Chi. Guru Dutt | |
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 Guru Dutt (Indian actor and director), in Bharath Stores, 2012 Indian Kannada film | |
| Born | 11-08-1965 Vijayanagar(AP) |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, producer, director |
| Years active | 1986–present |
Chitnahalli Guru Dutt is an Indian actor primarily concentrating on Kannada films alongside a few Tamil films. He is the son of Chi. Udaya Shankar.
He made his debut along with Shivrajkumar in the Kannada film Anand (1986). He was launched in Tamil by K. Balachander with Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal (1989). His major Tamil appearance in the thriller film Kalaignan (1993) opposite Kamal Haasan as the psychopath doctor. He has acted in about 100 films directed 4 and produced 3.
Chi Guru Dutt has also directed Aryan starring Shivarajkumar, Ramya and Sarath Babu [1] [2] [3]
| Year | Serial | Channel | Role | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Tulasi | Udaya TV | Producer | |
| 2017 | Sanju Mattu Naanu | Colors Kannada | Actor | |
| 2022–Present | Ramachari | Colors Kannada | Actor | |
| 2022–Present | Janani | Udaya TV | Producer | |
| 2023-Present | Shrirasthu Shubhamasthu | Zee Kannada | Actor |
The Filmfare Best Director Award is given by the Filmfare magazine as part of its annual Filmfare Awards South for Tamil (Kollywood) films. The awards were extended to "Best Director" in 1972.
Kalaignan (transl. Artist) is a 1993 Indian Tamil-language thriller film written and directed by G. B. Vijay and produced by Ramkumar Ganesan. It stars Kamal Haasan and Farheen while Sivaranjani, Sindhuja, Nirmalamma and Chi. Guru Dutt play supporting roles. It was released on 14 April 1993, Puthandu.
Ganapathi, credited as Ganeshkar, is a Tamil comedian actor who prominently plays supporting roles. Appearing in many Tamil films (Kollywood), he is also a host for Super 10 on Sun TV in Chennai. He took part in Kalaignar TV's dance show, Maanada Mayilada, with Aarthi whom he married. They won 500,000 Indian Rupees as a 2nd prize.
Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal is a 1989 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film, written and directed by K. Balachander. The film stars Rahman and Geetha, with Sowcar Janaki, Jayachitra, Janagaraj and Sithara in supporting roles. It was released on 28 October 1989. The film won a Filmfare Award South, and two Tamil Nadu State Film Awards.
Velmurugan Thangasamy Manohar, professionally credited as Charle, is an Indian actor who works in Tamil cinema. He has acted in more than 800 Tamil films as a comedian and supporting actor. He was named after the English comedian Charlie Chaplin.
Anand is a 1986 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Singeetham Srinivasa Rao. It stars Shiva Rajkumar and Sudha Rani with both making their debuts. The film went on to be a huge success running for 38 weeks.
Chitnahalli Udayashankar was an Indian lyricist and dialogue writer in the Kannada film industry for over three decades, who penned more than 3000 songs for films and devotional songs. His dialogues, screenplay and lyrics were instrumental in the success of many movies of Rajkumar. Udayashankar received four Karnataka State Film Award for Best Dialogue and two Karnataka State Film Award for Best Screenplay. He was the son of lyricist Chi. Sadashivaiah. His son Chi. Guru Dutt is an actor and director in Kannada and Tamil feature films.
Belli Kalungura is a 1992 Indian Kannada language film directed by K. V. Raju, starring Sunil and Malashri. The supporting cast features Tara, Chi. Guru Dutt, Avinash, Doddanna, Rockline Venkatesh and Girija Lokesh. The music was composed by Hamsalekha, also writing lyrics to four of its soundtracks. The film was a success during its time and is seen as a milestone in the career of Malashri, who would go on to appear in many successful films in the 1990s.
Mysore Srinivas, known by his stage name Thoogudeepa Srinivas was an Indian actor who appeared in Kannada films and is remembered for his portrayal of negative-shaded characters. He is the father of actor, Darshan and film director Dinakar.
R. Dilip was an Indian actor who starred in Tamil, Kannada, Telugu and Malayalam films.
Aryan is a 2014 Indian Kannada-language sports drama film. Initially directed by Late D. Rajendra Babu, who died while filming half-way, the responsibility of directing the film went to Chi Guru Dutt. The film was produced by Dhruv Das under the banner Dreamweaver Entertainment and stars Shiva Rajkumar and Ramya.
Thalapathy Dinesh is an Indian action choreographer who works mainly in Tamil cinema. He started his career in the cinema as an extra fighter in Naan Sigappu Manithan and later he became as a stunt master and actor. Stunt masters like Stun Siva, Peter Hein, Anal Arasu, Rajasekhar, Hari Dinesh, Pradeep Dinesh, Supreme Sundar, Vicky and Theeppori Nithya have worked as fighters and assistants to him. His sons Hari Dinesh and Pradeep Dinesh are also stunt masters.
Jaga Mechhida Huduga is a 1993 Indian Kannada-language romance film, directed by H. R. Bhargava. The story is based on the novel Nishaanth, by Sai Suthe. The film stars Shiva Rajkumar, Srinath, Raagini, Lakshmi and Tiger Prabhakar. The film was widely appreciated for its songs and story upon release. Added to Shivaraj kumar successful movies and celebrated 100 days. The songs composed by Rajan–Nagendra duo were huge hits.
Shankar Guru is a 1978 Indian Kannada-language action thriller film directed by V. Somashekhar, written by Chi. Udayashankar and produced by Parvathamma Rajkumar under the banner of Dakshayini Combines. It stars Rajkumar in the lead role alongside Jayamala, Padmapriya, Kanchana, Balakrishna, Vajramuni, Thoogudeepa Srinivas and Uma Shivakumar in supporting roles. Rajkumar appears in a triple role in the film — as a father and his two sons separated in childhood.
Ananda Jyothi is a 1993 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by Chi. Datta Raj and based on the novel Maangalya Maale by Kakolu Saroja Rao. The film starred Shiva Rajkumar and Sudharani. The film had a musical score by Vijay Anand and was jointly produced by Rockline Venkatesh and Chi Guru Dutt.
Durga Prabha, known by her stage name, Hema Chaudhary is an Indian actress who has predominantly acted in Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam and Tamil films. Starting her career as a lead actress in the Telugu film Pelli Kani Pelli in 1976, she switched over to supporting roles in the 1980s.
Halli Rambhe Belli Bombe is a 1991 Indian Kannada-language romantic comedy film directed by M. S. Rajashekar, based on the 1988 Tamil film Manamagale Vaa and produced by M. P. Shankar. The film stars Malashri and Chi. Guru Dutt. The film had cinematography by V. K. Kannan and the dialogues and lyrics are written by Chi. Udaya Shankar who also enacted in a supporting role. The film's music was composed by Upendra Kumar.
Mysore Lokesh was an Indian actor in the Kannada film industry. His films include Bandhana (1984), Gajapathi Garvabhanga (1989), S. P. Sangliyana Part 2 (1990), Mathe Haditu Kogile (1990). He did comedic and villainous roles in most films.