Acting
Ramesh Bhat
**Ramesh Bhat** (born 7 January 1946) is a highly respected Indian actor and director who works predominantly in Kannada cinema and television. With a prolific career spanning several decades, he has appeared in over 300 films, establishing himself as a beloved character actor known for his versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles. Born in Kundapur, Karnataka, Bhat developed a passion for acting early in life. During the 1960s and 1970s, he worked extensively with prominent theater groups such as Spandana, Nataranga, and Benaka. His time in theater led to a close and enduring association with the legendary filmmaker Shankar Nag. Bhat entered Kannada cinema playing a senior police officer in Shankar Nag's *Minchina Ota*. This creative partnership flourished, resulting in his iconic work as an actor and assistant director on the classic television series *Malgudi Days*. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, he delivered standout performances in landmark films like *Nodi Swamy Navirodu Hige*, *Ganeshana Maduve*, and *Ganesha Subramanya*. He also directed the 1985 film *Parameshi Prema Prasanga*, which was nominated for a National Award. Bhat has remained a vital presence in contemporary Sandalwood, taking on acclaimed supporting roles in modern hits such as *Sarkari Hi. Pra. Shaale, Kasaragodu, Koduge: Ramanna Rai*. His immense contributions to Kannada culture and cinema have been heavily recognized. He was honored with the prestigious Karnataka Rajyotsava Award in 2010, and he won the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in *Mana Manthana* (2015).
Filmography
Hayagrriva
Film · 2026
College Kalavida
Film · 2026
Saara Vajra
Film · 2022
Dr. 56
Film · 2022
Kavacha
Film · 2019
Kurukshetra
Film · 2019
Aa Drushya
Film · 2019
Shivu Paru
Film · 2018
Sarkari. Hi. Pra. Shale Kasaragodu
Film · 2018
Krishnatulasi
Film · 2018
Ayana
Film · 2017
March 22
Film · 2017
Badmaash
Film · 2016
Naani
Film · 2016
Prema Geema Jane Do
Film · 2016
Minchagi Nee Baralu
Film · 2015
Bullet Basya
Film · 2015
Belli
Film · 2014
Huccha Venkat
Film · 2014
Ragini IPS
Film · 2014
Adhyaksha
Film · 2014
Prasad
Film · 2012
Alemari
Film · 2012
Chingari
Film · 2012
Godfather
Film · 2012
Dashamukha
Film · 2012
Snehitaru
Film · 2012
Johny Mera Naam Preethi Mera Kaam
Film · 2011
Raajadhaani
Film · 2011
Kal Manja
Film · 2011
Prince
Film · 2011
Prithvi
Film · 2010
Shourya
Film · 2010
Nannavanu
Film · 2010
Ghauttham
Film · 2009
Yodha
Film · 2009
Namyajamanru
Film · 2009
Bhagyada Balegara
Film · 2009
Mr. Garagasa
Film · 2008
Ganesha Matthe Banda
Film · 2008
Rocky
Film · 2008
Indra
Film · 2008
Gange Baare Thunge Baare
Film · 2008
Ekadanta
Film · 2007
#73, Shantinivasa
Film · 2007
Ee Preethi Yeke Bhoomi Melide
Film · 2007
Snehana Preethina
Film · 2007
Masti
Film · 2007
Hatavadi
Film · 2006
Julie
Film · 2006
Hetthavara Kanasu
Film · 2006
Jogi
Film · 2005
Magic Ajji
Film · 2005
Varsha
Film · 2005
Yashwanth
Film · 2005
Rakshasa
Film · 2005
Gowramma
Film · 2005
Masala
Film · 2005
Auto Shankar
Film · 2005
Anna Thangi
Film · 2005
Durgi
Film · 2004
Kalasipalya
Film · 2004
Jyeshta
Film · 2004
Baa Baaro Rasika
Film · 2004
Excuse Me
Film · 2003
Khushi
Film · 2003
Laali Haadu
Film · 2003
Preethisle Beku
Film · 2003
Hrudayavantha
Film · 2003
Hollywood
Film · 2002
Balagalittu Olage Baa
Film · 2002
Ninagoskara
Film · 2002
Parva
Film · 2002
Kotigobba
Film · 2001
Jodi
Film · 2001
Nan Hendthi Chennagiddale
Film · 2000
Yajamana
Film · 2000
Soorappa
Film · 2000
Deepavali
Film · 2000
Chamundi
Film · 2000
Suryavamsha
Film · 1999
Yaare Neenu Cheluve
Film · 1998
Preethsod Thappa
Film · 1998
Agni Sakshi
Film · 1998
Gadibidi Krishna
Film · 1998
Mommaga
Film · 1997
Sangliyana Part 3
Film · 1997
Janani Janmabhoomi
Film · 1997
Sipayi
Film · 1996
Gaaya
Film · 1996
Lady Police
Film · 1995
Beladingala Baale
Film · 1995
Urvashi
Film · 1995
Gadibidi Aliya
Film · 1995
Bangarada Kalasha
Film · 1995
Ganeshana Galate
Film · 1995
Rowdy
Film · 1995
Chinna
Film · 1994
Indrana Gedda Narendra
Film · 1994
Kiladigalu
Film · 1994
Kunthi Puthra
Film · 1994
Samrat
Film · 1994
Nishkarsha
Film · 1993
Bhagavan Sri Saibaba
Film · 1993
Sangharsha
Film · 1993
Ganesha Subramanya
Film · 1992
Guru Brahma
Film · 1992
Bombat Hendthi
Film · 1992
Chithralekha
Film · 1992
Gili Bete
Film · 1992
Saptapadi
Film · 1992
Nagu Naguta Nali
Film · 1991
Gauri Ganesha
Film · 1991
Neenu Nakkare Haalu Sakkare
Film · 1991
Jagadeka Veera
Film · 1991
Gruha Pravesha
Film · 1991
Police Matthu Dada
Film · 1991
Shanti Kranti
Film · 1991
Banni Ondsala Nodi
Film · 1991
Gandanige Thakka Hendthi
Film · 1991
Poli Kitty
Film · 1990
Ganeshana Maduve
Film · 1990
Shivashankar
Film · 1990
Mathe Hadithu Kogile
Film · 1990
Ramarajyadalli Rakshasaru
Film · 1990
Hosa Jeevana
Film · 1990
Mathsara
Film · 1990
Idu Saadhya
Film · 1989
Sura Sundaranga
Film · 1989
Hrudaya Geethe
Film · 1989
Maha Yuddha
Film · 1989
Narasimha
Film · 1989
Daada
Film · 1988
Jana Nayaka
Film · 1988
Ramanna Shamanna
Film · 1988
Sowbhagya Lakshmi
Film · 1987
Digvijaya
Film · 1987
Poorna Chandra
Film · 1987
Shubha Milana
Film · 1987
Malgudi Days
Series · 1987
Parameshi Prema Prasanga
Film · 1985
Accident
Film · 1984
Nodi Swamy Navirodu Heege
Film · 1983
Anveshane
Film · 1983
Geetha
Film · 1981
Minchina Ota
Film · 1980
Abachurina Post Office
Film · 1973