Police Matthu Dada'' (1991)...Nageshwar Rao * ''

Kaliyuga Bheema ''Kaliyuga Bheema'' is a 1991 Indian Kannada film, directed by Tiger Prabhakar and produced by N. Ravikumar and H. N. Ramachandra Hande. The film stars Tiger Prabhakar, Khushbu, Sumalatha and Srinath in the lead roles. The film has musical sco ...

'' (1991) * ''Durgashtami'' (1991) * ''Gowri Kalyana'' (1991) * ''Purushotthama'' (1992) * ''Rajadhi Raja'' (1992) * ''

Mysore Jaana ''Mysore Jaana'' is a 1992 Indian Kannada-language-language romantic drama film produced & directed by A. T. Raghu and written by H. V. Subba Rao. The film stars Ambarish, Vinaya Prasad and Anjana with Doddanna, Vajramuni, Mukhyamantri Cha ...

'' (1992) * ''Halli Krishna Delhi Radha'' (1992) * '' Sahasi'' (1992) * ''Hosa Kalla Hale Kulla'' (1992) * '' Kanasina Rani'' (1992) * ''

'' (1993)...Vyasaraya * ''Sri Devi Mookambika'' (1993) * ''

Rayaru Bandaru Mavana Manege ''Rayaru Bandaru Mavana Manege'' is a 1993 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by Dwarakish and produced by P. Balaram. The film stars Vishnuvardhan along with Dolly Minhas and Bindiya. The music is scored by Raj–Koti and au ...

'' (1993)...police officer * ''Mahendra Varma'' (1993) * ''Jana Mecchida Maga'' (1993) * '' Kollura Sri Mookambika'' (1993)...Mookasura * ''

Lockup Death ''Lockup Death'' is a 1994 Indian Kannada-language action film directed and written by Om Prakash Rao starring Devaraj, Nirosha and Saikumar. The film was produced by Ramu for his Ramu Enterprises production banner. It was the first Kannada ...

'' (1994)...Venkataramayya * ''

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) * ''Bhairava'' (1994) * ''Prem Path'' (1994) * ''Musuku'' (1994) * ''Mister Mahesh Kumar'' (1994) *

Karnataka Suputra Karnataka (; ISO 15919, ISO: , , also known as Karunāḍu) is a States and union territories of India, state in the southwestern region of India. It was Unification of Karnataka, formed on 1 November 1956, with the passage of the States Reor ...

(1996) * ''Circle Inspector'' (1996) * ''Swathi'' (1997) * ''

Simhada Mari ''Simhada Mari'' () is a 1997 Indian Kannada-language action drama film directed by Om Prakash Rao and produced by Ramu. The film stars Shiva Rajkumar, Telugu actor Krishnam Raju and debutant Simran. The flash back portion which is considered ...

'' (1997)...Bhupathi * ''Dayadi'' (1998) * ''Paalegara'' (2003)

Awards

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Karnataka State Film Awards Karnataka State Film Awards are the most notable and prestigious film awards given for Kannada film industry in Karnataka, India. These are considered the highest awards for Kannada language films. They are given annually by the Government ...

* 1982–83: Best Supporting Actor — Bettale Seve'' * 2005: Lifetime Contribution to Kannada Cinema Award

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