
Dwarakish
- Date of Birth: 1942-08-19
- Date of Death: 2024-04-16
- Place of Birth: Hunasur, Mysore
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... 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.

Apthamitra
Drama, Horror, Thriller • 2004 August

Doorada Betta
Family, Drama • 1973 August

Asadhya Aliya
Family, Drama • 1979 March

C.I.D. Rajanna
Family, Drama • 1970 October

Preethi Madu Thamashe Nodu
Family, Drama • 1979 August

Lakshadheeshwara
Family, Drama • 1968 October

Sahodarara Savaal
Family, Drama • 1977 September

Sri Krishna Rukmini Sathyabhama
• 1971 December

Point Parimala
Family, Drama • 1980 January

Kiladi Jodi
Action, Drama, Family • 1978 September