Achyuth Kumar

Last updated

Achyuth Kumar
Born
Belur, Karnataka, India
NationalityIndian
OccupationActor
Years active2000–present

Achyuth Kumar is an Indian actor who predominantly works in Kannada cinema, alongside few Tamil and Telugu films. He is well known for his performances in the KGF, Kantara , Sidlingu , and Lucia . [1] He is the recipient of three Filmfare Awards and two Karnataka State Film Awards, one each in Best Supporting Actor and Best Actor categories.

Contents

Personal life

Kumar was born in the town of Belur, in the district of Hassan and brought up in Tiptur. He graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the Kalpatharu First Grade College, which was then under the University of Bangalore.

Career

Kumar began acting during his time as a college-going student in Tiptur, Karnataka, along with his theatre groups like Geleyarabalaga, Mungaru Hudugaru and Abhinaya Theatre Group, under the guidance of Nataraj Huliyar. Later, he started his training as an actor at Ninasam. Working in theatre during the time, he was chosen by Girish Kasaravalli to play a pivotal role in his television soap Gruhabhanga in 2000. [2] In the soap Moodala Mane , Kumar played a supportive colleague to the daughter of the protagonist. In Preethi Illada Mele, he played the eldest son of a judge (played by Anant Nag).[ citation needed ]

Kumar's career in films began in 2007 when he signed to play the father of the female lead in Moggina Manasu (2008) and gangster Oil Kumar in Aa Dinagalu (2007), both Kannada films. He went on to gain a reputation as a character actor and appeared in around 12 films per year. [2] He also appeared in a couple of Tamil films. However, it was in the 2013 film Lucia , that Kumar received widespread appreciation. In the film, he played Shankaranna, a movie theater owner and employer of Nikhil, played by Sathish Ninasam. The performance won him the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. [3]

In Hejjegalu (2013), Kumar played Kodanda, a gambling addict who squanders money taken on loan, being tried to reform by his young daughter. [4] The performance won him the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor. [5] He received praise for his portrayal of Shivappa, a scavenger in Amaraavati (2017). [6] [7] In Urvi (2017), based on the menace of child trafficking, he played Devarugunda, an influential man who kidnaps women, rapes them and forces them into prostitution. Archana Nathan of The Hindu wrote, "Achutha Kumar performs well, but one wishes that his character had been given some more depth and background." [8]

In the 2022 drama film, Kantara , Kumar played a treacherous feudal lord Devendra Suttooru, scheming to snatch land from the tribal community after appearing to help them. Deccan Herald wrote, "... given how brilliant Achyuth is, the character's sudden switch in the trait is made invisible by his effortless transformation." [9] The New Indian Express termed his performance "powerful". [10]

