Dwarakish

Biography

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, Telugu and 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" (lit. 'Dwarf of Karnataka'), 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.

Filmografi

Vishnuvardhana2011 · Colonel (Bharathi's father)Prema Mathsara1982 · Maanikya2014 · SelfGeluvu Nannade1983 · Khushi2003 · Kidnap1995 · Halli Haida1978 · Shankar Sundar1982 · Dhanalakshmi1977 · Apthamitra2004 · Server Somanna1993 · Mayor Muthanna1969 · RangaGalaate Samsaara1977 · MuthannaJothe Jotheyali2006 · Sahodarara Savaal1977 · RajaBalu Aparoopa Nam Jodi1978 · Snehada Sankole1982 · Maathu Tappada Maga1978 · Hudugatada Hudugi1976 · Vijay Vikram1979 · Pedda Gedda1982 · Auto Raja1980 · Kiladigalu1994 · Mandyada Gandu1994 ·