Veteran Kannada actor, producer and director Bungle Shama Rao Dwarakanath, popularly known as Dwarakish, passed away on Tuesday following a cardiac arrest. He was 81 and breathed his last in Bengaluru.
Rajinikanth took to his X (formerly known as Twitter) handle to mourn the loss of his ‘dear friend’. He called Dwarakish’s sudden demise ‘painful’ and paid condolences to latter’s family. “The demise of my long time dear friend Dwarakesh is very painful to me..starting his career as a comedian, he raised himself up to being a big producer and director.. fond memories come to my mind..my heartfelt condolences to his family and dear ones (sic),” his post read.
The demise of my long time dear friend Dwarakesh is very painful to me..starting his career as a comedian, he raised himself up to being a big producer and director.. fond memories come to my mind..my heartfelt condolences to his family and dear ones..— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) April 16, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his grief over the demise of the veteran actor. He wrote, “Dwarakish Ji’s contributions to the film industry are immense, spanning decades of unforgettable performances and groundbreaking films. His ability to captivate audiences and support young talent gave a glimpse of his multifaceted role in shaping Kannada cinema. Saddened by his passing away. We will always remember his extraordinary journey. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.”
Dwarakish Ji’s contributions to the film industry are immense, spanning decades of unforgettable performances and groundbreaking films. His ability to captivate audiences and support young talent gave a glimpse of his multifaceted role in shaping Kannada cinema. Saddened by his…— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 16, 2024
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said that the late actor brought life to roles as a comedian, hero and supporting actor. Former Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy said that Dwarakish’s service to the Kannada film industry as a producer and director is “unforgettable”. “He was an asset to Kannada cinema due to his versatile talent, who acted with great actors like Dr Rajkumar, Dr Vishnuvardhan and Ambareesh”, Kumaraswamy wrote.
Born on August 19, 1942, at Hunsur in Mysuru district, Dwarakish was best known for his comedy roles. A diploma holder in mechanical engineering, Dwarakish made his debut in the tinsel town in 1966 by co-producing a “Mamatheya Bandhana” under the banner of Thunga Pictures. However, he rose to fame after he was widely appreciated as a producer with his movie “Mayor Muthanna” starring Kannada matinee idol Dr Rajkumar and Bharathi in the lead roles.
During his career, Dwarakish acted in about 100 films and produced and directed around 50 movies. He was also the man who introduced noted Hindi playback singer Kishore Kumar to the Kannada film industry with the song ‘Aadu Aata Aadu’.
(With inputs from PTI)
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