Filmography

Kannada

Key
Denotes films that have not yet been released
YearTitleRoleNotes
2003 Mouni Kamthi
2003Hucchana Maduveli Undone JanaRamesha
2004 Bisi Bisi Dhobi
Bimba
PravaahaMaara
2007 Aa Dinagalu Oil Kumar
2008 Moggina Manasu Chanchala's father
2009 Josh Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada
Manasaare
2010 Prithvi Shanappa
Naanu Nanna Kanasu Brijesh Patel
Gubbi
Beli Mattu Hola
2011 Veera Bahu
Puttakkana Highway
Rajadhani
Johny Mera Naam Preethi Mera Kaam Priya's father
Panchamrutha
Lifeu Ishtene Vishal's father
Manasology Sihi's father
Achchu Mechchu Purushottam
Aata
Shyloo
2012 Shikari
Edegarike Tukaram Shetty
Anna Bond
Kalpana
Sidlingu Appaji Gowda
Nammanna Don
Dashamukha
Challenge Soori
Drama
Yaare Koogadali
2013TopiwalaLokayuktha Loki
Gombegala Love
HejjegaluKodanda Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor
Bachchan Sanyappa Gandigi
Madarangi
Jinke Mari
Lucia ShankarannaFilmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada
Nominated, SIIMA Award Best Actor in a Supporting Role
Dirty Picture: Silk Sakkath Maga
Jatta
Sakkare
Slum Swamy
Advaitha Harsha
2014 Dil Rangeela
Savaal
Ragini IPS
Ulidavaru Kandanthe Balu
Kwatle Satisha
Agraja
Just Love
Jamboo Savari
Oggarane Krishna
Drishya Surya Prakash [11]
Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari ShankarSIIMA Award Best Actor in a Supporting Role
2015 Abhinetri
Krishna-Leela Krishna's fatherNominated, IIFA Utsavam Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role
Aatagara Yashwanth
Khushi Khushiyagi
Muddu Manase Poorvi's father
Geetha Bangle Store
Bettanagere Reddy
1st Rank Raju Raju's father
Rocket
Sharpshooter
Prema Pallakki
Masterpiece Noor Ahmed
2016 Maduveya Mamatheya Kareyole Chandrashekhar Patil
Ricky Radha's father
Devara Naadalli
Jwalantham
Nan Love Track
Kiragoorina Gayyaligalu ShankarappaNominated, Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada
Half Mentlu
The Great Story of Sodabuddi
Mangaata
Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu KumarNominated, IIFA Utsavam Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role
Jaggu Dada Uday Naik [12]
Kotigobba 2 Subha's brother
July 22, 1947
Happy Birthday Veeraswamy
Lifeu Super
Sipaayi Narasimharaju
Idolle Ramayana
Badmaash Rajshekhar [13]
Naanu Mattu Varalakshmi
Kirik Party Ghouse
Mandya to Mumbai
2017 Srikanta Prabhu
Beautiful Manasugalu KodandaNominated, Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada
AmaraavatiShivappa Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor
Srinivasa KalyanaShivappa
Urvi Devergunda
Raajakumara Krishna
Aake Madan
AbbaraMytri Wines Owner
Mugulu Nage Achutha [14]
College Kumar
Athiratha
2018 Raju Kannada Medium
Churikatte Ravikanth
Kanaka [15]
Tagaru
Johnny Johnny Yes Papa Priya's father
Thayige Thakka Maga
Iruvudellava Bittu
Thurthu Nirgamana
K.G.F: Chapter 1 Guru PandianNominated—SIIMA Award or Best Supporting Actor – Kannada
2019 Natasaarvabhowma Ghanashyam Yadav's guru [16]
Bell Bottom Annappa
Kavaludaari Kumar / Bablu
Geetha
Chambal
Bramhachari
Londonalli Lambodhara Lambodhara's father
Avane Srimannarayana Achutha anna
2020 Kaanadante Maayavadanu Chiranjeevi
Mayabazar 2016 Joseph
Law Jagadish Prakash
ACT 1978 Home Minister
Bheemasena Nalamaharaja Varadarajan IyengarAmazon Prime Video film
2021 Yuvarathnaa Govind
Rathnan Prapancha Basappa
SriKrishna@gmail.com Malavika's Father
Govinda Govinda Seshachala
Kannadiga Harigopala
Rider Gangadhar
Love You Rachchu Achutha
2022DNAPrashanth Gowda
Selfie Mummy Googl Daddy
Fourwalls Shankranna [17]
Family Pack Abhi's father [18]
Trikona Kodandarama
K.G.F: Chapter 2 Guru Pandian
Dear Vikram Politician [19]
Monsoon Raaga Raju
Kantara Devendra Suttooru
Triple Riding Ram's father
Raymo Mohana's father
2023 Kranti Sadashivayya
Veeram Sadashiva
Gurudev Hoysala ASI Sampath
Raghavendra Stores Kumar
Siren
Kousalya Supraja Rama Sathyanath
Kshetrapati Newspaper Publisher [20]
Sapta Saagaradaache Ello – Side A Prabhu
Sapta Saagaradaache Ello – Side B Prabhu
Kaatera [21]
2024 Bachelor Party Ashwath Narayan [22]
TBAVaamanaTBA

Tamil

YearTitleRoleNotes
2011 Ko Krishnakumar
2012 Yaarukku Theriyum Soori
2013 Udhayam NH4 Politician
2014 Poriyaalan Sundar
2015 Eetti Nasoor Meeran
2016 Rajini Murugan Neelakandan
Mudinja Ivana Pudi Subha's brother
2017 Vikram Vedha SP Surendhar
2019 Adithya Varma Meera's father
2020 Soorarai Pottru Anantha NarayananAmazon Prime Video film
2022 Valimai Kothandam
Dejavu Subramani [23]
2023 Annapoorani Rangarajan [24]

