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Sampath Raj (born 25 December 1968) is an Indian actor who works predominantly in Tamil and Telugu films, in addition to Kannada and Malayalam films. He is best known for his appearances in director Venkat Prabhu's trilogy, which includes '' Chennai 600028'', '' Saroja'', and '' Goa''. In addition to these films, he has played supporting roles in various other projects, often portraying negative characters. He won the Nandi Award for Best Villain for his performance in '' Mirchi'' (2013). After a sabbatical, he returned to Kannada cinema with '' Shourya'' (2010).


Early life and career

Sampath was born in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh and spent his childhood in various places like Punjab, Bangalore and Delhi. His father was a military doctor from Nellore, while his mother hails from Srirangam. Sampath who had interest in acting joined theatre and appeared in various stage plays. He started his career in Kannada cinema with ''Preethi Prema Pranaya'' and ''Bimba''. He made his debut in Tamil with ''Neranja Manasu'' portraying a negative role.


Filmography


Television


Dubbing artist


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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Raj, Sampath Male actors in Tamil cinema Indian male film actors Male actors in Kannada cinema Living people Male actors in Malayalam cinema 1968 births Place of birth missing (living people) 21st-century Indian male actors Male actors from Lucknow Male actors in Telugu cinema IIFA Utsavam winners