Sharath Lohithaswa
Sharatchandra Lohithaswa (born 5 May 1972),[2] known popularly as Sharath Lohithaswa, is an Indian actor mostly known for his work in Kannada and Tamil films. He has had a successful career in theatre, where he continues to work, and television. After working as a lecturer for a brief period, Sharath took to acting as a full-time profession and worked on stage following the footsteps of his father Lohithaswa. He began working in films in 1995 and has today established himself as a character actor.[3]
Sharath Lohithaswa | |
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| Born | Sharatchandra Lohithaswa[1] 5 May 1972 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1995-2022 |
| Parent |
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Early life
Sharath had an inclination towards cricket and theatre as a child, and "dramatise[d] Bhagat Singh on stage when in school." He "used to read a lot of plays written by people like Kambar" and rated himself as a "fairly good singer too."[4] He accompanied his father Lohithaswa, to his rehearsals for plays, and also took part in "many stage and radio plays before doing amateur theatre in Bengaluru."[3] This led his father Lohithaswa to suggest that Sharath take English-language as his graduation subject. Sharath also obtained a master's degree in English from Bangalore's National College, where he also went on to work as lecturer.[4]
Career
After a while, "boredom and monotony" led Sharath to quit and taking to acting as a full-time profession starting with stage. He performed in Vasamsi Jirnani, based on a Marathi-language play, and Nanna Thangige Ondu Gandu Kodi among others. His made his film debut playing a bit part in M. S. Sathyu's non-commercial film, and his commercial film debut with Huliya (1996).[3] In an interview to Deccan Herald in 2003, he recalled, "I was offered the role of Huliya for which I was supposed to sport a funny haircut. After that, I could not go into teaching again. The roles that I was offered after Huliya were repetitive. I got fed up. Fortunately or unfortunately, I met with an accident and was forced to off work for at least two to three years. Godhuli came as a major break in my career." He received appreciation for his role as Cheluvanayaka in Chi. Guru Dutt's Godhuli, also fetching him the Aryabhata Award.[1] While he began working in films starting in 1995, it was television that gave him recognition. He appeared in Sathyu's Khayar and Poli Kitty.[4] Work in Kicchu and Chidambara Rahasya led him to become a popular face in Kannada television.[5]
In films, Sharath was cast as Kotwal Ramachandra in Aa Dinagalu (2007), a performance that received praise. R. G. Vijayasarathy of Rediff.com called his performance "wonderful".[6] He received multiple awards for his performance,[7] including the South Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor.[8]
Sharath's debut in Tamil films came with Ethir Neechal.[4] He appeared in other Kannada films such as Sanju Weds Geetha (2011) and Bheema Theeradalli (2012). He is known mostly for portrayal of villainous roles in the South Indian films.[9] For his performance in Matthe Satyagraha (2014), he received the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor.[3]
Filmography
| Year | Film | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Huliya | Raama | Kannada | |
| Police Story | Dharma | Kannada | ||
| 1999 | Durga Shakthi | Shivmuttu | Kannada | |
| 2003 | Paris Pranaya | Kannada | ||
| Huchana Maduveli Undone Jaana | Kannada | |||
| Singaaravva | Kannada | |||
| Khaki | Kannada | |||
| Daasa | Kannada | |||
| 2004 | Monda | Kannada | ||
| Sarvabhouma | Wasim Akram | Kannada | ||