Other languages

YearTitleRoleLanguageNotes
2014 120 Minutes Soori Malayalam
2018 Chalo Keshava Telugu
2022 Repeat SubramanyamReleased on Disney+ Hotstar
2023 Dhoomam CI K. PrakashMalayalam [25]
2024 The Family Star Telugu [26]

Television

YearTitleRoleNetworkLanguage
2022 9 Hours Prisoner Disney+ Hotstar Telugu

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Komal (actor)</span> Indian actor (born 1973)

Komal Kumar, known mononymously as Komal, is an Indian actor and film producer known for his work in Kannada cinema. He made his acting debut with Super Nan Maga in 1992. Since his debut, Komal has acted in over 100 films, initially in comedic roles as a supporting actor before playing lead roles. He is the younger brother of actor Jaggesh, with whom he has frequently collaborated professionally.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Diganth</span> Indian film actor (born 1983)

Diganth Manchale, mononymously known as Diganth, is an Indian actor and former model. His works are primarily seen in Kannada cinema. Diganth made his acting debut in Miss California in 2006. He is perhaps best known for his performance as "Doodhpeda" paired opposite Neethu in Gaalipata (2008). His performances for the films such as Pancharangi (2010), Lifeu Ishtene (2011) and Parijatha (2012) earned him fame.

Radhika Pandit is an Indian actress who is primarily known for her work in Kannada films. Considered as one of the most popular and highest-paid Kannada actress, Pandit is a recipient of several accolades including three Filmfare Awards South, one Karnataka State Film Award and one SIIMA Award.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sharmiela Mandre</span> Indian actress (born 1989)

Sharmiela Mandre is an Indian actress and producer who primarily works in Kannada films. She made her acting debut with Sajni (2007) and then received success with Krishna, the same year. Mandre turned producer with the Tamil film Evanukku Engeyo Matcham Irukku (2018).

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Rangayana Raghu</span> Indian theatre, film actor

Kotturu Chikkarangappa Raghunath, known by his screen name Rangayana Raghu, is an Indian film and stage actor, known for his work in Kannada cinema. He is a recipient of multiple Filmfare Awards South, SIIMA Awards, and two Karnataka State Film Awards.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Rachita Ram</span> Indian actress

Rachita Ram is an Indian actress who primarily works in Kannada films. After appearing in various television shows, Rachita made her film debut with the 2013 film, Bulbul, for which she received Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Kannada nomination. Rachita has won various awards including one Filmfare Award South and three SIIMA Awards.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Chikkanna</span> Indian actor (born 1984)

Chikkanna, is an Indian actor who works in Kannada cinema and appears primarily in comic roles. He made his debut in films with Kirataka (2011), following which he was recognized for his performances in Raja Huli (2013) and Adyaksha (2014). Chikkanna played the lead role for the first time in the film Upadhyaksha (2024).

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Sanchari Vijay</span> Indian theatre and film actor (1983–2021)

Vijay Kumar Basavarajaiah, known by his stage name Sanchari Vijay, was an Indian actor known for his work in Kannada cinema. He began his career as a stage actor. He trained on stage from Sanchari Theatre, a culture centre with its own drama troupe, based in Bangalore.

Shiva Rajkumar is an Indian actor who appears in Kannada films. He is the eldest son of actor Rajkumar. Shiva has acted in more than 125 films in lead roles.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Darshan filmography</span>

Darshan is an Indian actor and film producer known for his work in Kannada cinema. He is the son of actor Thoogudeepa Srinivas. Darshan initially worked in trivial roles in few films and television serial's, later made his debut in a lead role in 2001 film, Majestic, and has since then starred in many commercial and critical hit films such as Kariya (2003), Namma Preethiya Ramu (2003), Kalasipalya (2005), Gaja (2008), Saarathi (2011), Chingari (2012) Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna (2012), Bulbul (2013), Ambareesha (2014), Mr. Airavata (2015), Tarak (2017), Yajamana (2019) and Kurukshetra (2019). He has also given his voice for the introduction of Ramadhanya. On 12th June 2024 he was arrested along with 11 other accused by Karnataka police in connection with the murder of Ranukaswamy because of some personal issues.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Rishab Shetty</span> Indian film director and actor

