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Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Gender

Male

Birthday

1972-05-05

Place of Birth

Tumkur, Karnataka, India

Sharath Lohitashwa

Biography

**Sharath Lohitashwa** (born 5 May 1972) is a veteran Indian actor who works predominantly in Kannada and Tamil cinema, alongside prominent appearances in Telugu and Malayalam films. Celebrated for his booming baritone voice, imposing screen presence, and intense performances, he has established himself as one of South Indian cinema's most formidable antagonists and respected character actors. Born in Bengaluru, Karnataka, Sharath hails from an illustrious artistic family as the son of the legendary Kannada theatre artist, playwright, and character actor Lohitashwa. Having earned a Master of Arts in English from Bangalore University, he spent his formative years immersed in Bengaluru's vibrant stage scene. He worked extensively with renowned Kannada theatre groups such as Samudaya, Nataranga, and Sanket, honing his vocal modulation, diction, and dramatic craft before moving on to television serials directed by luminaries like T. N. Seetharam and Chidanand. He made his entry into feature films in the late 1990s, gradually building a reputation for playing complex, authoritative, and villainous roles. His career trajectory shifted dramatically with his breakthrough performance in the critically acclaimed crime drama *Aa Dinagalu* (2007), where his chilling portrayal of the real life underworld don Kotwal Ramachandra earned him massive critical praise and the South Indian International Movie Award (SIIMA) recognition. Following this milestone, Sharath became one of the most sought-after villains across South India. In Kannada cinema, he delivered commanding performances in blockbuster and critically acclaimed films such as *Sanju Weds Geetha* (2011), *Sarathi* (2011), *Tagaru* (2018), and *Bhairathi Ranagal* (2024). He also achieved immense success in Tamil cinema, making an explosive debut as the fearsome local don Varadhan in Vetrimaaran's classic *Aadukalam* (2011). His standout antagonistic performances in Tamil films such as *Ethir Neechal* (2013), *Pandiya Naadu* (2013), *Komban* (2015), and *Mersal* (2017) made him a household face for Tamil audiences. With a prolific career spanning well over a hundred films across multiple languages, he continues to be an integral, powerhouse performer in contemporary South Indian cinema.

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Sengalam

Sengalam

To take revenge, Rayar and his two brothers are on a ruthless killing spree. At the same time, a family ruling Virudhunagar corporation for 40 years is facing turmoil and their throne is being challenged.

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All Pass

All Pass

Three families from different parts of North Chennai come together through circumstances and, despite financial struggles, decide to live under one roof in Sathya Nagar. Their friendship grows into a close-knit bond, with the three families living like one. But when a conflict threatens this unity and puts their relationships at risk, they must face its consequences and decide whether their bond can survive.

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Jinke Mari

Jinke Mari

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GST

GST

After his mother's death, "unlucky" Lucky meets helpful ghosts and falls for Nidhi. Learning the ghosts died in a financial crisis, he aids their peace by joining their bank heist plan.

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Mass Jathara

Mass Jathara

A transport officer battles a violent drug lord and his criminal clan.

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Onti

Onti

Onti, a carefree young man, catches the eye of a gangster, Silk after he saves Paaru from him. In retaliation, Silk murders Onti's dear friend which sets Onti on the path of revenge.

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Aravinda Sametha... Veera Raghava

Aravinda Sametha... Veera Raghava

A young scion of a powerful family with a long history of violence decides to put an end to the bloodshed which leads him to a path of self discovery.

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Ulkuthu

Ulkuthu

A stranger comes to a coastal village and gets into a tiff with the local gangster and his son.

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Border Diaries

Border Diaries

Set in an industrial area on the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border, the story explores the lives of people working there and focuses on emotional borders, love, morality, and survival.

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Thirunaal

Thirunaal

An underling of a gangster decides to turn over a new leaf, but will his violent past let him do so?

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Ethir Neechal

Ethir Neechal

Kunchithapatham's unique name becomes the butt of joke and ridicule for others. He relates his failures to his name and wants to change it. He meets an astrologer who is popular in giving fancy names that could bring luck to people. His named his changed to Harish and soon after his luck changes.

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Hayagrriva

Hayagrriva

Hayagrriva is a gritty medical thriller following detective Arjun as he investigates a string of bizarre murders featuring animal-hybrid victims. As public panic climbs, he must track down a brilliant, mythologically obsessed psychopath using advanced surgical science to play God, while desperately trying to save his own family.

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Velaikkaran

Velaikkaran

An enterprising youngster in a slum wants his people to lead a life of dignity, but has to take on an ambitious capitalist, who only wants to dominate his field.

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Punda

Punda

A young man from a middle class family dreams of owning a motorbike and buys one when his father gives him money to start a business. His life takes a turn when goons steal his prized possession.

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Pandiya Naadu

Pandiya Naadu

Sivakumar is a timid young man, with a loving family in Madurai. His brother, a government official, earns the wrath of Simmakkal Ravi, the all-powerful gangster in the city. When he is murdered, Sivakumar and his father Kalayanasundaram plan to take revenge, in their own separate ways.

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