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Indian actor (born 1984)

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Chikkanna Chikkanna in 2015 during the filming of Ishtakamya Born (1984-06-22) 22 June 1984 (age 42) Ballahalli, Mysore, Karnataka, India Occupation Actor Years active 2011–present Known for Comedy

**Chikkanna** (born 22 June 1984), is an Indian actor who works in [Kannada cinema](/source/Cinema_of_Karnataka) and appears primarily in comic roles.[1] He made his debut in films with *[Kirataka](/source/Kirataka)* (2011), following which he was recognized for his performances in *[Raja Huli](/source/Raja_Huli)* (2013) and *[Adyaksha](/source/Adyaksha)* (2014).[2] Chikkanna played the lead role for the first time in the film *[Upadhyaksha](/source/Upadhyaksha)* (2024).[3]

## Career

Chikkanna began his acting career in comedy shows in [Mysore](/source/Mysore) with Drishya Kalavide. He then appeared in Comedy Kiladigalu in Zee Kannada, and a Prank Show which aired on [Udaya TV](/source/Udaya_TV). Actor [Yash](/source/Yash_(actor)) noticed his performance at the diamond jubilee celebrations of Kannada cinema and cast him in the 2011 film, *[Kirataka](/source/Kirataka)*. In *[Raja Huli](/source/Raja_Huli)* (2013) and *[Adyaksha](/source/Adyaksha)* (2014), he played roles alongside Yash and [Sharan](/source/Sharan_(actor)). In the 2015 film *[Sharp Shooter](/source/Sharp_Shooter_(film))*, he played alongside [Diganth](/source/Diganth) and wrote the lyrics for the track "Kuntebille".[4]

## Filmography

Key † Denotes films that have not yet been released

Year Film Role Notes Ref. 2011 Kirataka 2012 Lucky Mr. 420 Madesha Villain Snehitaru Harish 2013 Raja Huli Chikka Won—SIIMA Award for Best Comedian Bulbul Rajani Kantha Victory Jinkemari Muddukrishna 2014 Navarangi Anjada Gandu Ramesha Kwatle Satisha Chikkanna Savaari 2 Baasu Ade Hale Kathe Darling Adyaksha Narayana Won—SIIMA Award for Best Comedian Tirupathi Express Malya Just Love 2015 Rudra Tandava Bombay Mittai Sundra Patharagitthi Ranna Lakshmi Narayana Vajrakaya Sapnon Ki Rani Chandrika Bilingual (Kannada, Telugu) Mr. Airavata Ram-Leela Rathavara Mumtaz Bangalore 560023 Mahalinga Sharpshooter Also lyricist for song "Kuntebille" and Singer for "Kannale Mashup" Masterpiece Bruce Lee Won—SIIMA Award for Best Comedian Nominated, IIFA Utsavam Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role 2016 Maduveya Mamatheya Kareyole Mast Mohabbat Whatsapp Love Tyson Thale Bachkolli Powder Hakkolli Indra Lakshmana Jigarthanda Ishtakamya Doddmane Hudga Lavanga Nanna Ninna Prema Kathe Also playback singer Kotigobba 2 Chikkanna Nominated -SIIMA Award for Best Comedian Mudinja Ivana Pudi Saravana Tamil film Happy Birthday 2017 Chowka Manju Style Raja Hebbuli Sundara Raajakumara Chikka Bangara s/o Bangarada Manushya Tiger Bahubali Siliconn City Raj Vishnu Shankar Nag Satya Harishchandra Dodda Jaali Baaru Mattu Poli Hudugaru Mufti Anjani Putra Chikka 2018 Samhaara Raja Huli Nominated - Filmibeat Award for Best Comedian - Kannada Dalapathi Bhootayyana Mommaga Ayyu Ayyu Amma I Love You Double Engine Krishna Kannadakkaagi Ondannu Otti Kismath Raambo 2 Jagga Nominated - 8th South Indian International Movie Awards best comedian 2019 Natasaarvabhowma Keshav Nominated - 9th South Indian International Movie Awards best comedian [5] Kaddu Mucchi Seetharama Kalyana Arya's friend Amar Chikka Padde Huli Kiss Jaggi Mane Maratakkide Raghupathi Odeya Lawyer Chari 2020 Shri Bharatha Baahubali French Biriyani Gabru Billgates Pogaru Shiva's friend 2021 Roberrt Agni [6][7] Krishna Talkies Suri [8] Rider Chikku 2022 James Madan Kaaneyaadavara Bagge Prakatane Bairagee Dancer Cameo appearance 2023 Mr. Bachelor Chikku Raja Marthanda [9] 2024 Upadhyaksha Narayana Debut as lead [10] 2025 Choo Mantar RJ Forest Buddy Kumara Raju James Bond TRP 2026 Lakshmiputra Filming Jodettu Announced