Prashanth Shetty, known professionally as Rishab Shetty, is an Indian actor and film director who primarily works in Kannada cinema. He is known for his critical and commercial blockbuster, Kantara, which he directed and also acted in as the main lead. He is the recipient of several accolades, including the National Film Award for Best Children's Film at the 66th National Film Awards for Sarkari Hi. Pra. Shaale, Kasaragodu, Koduge: Ramanna Rai(2018).

<i>Kotigobba 2</i> 2016 Indian action film

Kotigobba 2 in Kannada Mudinja Ivana Pudi in Tamil is a 2016 Indian action film directed by K. S. Ravikumar and produced by Rockline Venkatesh and M. Babu in Kannada and Tamil languages. The film features Sudeepa, Nithya Menen and P. Ravi Shankar in the lead roles, while Nassar, Mukesh Tiwari and Sharath Lohitashwa and Prakash Raj appear in supporting roles. Despite the title, the film is not a direct sequel to the 2001 film Kotigobba.

<i>Ondu Motteya Kathe</i> 2017 Kannada film directed by Raj B. Shetty

Ondu Motteya Kathe is a 2017 Kannada-language romantic comedy film written and directed by debutant Raj B. Shetty who also appears in the lead role, along with Usha Bhandary, Shailashree, Prakash Tuminadu, Amrutha Naik, Shreya Anchan, Vj Vineeth, Rahul Amin, Deepak Rai Panaje and Ramdas playing supporting roles. The movie was released on 7 July 2017 to positive reviews. The Hindu called it the "Kannada film of the year". The film won the Filmfare Award for Best Film – Kannada. The budget of the film was estimated to be at 30 lakhs INR and the movie was a commercial success by collecting 2.5 crores.

<i>Dia</i> (film) Indian Kannada-language romantic film

Dia is a 2020 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film written and directed by K. S. Ashoka, and produced by D Krishna Chaitanya under Sri Swarnalatha Productions. It stars Kushee Ravi, Pruthvi Ambaar and Dheekshith Shetty, with a score by B. Ajaneesh Loknath. It was released on 7 February 2020 and was a box office success. It was re-released in 2021.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">KRG Studios</span> Indian film production company

KRG Studios is an Indian film production and distribution company based in Bengaluru, India. It primarily deals with the production and distribution of Kannada-language and non-Kannada films across Karnataka.

O2 (stylized as O2) is an Indian Kannada language medical thriller film written and directed by the duo of Raghav Nayak and Prashanth Raj, and produced by Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar under PRK Productions. The film has music composed by Vivan Radhakrishna and cinematography handled by Naveen Kumar S.

<i>Blink</i> (2024 film) 2024 Kannada film directed by Srinidhi Bengaluru

Blink is a 2024 Indian Kannada-language science fiction thriller film written and directed by debutant Srinidhi Bengaluru and produced by Ravichandra A J under Janani Pictures in his maiden production. The film stars Dheekshith Shetty and Chaithra J. Achar in lead roles. The soundtrack and background score were composed by Prasanna Kumar MS while the cinematography handled by Avinaasha Shastry and editing done by Sanjeev Jagirdar.

The following is the filmography of Indian actor, dubbing artist, director and writer P. Ravi Shankar. He has dubbed more than 3,500 films.

Moorane Krishnappa is a 2024 Indian Kannada-language comedy drama film written and directed by Naveen Narayanaghatta. The film is produced by Naveen Reddy G under Red Dragon Films banner. The film stars Rangayana Raghu and Sampath Maitreya in lead roles while Sripriya, Ugramm Manju, Tukali Santosh play supporting characters. The film has cinematography by Yogi, editing by Shrikanth Gowda and music by Anand Rajavikram and Suprith Sharma S.

