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Anjadiru
''Anjadiru'' () is a 2009 Indian Kannada-language action thriller film directed by R. Janardhan and starring Prashanth and Muralidhar. The film is a remake of ''Anjathe''. Cast Reception A critic from ''The Times of India'' wrote that "A meaningless first half and a brilliant second half with a good script and excellent narration mark the second venture of director Janardhan". A critic from ''Bangalore Mirror'' wrote that "''Anjadiru'' stands out for its believable characterisation without much of the heroism we seen in most films. But what slows the film at times is Prashant and Muralidhar's incapability to shoulder the scenes effectively. Try ''Anjadiru'' if you are bored of the regular stuff but do not expect a miracle". R. G. Vijayasarathy of ''Rediff.com Rediff.com, stylized as rediff.com, is an Indian news, information, entertainment, and shopping website. Founded by Ajit Balakrishnan in 1996, it was the first Indian website to become a mainstream news media org ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anjathe
''Anjathe'' ( ) is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written and directed by Mysskin and produced by Nemichand Jhabak. The film stars Narain, Prasanna, Ajmal Ameer, and Vijayalakshmi. It was released on 15 February 2008 and became a success at the box office. The film is also recognised as an example of Tamil new wave cinema from its composition of frames, selection of shots and its counter meaning in narration. The film was remade in Kannada as '' Anjadiru'' (2009). Plot Sathyavan and Kripakaran are close friends living opposite each other in the police quarters in Chennai. Sathya is a rowdy, wasting his time drinking merrily and getting involved in petty fights. Though he and Kripa pass college with a first-class degree, Sathya has no interest in joining the police force. Kripa studies hard to become a Sub-Inspector and challenges Sathya to do the same. One day, Sathya gets into a big fight and his father bashes him. He brandishes Sathya and says that Krip ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shubha Poonja
Shubha Poonja is an Indian actress and former model, who has mostly appeared in Kannada film 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. Kannada cinema is based in Gandhi Nagar ...s. She is best known for essaying the leading role alongside Radhika Pandit in the movie ''Moggina Manasu'' for which she received Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress – Kannada. Shubha started her career in 2003-04 and has completed 2 decades (20 years) in the film industry working in nearly 50 movies. She established herself as one of the leading actresses in Kannada Cinema from 2008 to 2012. She still remains one of the most known faces with her regular appearances on T.V. shows and now with her YouTube channel. Career Shubha Poonja is of Mangalorean descent from the Tuluva community. She was raised in Bangalore and studied in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Suman Ranganathan
Suman Ranganathan or Ranganath is an Indian model and actress. She has starred in Kannada, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi films. Personal life She was married to Bunty Walia, an Indian film producer. The couple split in 2007. She married Sajan Chinnappa, a businessman from Kodugu district, Karnataka on 3 June 2019. Career She made her acting debut with the Kannada movie '' C.B.I. Shankar'' (1989) along with Shankar Nag. After the success of that movie, she starred in various movies like ''Bala Hombale'' (1989), '' Doctor Krishna'' (1989) '' Santha Shishunala Sharifa'' (1990) and '' Nammoora Hammera'' (1990). In the year 1990, she made her Tamil debut with '' Pudhu Paattu''. Then, she has acted in many Tamil movies like '' Perum Pulli'' (1991), '' Maanagara Kaaval'' (1991), ''Kurumbukkaran'' (1991), '' Unnai Vaazhthi Paadugiren'' (1992), '' Mettupatti Mirasu'' (1994) and '' Mudhal Udhayam'' (1995). She appeared in '' Fareb'' (1996), her first Bollywood film, w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adi Lokesh