| Jyeshta | Bhadra | Kannada | ||
| 2005 | Giri | Kannada | ||
| 2006 | Suntaragaali | Kannada | ||
| Kallarali Hoovagi | Palanayaka | Kannada | ||
| 2007 | Aa Dinagalu | Kotwal Ramachandra | Kannada | |
| Janapada | Kannada | |||
| Ondu Preethiya Kathe | Kannada | |||
| 2008 | Mandakini | Kannada | ||
| Bidda | Kannada | |||
| Arjun | Naga | Kannada | ||
| Yuga Yugagale Sagali | Kannada | |||
| 2009 | Kencha | Kannada | ||
| Nanda | Kannada | |||
| Ninnalle | Kannada | |||
| Raam | Chikkamallayya | Kannada | ||
| Hatrick Hodi Maga | Kapali | Kannada | ||
| 2010 | Gandedhe | Kannada | ||
| Punda | Bhoja | Kannada | ||
| Porki | Kannada | |||
| Thamassu | Kannada | |||
| Gundragovi | Kannada | |||
| Jugari | Kannada | |||
| Meshtru | Kannada | |||
| Nanjanagoodu Nanjunda | Kannada | |||
| Vichithra Premi | Kannada | |||
| 2011 | Manasina Maathu | Kannada | ||
| Suicide | Kannada | |||
| Sanju Weds Geetha | Prakash | Kannada | ||
| Rajadhani | Manohar | Kannada | ||
| Saarathi | Kannada | |||
| Vishnu | Kannada | |||
| 2012 | Bheema Theeradalli | Mallappa | Kannada | |
| Cyber Yugadol Nava Yuva Madhura Prema Kavyam | Kannada | |||
| Edegarike | Kannada | |||
| Gavipura | Kannada | |||
| Parie | Kannada | |||
| Sagar | Kannada | |||
| Shakti | Betappa | Kannada | ||
| Shikari | Kannada / Malayalam | |||
| 2013 | Varadhanayaka | Kannada | ||
| Gajendra | Kannada | |||
| Jinke Mari | Kannada | |||
| Kumbha Rashi | Kannada | |||
| Khatharnak | Kannada | |||
| Parari | Kannada | |||
| Bangari | Kannada | |||
| Madarangi | Kannada | |||
| Ziddhi | Kannada | |||
| Sweety Nanna Jodi | Kannada | |||
| Sthree Shakthi | Kannada | |||
| Bulbul | Kannada | |||
| Kaddipudi | Shankarappa | Kannada | Nominated, Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada | |
| Dilwala | Kannada | |||
| Tony | Kannada | |||
| Ethir Neechal | Valli's father | Tamil | ||
| Election | Vishwanath | Kannada | ||
| Pandiya Naadu | Simmakal Ravi | Tamil | Nominated–Vijay Award for Best Villain | |
| 2014 | Ambareesha | Kannada | ||
| Power | Minister Narasimha | Kannada | ||
| Rangan Style | Kannada | |||
| Matte Satyagraha | Raje Gowda | Kannada | Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor | |
| Sadagara | Kannada | |||
| Just Love | Dheerendra Gowda | Kannada | ||
| Savaari 2 | Police Commissioner | Kannada | ||
| Nakara | Kannada | |||
| Usirigintha Neene Hattira | Kannada | |||
| Jaggi | Kannada | |||
| Central Jail | Kannada | |||
| Pandya | Kannada | |||
| Thirupathi Express | Kannada | |||
| 2015 | Shivam | Kannada | ||
| DK | MP Shive Gowda | Kannada | ||
| Mutthina Maleyali | Kannada | |||
| Nagaari | Kannada | |||
| Male Nilluvavarege | Kannada | |||
| Rebel | Kannada | |||
| Muraari | Kannada | |||
| Ganga | Kannada | |||
| Kiragoorina Gayyaligalu | Kannada | |||
| Ranna | Veerappa | Kannada | ||
| Massu Engira Masilamani | Anthony | Tamil | ||
| India Pakistan | Sampath | Tamil | ||
| 2016 | Maduveya Mamatheya Kareyole | Kannada | ||
| Preethiyalli Sahaja | Kannada | |||
| Kala Bhairava | Kannada | |||
| Thirunaal | Naaga | Tamil | ||
| Kotigobba 2 / Mudinja Ivana Pudi | Businessman | Kannada / Tamil | ||
| Kaashmora | Minister | Tamil | ||
| 2017 | Bairavaa | Union Minister | Tamil | |
| Chowka | Kannada | |||
| Bangara s/o Bangarada Manushya | Minister | Kannada | ||
| Bongu | Pandian | Tamil | ||
| Sathriyan | Samuthiram | Tamil | ||
| Dada is Back | Delli | Kannada | ||
| Ambar Caterers | Tulu | Tulu film | ||
| Jai Lava Kusa | Misra | Telugu | Telugu film; cameo | |
| Karuppan | Varasanattu Perusu | Tamil | ||
| Sakka Podu Podu Raja | Kasimedu Das | Tamil | ||
| Velaikkaran | Doss | Tamil | ||
| Ulkuthu | Kaaka Mani | Tamil | ||
| 2018 | Churikatte | Anna | Kannada | |
