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).
Fotos
Películas (154)
College Kalavida
2026
Hayagrriva
2026
Dr. 56
2022
Saara Vajra
2022
Aa Drushya
2019
Kurukshetra
2019 · Vidura
Kavacha
2019 · Ramesh
Sarkari. Hi. Pra. Shale Kasaragodu
2018 · Ananth Padmanabha M
Shivu Paru
2018 · Village Head Jayasihhma
Krishnatulasi
2018 · Father
Ayana
2017 · Aditya's father
March 22
2017
Badmaash
2016
Prema Geema Jane Do
2016
Naani
2016
Minchagi Nee Baralu
2015
Bullet Basya
2015
Huccha Venkat
2014
Belli
2014
Adhyaksha
2014 · Chandru's father
Ragini IPS
2014
Dilwala
2013
Victory
2013
Jinke Mari
2013
Snehitaru
2012
Godfather
2012
Dashamukha
2012
Prasad
2012
Alemari
2012
Chingari
2012 · Geetha's father
Johny Mera Naam Preethi Mera Kaam
2011
Raajadhaani
2011
Prince
2011 · Police Commissioner
Kal Manja
2011
Shourya
2010
Nannavanu
2010
Prithvi
2010
Kolminchu
2010
Bhagyada Balegara
2009
Yodha
2009
Ghauttham
2009
Namyajamanru
2009
Rocky
2008 · Usha's father
Ganesha Matthe Banda
2008
Indra
2008
Gange Baare Thunge Baare
2008
Mr. Garagasa
2008 · Dr Karanth
Ee Preethi Yeke Bhoomi Melide
2007
Snehana Preethina
2007
#73, Shantinivasa
2007
Masti
2007
Ekadanta
2007
Julie
2006
Hatavadi
2006
Hetthavara Kanasu
2006
Anna Thangi
2005
Auto Shankar
2005
Jogi
2005 · Madesha's father
Masala
2005
Magic Ajji
2005
Gowramma
2005
Varsha
2005
Rakshasa
2005
Yashwanth
2005
Jyeshta
2004
Kalasipalya
2004
Baa Baaro Rasika
2004
Durgi
2004 · Father of Durgi
Excuse Me
2003
Khushi
2003
Hrudayavantha
2003
Preethisle Beku
2003
Laali Haadu
2003
Hollywood
2002 · Melukote Seenu (Voice)
Ninagoskara
2002
Parva
2002
Balagalittu Olage Baa
2002
Jodi
2001
Kotigobba
2001
Premakke Sai
2001
Yajamana
2000 · Ramesha
Nan Hendthi Chennagiddale
2000
Deepavali
2000
Chamundi
2000
Soorappa
2000
Suryavamsha
1999 · Padma's father
Preethsod Thappa
1998
Gadibidi Krishna
1998
Agni Sakshi
1998
Yaare Neenu Cheluve
1998
Sangliyana Part 3
1997
Janani Janmabhoomi
1997
Mommaga
1997
Gaaya
1996
Sipayi
1996
Urvashi
1995
Beladingala Baale
1995 · James
Lady Police
1995
Ganeshana Galate
1995 · Policy Agent Bhatta
Bangarada Kalasha
1995
Gadibidi Aliya
1995
Rowdy
1995
Kiladigalu
1994
Indrana Gedda Narendra
1994
Samrat
1994
Chinna
1994
Kunthi Puthra
1994
Bhagavan Sri Saibaba
1993
Nishkarsha
1993 · Gundanna
Sangharsha
1993
Guru Brahma
1992
Gili Bete
1992
Ganesha Subramanya
1992 · Subramanya
Bombat Hendthi
1992
Chithralekha
1992
Saptapadi
1992 · Sharma
Police Matthu Dada
1991
Gauri Ganesha
1991 · Madhusudan
Jagadeka Veera
1991
Gruha Pravesha
1991
Shanti Kranti
1991
Banni Ondsala Nodi
1991
Neenu Nakkare Haalu Sakkare
1991
Gandanige Thakka Hendthi
1991
Nagu Naguta Nali
1991
Mathe Hadithu Kogile
1990 · Gopal
Ekalavya
1990
Hosa Jeevana
1990
Aavesha
1990 · CBI officer Prajwal Kumar
Poli Kitty
1990
Ramarajyadalli Rakshasaru
1990
Shivashankar
1990
Mathsara
1990
Ganeshana Maduve
1990 · Shastri
Narasimha
1989
Maha Yuddha
1989
Sura Sundaranga
1989
Hrudaya Geethe
1989
Idu Saadhya
1989 · Range
Daada
1988
Ramanna Shamanna
1988
Jana Nayaka
1988
Shubha Milana
1987
Digvijaya
1987 · Soorappa Nayak
Sowbhagya Lakshmi
1987 · Gundurao
Poorna Chandra
1987 · Raghu
Naa Ninna Preethisuve
1986 · Mallesh
Parameshi Prema Prasanga
1985 · Parameshi, Director, Producer
Accident
1984 · Inspector Rao, Assistant Director
Nodi Swamy Navirodu Heege
1983 · Kallesh Nuggehalli, Producer
Anveshane
1983
Geetha
1981 · Satish
Minchina Ota
1980 · Inspector Nayak
Abachurina Post Office
1973 · Naani