Adi Lokesh is an Indian actor who works in Kannada films. He is known for his villainous roles such as his role in '' Jogi'' (2005) as Bidda. Personal life He is the son of actor Mysore Lokesh. His sister is actress Pavitra Lokesh. Career Adi Lokesh made his acting debut with ''Naanu Naane'' (2002). He made a breakthrough with as a schemer named Bidda in '' Jogi'' (2005). After the success of the film, he made his lead debut with '' Poojari'' (2007). However, after the film's failure, he did not star in any film for a year. He also played the lead in ''Bidda'' (2008) and ''Gang Leader'' (2010). During this time, he played negative roles in films such as '' Arasu'' (2007) as Meera Jasmine's tormentor and '' Raaj – The Showman'' (2009). In 2014, he participated as a contestant in the second season of ''Bigg Boss Kannada'' (2014) airing on Asianet Suvarna. Filmography *2002 - '' Naanu Naane'' *2005 - '' Jogi'' *2006 - '' Mohini 9886788888'' *2006 - '' Odahuttidavalu'' *2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dwarakish
Bungle Shama Rao Dwarakanath (19 August 1942 – 16 April 2024), known by his stage name Dwarakish ( ), was an Indian actor, comedian and filmmaker who predominantly worked in Kannada cinema in addition to few Tamil cinema, Tamil, Telugu cinema, Telugu and Hindi cinema, Hindi films. Starting his career as a supporting actor in ''Veera Sankalpa'' (1964) and co-producer for the film ''Mamatheya Madilu'' in 1966, Dwarakish went on to work over five decades in cinema. He debuted as a director with the film ''Nee Bareda Kadambari'' (1985). Fondly remembered as "Karnatakada Kulla" (), Dwarakish produced over 50 films under his home production called "Dwarakish Chitra". ''Mayor Muthanna'' (1969) was the first film to be produced under his banner. He is referred to be the "First showman of Kannada cinema" for his daring and lavish experiments and his films were known for grand sets, songs and exotic locations. Early life Dwarakish was born on 19 August 1942. He grew up in Ittigegud ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ravi Kale
Ravi Kale is an Indian actor known for his work in Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Marathi films. He played Chander in the '' Sarkar'' series and the '' Dandupalya'' series. Filmography Kannada *''Cyanide'' (2006) *'' Vamshi'' (2008) *'' Anjadiru'' (2009) *'' Mylari'' (2010) *'' Jackie'' (2010) *''Deadly-2'' (2010) *'' Dashamukha'' (2012) *'' Khatarnak'' (2013) *'' Attahasa'' (2013) *''Lakshmi'' (2013) *'' Dandupalya'' (2013) *'' Ambareesha'' (2014) *'' Vajrakaya'' (2015) *'' Mythri'' (2015) *'' Ram-Leela'' (2015) *'' Ricky'' (2016) *''Home Stay'' (2016) *'' Happy Birthday'' (2016) *''Jaguar'' (2016) *''March 22'' (2016) *''Pushpaka Vimana'' (2017) *'' Hebbuli'' (2017) *'' Naa Panta Kano'' (2017) *'' Dandupalya 2'' (2017) *'' Dandupalya 3'' (2018) *''Amma I Love You'' (2018) *'' Kumari 21F'' (2018) *''Jhansi I.P.S'' (2020) *''Gana'' (2025) Telugu *''Mass'' (2004) *''Shock'' (2006) *'' Ashok'' (2006) *'' Asadhyudu'' (2006) *'' Okka Magaadu'' (2008) *''Salute'' (2008 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mysskin
Shanmugha Raja, known professionally as Mysskin (), is an Indian film director, screenwriter, lyricist, playback singer, actor, film producer and composer. He made his directorial debut in 2006 with '' Chithiram Pesuthadi''. His subsequent films '' Anjathe'' (2008), '' Nandalala'' (2010) and '' Onaayum Aattukkuttiyum'' (2013) and '' Pisaasu'' (2014) received critical acclaim. He made his acting debut with '' Nandalala'' (2010), where he portrayed a mentally disabled man. Early life Shanmugha Raja chose Mysskin as his assumed name, inspired by Prince Myshkin, the protagonist in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel ''The Idiot''. His schooling was in Tamil. He is an avid book reader. Career Mysskin was working in a book store when director Kathir first asked him to join him. He was with him for nearly eight months but did not work in any movie. It was under director Vincent Selva that he did his first movie ''Youth'', followed by '' Jithan'', again under Vincent Selva. Mysskin m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sundar C
Vinayagar Sundar Vel (born 21 January 1968), known professionally as Sundar C, is an Indian actor, filmmaker, and playback singer who predominantly works in Tamil cinema. He has directed over 30 films and received the Kalaimamani#2009, Kalaimamani award. He is one of the most popular and commercial filmmakers in Tamil cinema. His notable films include ''Ullathai Allitha'' (1996), ''Arunachalam (film), Arunachalam'' (1997), ''Unnai Thedi'' (1999), ''Anbe Sivam'' (2003), ''Winner (2003 film), Winner'' (2003), ''Giri (film), Giri'' (2004), ''Kalakalappu'' (2012), ''Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru'' (2013), ''Aranmanai (film series), Aranmanai Cinematic Universe'' (2014-2024) and ''Madha Gaja Raja'' (2025). Alongside his wife, he produced the television series ''Nandini (TV series), Nandini'' (2017-2018), ''Maya (2018 TV series), Maya'' (2018) and ''Jothi (TV series), Jothi'' (2021). His film production credits include ''Hello Naan Pei Pesuren'' (2016), ''Meesaya Murukku'' (2017), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Avinash Yelandur