| Dalapathi | Adhipathi | Kannada | ||
| March 22 | Basavana Gowda Patil | Kannada | ||
| Onthara Bannagalu | Kannada | |||
| Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava | Lashma Reddy | Telugu | ||
| The Villain | Ram's Father | Kannada | ||
| 2019 | Bazaar | Yajaman | Kannada | |
| Pailwaan | Boxing Coach Vijayendra | Kannada | ||
| Saaho | Mani | Hindi, Telugu | Partially reshot in Tamil | |
| Bharaate | Kannada | |||
| Odeya | Betappa | Kannada | ||
| 2020 | Bicchugatti: Chapter 1 − Dalvayi Dange | Obanna Nayaka | Kannada | |
| 2021 | Akhanda | Krishnamacharya Perumal, An NIA Officer | Telugu | |
| 2022 | Veerapandiyapuram | Rathnasamy and AKP | Tamil | |
| Bairagee | Minister | Kannada | ||
| Triple Riding | MLA Surappa | Kannada | ||
| 2023 | Vinaro Bhagyamu Vishnu Katha | Rajan, a terrosist | Telugu |
Web series
Awards
This section needs additional citations for verification. (January 2023) |
- 2013: Best Supporting Actor: Matthe Satyagraha
Udaya Sunfeast Awards
- 2008 - Won—Best Villain Award for Aa Dinagalu[11]
Airtel Kasturi Awards
- 2008 - Won—Best Villain Award for Aa Dinagalu[11]
Mysore Minerals' Awards
- 2008 - Won—Best Supporting Actor for Aa Dinagalu[11]
- 2008 - Won—Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor in Kannada cinema for Aa Dinagalu[11][12]
- 2013 - Nominated—Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor - Kannada for Kaddipudi
South Indian International Movie Awards
- 2012: Nominated, Best Actor in a Negative Role – Kannada: Bheema Theeradalli
- 2014: Nominated, Best Actor in a Negative Role – Kannada: Ambareesha
- 2012 - Won—Best Supporting Actor - Kannada: Bheema Theeradalli[13]
Bangalore Times Film Awards 2012
- 2012 - Nominated—Best Actor in a Negative Role for Bheema Theeradalli[14]
References
- ^ a b Srinivasa, Srikanth (25 May 2003). . Deccan Herald. Archived from the original on 20 December 2003. Retrieved 23 September 2020.
- ^ "Sharath Lohitashwa: Movies, Photos, Videos, News, Biography & Birthday". The Times of India. Retrieved 23 September 2020.
- ^ a b c d R, Shilpa Sebastian (24 January 2018). . The Hindu. Archived from the original on 4 April 2018. Retrieved 23 September 2020.
- ^ a b c d Kumar, S. Shiva (5 December 2013). . The Hindu. Archived from the original on 8 December 2013. Retrieved 23 September 2020.
- ^ Rao, A. Varsha (16 June 2018). "Perfecting characters". Deccan Herald. Archived from the original on 25 September 2020.
- ^ Vijayasarathy R. G. (22 October 2007). "Aa Dinagalu is worth a watch". Rediff. Retrieved 23 September 2020.
- ^ . Entertainment News. 24x7filmnews.wordpress.com. 8 October 2008. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 23 September 2020.
- ^ . The Times of India. 15 July 2008. Archived from the original on 12 October 2015. Retrieved 23 September 2020.
- ^ "Sharath Lohithasawa 'Ready to do different roles'". This Week Bangalore. from the original on 3 December 2013. Retrieved 24 November 2013.
- ^ "அரசியல் திரில்லராக உருவாகியுள்ள 'செங்களம்' இணையத் தொடர்! - மார்ச் 24 ஆம் தேதி ஜீ5 தளத்தில் வெளியாகிறது". www.cinemainbox.com (in Tamil). 19 March 2023.
- ^ a b c d "Sharath Lohitashwa achieves a rare feat". Filmysouth.com. Archived from the original on 30 July 2012. Retrieved 24 November 2013.
- ^ . The Times of India. Archived from the original on 3 December 2013. Retrieved 24 November 2013.
- ^ . idlebrain.com. 31 August 2013. Archived from the original on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 2 September 2013.
- ^ "Bangalore Times Film Awards 2012 nominations: Best Actor in a Negative Role". The Times of India. from the original on 2 December 2013. Retrieved 24 November 2013.
External links
- Sharath Lohithaswa at IMDb