Avinash
**Avinash Yelandur** (born 22 December 1959), widely known simply as **Avinash**, is a highly acclaimed Indian actor who works predominantly in Kannada and Tamil cinema. Renowned for his authentic portrayals of complex characters, commanding screen presence, and incredible versatility, he is one of the most sought-after and respected supporting actors in South India.
Born in the town of Yelandur in the Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka, Avinash initially pursued a career in academia. After earning a Master's degree in English Literature from the University of Mysore, he taught English as a lecturer at the National Institute of Engineering in Mysore and MES College in Bangalore. However, his deep passion for the performing arts led him to train in acting at the Mermaid Theatre in London. Upon returning to India, he became a prominent figure in Kannada theatre, working closely with B. Jayashree's troupe "Spandana" and Shankar Nag's renowned "Sanketh".
Avinash transitioned to the silver screen in the mid-1980s and gradually built a monumental filmography of over 400 films across a career spanning nearly four decades. While he appeared in several films early on, he garnered immense critical acclaim for his nuanced performances in parallel and character-driven cinema. His exceptional performance in T. N. Seetharam's *Mathadana* (2001) won him the prestigious Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor. He also earned widespread praise for his work in critically acclaimed classics like *Dweepa* (2002), *Singaaravva* (2003), and *Chigurida Kanasu* (2003).
In the mainstream space, Avinash achieved massive commercial success and broader popularity for his pivotal roles in P. Vasu's blockbuster horror franchise, playing the role of Acharya Ramachandra Shastri in the Kannada hit *Apthamitra* (2004) and its sequel *Aptharakshaka* (2010), as well as featuring in the Tamil phenomenon *Chandramukhi* (2005). His performance in *Aptharakshaka* earned him a Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. He has consistently adapted to the changing eras of Sandalwood, delivering standout performances in modern hits like *Ugramm* (2014), *K.G.F: Chapter 1* (2018), and the emotional drama *Sapta Sagaradaache Ello* (2023).
Beyond cinema, he is a familiar face on television, most notably starring in the iconic Kannada soap opera *Mayamruga*. It was on the sets of this series that he met his future wife, popular actress and television personality Malavika Avinash, whom he married in 2001. In recognition of his immense contributions to cinema and culture, he was honored with the Rajyotsava Award by the Government of Karnataka.
Fotos
Películas (235)
Father
2026
Brindavihari
2026
Mookuthi Amman 2
2026
Sardar 2
2026 · Agent 'Chetta' Victor
Detective Teekshanaa
2026
Achyuta Avataaram
2026 · Madan Master
Balaramana Dinagalu
2026 · Colonel Deviah
Ustaad Bhagat Singh
2026 · Miya Bhai
Rehna Nahi Bin Tere
2025
Flirt
2025
I Am God
2025
Aaryan
2025 · Ravi Chakrapani
Kothalavadi
2025
Vaamana
2025
Forest
2025
Rudra Garuda Purana
2025
Samarthya
2024
Bhairathi Ranagal
2024 · Khandre
Bagheera
2024 · Ramakanth Appayya
Juni
2024
Theedhum Soodhum Endhan Mugavari
2023
Tantiram
2023 · Adhiban
Sapta Sagaradaache Ello – Side A
2023 · Shankare Gowda
Sheela
2023
Yadha Yadha Hi
2023 · Avinash Bhat
Kabzaa
2023
19.20.21
2023
Love Birds
2023
Suvarna Sundari
2023 · Raja Ram Bahadur
Connect
2022 · Father Alex
Sardar
2022 · Agent 'Chetta' Victor
Champion
2022
James
2022
Akhanda
2021 · Akhanda and Murali's father
Border
2021
Premam Poojyam
2021
Yuvarathnaa
2021 · Jaipal
ACT-1978
2020 · Chief Minister
LAW
2020
Shivaji Surathkal: The Case of Ranagiri Rahasya
2020 · Rajeev Ravi
Mounam
2020
Mathe Udbhava
2020
Katha Sangama
2019
Ellidde Illi Tanaka
2019
Adhyaksha In America
2019
Pailwaan
2019 · Rukmini's Father
Kurukshetra
2019 · Gandhara Raja Subala
Dasharatha
2019
Arishadvarga
2019 · Manjunath Bhat
Neeya 2
2019
Prema Antha Easy Kadu
2019
Natasaarvabhowma
2019
Orange
2018
Vaasu Naan Pakka Commercial