Yelandur Narayan Ravindra (born 22 December 1959), known mononymously by his stage name Avinash, is an Indian actor who appears predominantly in Kannada and Tamil films. He has been working in films for more than three decades. Known for his authentic portrayal of complex characters and versatility, Avinash is one of the most sought actors in the supporting category. Early life Avinash was born in the town of Yelandur in Mysore district (now in Chamarajanagar district), in the Mysore State (now Karnataka), to Indira and B. K. Narayana Rao, a lawyer. After completing his education at Mysore's Hardwick High School and College, Avinash went on to attend University of Mysore, where he obtained his master's degree in English literature. Drawn to theatre and cinema from a young age, he had an active theater life at Mysore and later at Bangalore. During the time, he taught English at the National Institute of Engineering, Mysore, and later at the MES college in Bangalore. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Srinivasa Murthy
Jadalathimmanahalli Krishnappa Srinivasa Murthy (born 15 May 1949), known popularly as Srinivasa Murthy, is an Indian actor and television director. He is mostly known for his work as a director having made many television series in Kannada, beginning in 2001, based on the lives of various Kannada philosophers and poets, and adaptations of the works of popular Kannada writers. As an actor, he is known for his work in Kannada cinema, appearing often in supporting roles. He began his career as a stage artiste in both professional and amateur theatre, before taking to films in 1977. Career Films Srinivasa Murthy became a producer of Kannada films quite early. He started off producing films with his friend Jai Jagadish. He made films like Maathru Devo Bhava and a comedy film Thaayigobba Tharlemaga with Kashinath and cast Chandrika (Kannada actress). Followed by Nambidare Nambi Bittare Bidi directed by Umesh which introduced Shruthi and Hosamane Aliya with Anant Nag and Bh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Padmaja Rao
Padmaja Rao is an Indian actress, television soap director and producer in Karnataka, India. She is a versatile actor known for playing a wide variety of character roles in various film genres. Some of the notable films of Padmaja Rao as an actress include '' Hatavadi'' (2006) ''Mungaru Male'' (2006), '' Gaalipata'' (2008), ''Ugramm'' (2014). She has also forayed into tulu film industry with the blockbuster '' Chaali Polilu'' (2014) Personal life Padmaja Rao did her schooling in Mumbai and then her college in London. She is married and has a son named Sanjeev who is renowned Herpetologist Conservationist and Animal Activist . Career Padmaja Rao started her career with the mega teleserial Moodala Mane directed by Vaishali Kasaravalli which garnered huge popularity across Karnataka. This was followed bPreethi Illada Melemega serial co-starring Yash and Anant Nag which made her household name yet again. She made her Kannada movie debut with V.Ravichandran's Hatavadi. She ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Times Of India
''The Times of India'' (''TOI'') is an Indian English-language daily newspaper and digital news media owned and managed by the Times Group. It is the List of newspapers in India by circulation, third-largest newspaper in India by circulation and List of newspapers by circulation, largest selling English-language daily in the world. It is the oldest English-language newspaper in India, and the second-oldest Indian newspaper still in circulation, with its first edition published in 1838. It is nicknamed as "The Old Lady of Bori Bunder", and is a newspaper of record. Near the beginning of the 20th century, Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India, called ''TOI'' "the leading paper in Asia". In 1991, the BBC ranked ''TOI'' among the world's six best newspapers. It is owned and published by Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (BCCL), which is owned by the Sahu Jain family. In the Brand Trust Report India study 2019, ''TOI'' was rated as the most trusted English newspaper in India. In a 2021 surve ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