References

  1. "Achyuta Kumar: I am happy to be a part of Lucia". Rediff. 11 September 2013. Archived from the original on 10 August 2014. Retrieved 30 July 2014.
  2. 1 2 "The navarasas of a single role". The Hindu. 20 October 2016. Archived from the original on 11 October 2020. Retrieved 5 April 2017.
  3. "Filmfare Awards: Prem, Amulya get Best Actor awards". The Times of India. 13 July 2014. Archived from the original on 16 July 2014. Retrieved 30 July 2014.
  4. "Hejjegalu Movie Review". The Times of India. 14 May 2016. Archived from the original on 5 April 2017. Retrieved 5 April 2017.
  5. "'Maagiya Kala' is best film; Ramya, Puneeth best actors". The Hindu. 26 October 2013. Archived from the original on 28 October 2013. Retrieved 5 April 2017.
  6. "Amaravathi on stark realities, Achutha Kumar strikes". indiaglitz.com. 2 February 2017. Archived from the original on 5 April 2017. Retrieved 5 April 2017.
  7. Suresh, Sunayana (10 February 2017). "Amaravathi Movie Review". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 13 February 2017. Retrieved 5 April 2017.
  8. Nathan, Archana (17 March 2017). "'Urvi' review: Ample rage but not enough strength". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 11 October 2020. Retrieved 5 April 2017.
  9. M.V., Vivek (30 September 2022). "'Kantara' review: Rishab shines in a technical marvel". Deccan Herald. Archived from the original on 30 September 2022. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
  10. Sharadhaa, A. (1 October 2022). "Kantara Movie Review: Rishab Shetty delivers a compelling and rooted film". Cinema Express . Archived from the original on 3 October 2022. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
  11. Sharadhaa, A (21 June 2014). "Ravichandran Shines in this Well-crafted Drama". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 30 March 2024.
  12. SM, Shashiprasad (10 June 2016). "Jaggu Dada movie review: This senseless commercial comedy encashes on stardom". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 31 March 2024.
  13. SM, Shashiprasad (22 November 2016). "Movie review 'Badmaash': A badmash' experience". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 31 March 2024.
  14. SM, Shashiprasad (1 September 2017). "Mugulu Nage movie review: Smile with a teary end". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 31 March 2024.
  15. Upadhyaya, Prakash (26 January 2018). "Kanaka movie review: Live audience response". International Business Times India. Retrieved 31 March 2024.
  16. S.M., Shashiprasad (7 February 2010). "Natasaarvabhowma movie review: High on spirit". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 20 March 2024.
  17. "Fourwalls to evoke 1980's feeling". The Times of India. 3 February 2022. Archived from the original on 6 February 2022. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
  18. "Family Pack review: This meandering Kannada comedy is best avoided". 17 February 2022. Archived from the original on 2 April 2022. Retrieved 23 April 2022.
  19. Jayesh, Jayadeep (30 June 2022). "'Dear Vikram' review: A total misfire". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 30 March 2024.
  20. M.V., Vivek (18 August 2023). "'Kshetrapathi' movie review: A loud and melodramatic look at farmers' issues". The Hindu. Retrieved 31 March 2024.
  21. Sharadhaa, A (29 December 2023). "'Kaatera' movie review: Darshan wields his finest weapon yet". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 31 March 2024.
  22. M.V., Vivek (23 January 2024). "Abhijit Mahesh on 'Bachelor Party': My film's comedy has the flavour of 'Kirik Party'". The Hinue. Retrieved 30 March 2024.
  23. Rajendran, Gopinath (21 July 2021). "Naveen Chandra to star in 'Dejavu'". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 30 March 2024.
  24. Chandar, Bhuvanesh (1 December 2023). "'Annapoorani' movie review: Nayanthara stars in a template underdog story that's neither appetising nor delectable". The Hinu. Retrieved 30 March 2024.
  25. Suresh, Anandu (6 July 2023). "Dhoomam director Pawan Kumar says he wants to do a light-hearted film next: 'I have a genuine fondness for slice-of-life films'". The Indian Express. Retrieved 30 March 2024.
  26. "Family Star Review: Lacks compelling narration!". Telugu Cinema. 5 April 2024.