2018
Amma I Love You
2018
Gultoo
2018 · Circle Inspector Avinash
Brihaspathi
2018
Athiratha
2017
Upendra Matte Baa
2017 · Rudraraju
Raju Gari Gadhi 2
2017 · Priest
Bharjari
2017
Raaga
2017
Raajakumara
2017 · Jagadish
Eradane Sala
2017
Hebbuli
2017 · ACP Prathap
Jaguar
2016 · College Principal
Kotigobba 2
2016 · Land Owner
Santheyalli Nintha Kabira
2016 · Kabir's father
Lakshmana
2016
Akira
2016
Shivalinga
2016 · Krishna Bhatta, Sangeetha's father
Jessie
2016
Bullet Rani
2016 · Rajesh
Moondraam Ullaga Por
2016 · Subramaniam
Gethu
2016 · Craig's Boss
Ouija
2015 · Iliyas
Mr. Airavata
2015 · Commissioner
Vajrakaya
2015
Ranna
2015 · Udaya Chandra
Mrugashira
2015
Rana Vikrama
2015 · Kusti Ranganna
Sandamarutham
2015
Killadi
2015 · SP Easwarapandiyan
Yennai Arindhaal
2015 · Hemanika's father
Meaghamann
2014 · Avinash Bhote (Knight)
Namo Bhootatma
2014 · Karadi Shivanna
Power
2014 · Bharath's Higher Officer and Prasanthi's father
Ragini IPS
2014 · Hiremath
Maanikya
2014
Ugramm
2014 · Shivarudra Lingaiah
Ninnindale
2014 · Venktaesh
Veeram
2014 · Aavudaiyappan
Victory
2013 · DCP Rajendra
Jinke Mari
2013
Madarangi
2013
Udhayam NH4
2013 · Avinash Patel
CID Eesha
2013
Sagar
2012
Romeo
2012
Anna Bond
2012 · Major Chandrakanth
Dashamukha
2012
Rajapattai
2011 · Dakshinamoorthy's Son
Paramathma
2011
Hudugaru
2011 · Paramashiva Murthy
Doubles
2011 · Louie
Sanju Weds Geetha
2011
Prince
2011 · Hemanth
Siruthai
2011 · Bavuji
Nagavalli
2010 · Acharya Ramachandra
Modalasala
2010 · Karthik's Father
Shourya
2010
Mr. Theertha
2010
Punda
2010
Nannavanu
2010
Prithvi
2010
Premisum
2010
Aptharakshaka
2010 · Ramachand Acharya
Porki
2010
School Master
2010
Devaru Kotta Tangi
2009
Kabaddi
2009
Yodha
2009
Aa Okkadu
2009
Nanda
2009
Circus
2009
Kempa
2009 · Shetty
Moggina Manasu
2008
Indra
2008
krishna
2007
Hudugaata
2007
Soundarya
2007
Madurai Veeran
2007 · Vishvanathan
Lakshmi Kalyanam
2007 · Chalamayya
Thayiya Madilu
2007
Poi
2006 · Valluvan
Tananam Tananam
2006
Vattaram
2006 · Karuppusamy
Thangigagi
2006 · ACP Chandrashekhar
Sirivantha
2006
Jothe Jotheyali
2006
Kadhale En Kadhale
2006 · Mahendran
Dattha
2006
Chellata
2006
Paramasivan
2006 · DGP Rajasekar
Cyanide
2006
Pandu Ranga Vittala
2005
Amrithadhare
2005
Swamy
2005 · Aravinda Desai
Namma Basava
2005
Auto Shankar
2005
Deadly Soma
2005
Valmiki
2005
Sye
2005 · Sivaji
Aakash
2005
Chandramukhi
2005 · Ramachandra Acharya
Rakshasa
2005
Aadi
2005
Ayya
2005
Rishi
2005
Jyeshta
2004
Kalasipalya
2004
Kanti
2004 · SP Avinash
Durgi
2004 · Teacher
Avale Nanna Gelathi
2004
Veera Kannadiga
2004
Mani
2003
Daasa
2003
Thirumalai
2003 · Shwetha Father
Chigurida Kanasu
2003 · Shanubhoga Rangaraya
Khushi
2003 · Durga Prasad
Vikram
2003
Sri Ram
2003
Thayi Illada Thabbali
2003
Preethisle Beku
2003 · Inspector Amarasimha
Kushalave Kshemave
2003
Kiccha
2003 · Chief Minister
Raja Narasimha
2003
The Island
2002 · Ganapa
Dhruva
2002
Ninagagi
2002 · Dr. Subramanya
Appu
2002 · Police Comisssioner / Suchithra's Father
Kotigobba
2001
Huccha
2001 · Kiccha's Brother
Mathadana
2001 · Puttathammayya
Vande Matharam
2001
Yajamana
2000 · Devaraj
Preethsu Thappenilla
2000
Chamundi
2000
Patela
1999
Hrudaya Hrudaya
1999
Gadibidi Krishna
1998
Jungle Boy
1998 · Sanjay
Jackie Chan
1997
Yuddha
1997
Huliya
1996
Beladingala Baale
1995 · Prabhakaran
Kidnap
1995
Kiladigalu
1994
Lockup Death
1994
Alexander
1994
Swathi
1994
Chinnari Mutha
1993 · Saavanth
Akasmika
1993 · Reggie
Bombaat Huduga
1993
Nishkarsha
1993 · Ramakrishna
Sangharsha
1993
Belli Modagalu
1992
Goonda Rajya
1992
Belli Kalungura
1992
Gopi Krishna
1992
Chithralekha
1992
Ranachandi
1991
Veerappan
1991
C.B.I Shiva
1991
Garuda Dhwaja
1991
Poli Kitty
1990
Swarna Samsara
1990
S. P. Sangliyana Part 2
1990
Mathsara
1990
Uthkarsha
1990
Inspector Vikram
1989 · Rao
Yuddha Kaanda
1989
Deva
1989
Tarka
1989 · Inspector Cowry
C.B.I Shankar
1989 · Vikram
Daada
1988
Samyuktha
1988 · Gopal Rao
Aapadbandhava
1987
Madhavacharya
1986
27 Mavalli Circle
1986 · P. R. Arun Kumar
Kurka
Laila's Sweet Dream
Inspector Siva
Daiji
One and a half
· Balvanth Singh