## References

1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** Sharadhaa A. (26 August 2014). ["Chikkanna Wanted to be a Villain"](https://web.archive.org/web/20150402094228/http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/Chikkanna-Wanted-to-be-a-Villain/2014/08/26/article2398502.ece). *[The New Indian Express](/source/The_New_Indian_Express)*. Archived from [the original](http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/Chikkanna-Wanted-to-be-a-Villain/2014/08/26/article2398502.ece) on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 5 March 2015.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** Suresh, Sunayana (21 February 2015). ["My comic abilities are a boon: Chikkanna"](http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/I-consider-my-comic-abilities-a-boon-Chikkanna/articleshow/46319963.cms). *[The Times of India](/source/The_Times_of_India)*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20161020193250/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/I-consider-my-comic-abilities-a-boon-Chikkanna/articleshow/46319963.cms) from the original on 20 October 2016. Retrieved 5 March 2015.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** ["Chikkanna's Debut as a Hero in Upadhyaksha"](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/chikkannas-debut-as-a-hero-in-upadhyaksha-director-anil-kumar/articleshow/107084625.cms?from=mdr). *The Times of India*. 24 January 2024. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20240124092112/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/chikkannas-debut-as-a-hero-in-upadhyaksha-director-anil-kumar/articleshow/107084625.cms?from=mdr) from the original on 24 January 2024. Retrieved 24 January 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** Sharadhaa, A. (1 July 2015). ["Chikkanna Wears Many Hats with Ease"](https://web.archive.org/web/20150927113530/http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/Chikkanna-Wears-Many-Hats-with-Ease/2015/07/01/article2895343.ece). *[The New Indian Express](/source/The_New_Indian_Express)*. Archived from [the original](http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/Chikkanna-Wears-Many-Hats-with-Ease/2015/07/01/article2895343.ece) on 27 September 2015. Retrieved 26 September 2015.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** S.M., Shashiprasad (7 February 2010). ["Natasaarvabhowma movie review: High on spirit"](https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/movie-reviews/070219/natasaarvabhowma-movie-review-high-on-spirit.html). Deccan Chronicle. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20240331043755/https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/movie-reviews/070219/natasaarvabhowma-movie-review-high-on-spirit.html) from the original on 31 March 2024. Retrieved 20 March 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** Manoj Kumar R (11 March 2021). ["Roberrt movie review: This Darshan film is agonisingly unoriginal"](https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/roberrt-movie-review-darshan-asha-bhat-tharun-sudhir-kannada-film-7223839/). *[The Indian Express](/source/The_Indian_Express)*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20210311141122/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/roberrt-movie-review-darshan-asha-bhat-tharun-sudhir-kannada-film-7223839/) from the original on 11 March 2021. Retrieved 11 March 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** Nischith N (11 March 2021). ["Roberrt Movie Review: Darshan steals the show in new avatar"](https://www.thehansindia.com/movie-reviews/roberrt-movie-review-darshan-steals-the-show-in-new-avatar-78227). *[The Hans India](/source/The_Hans_India)*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20210311184634/https://www.thehansindia.com/movie-reviews/roberrt-movie-review-darshan-steals-the-show-in-new-avatar-78227) from the original on 11 March 2021. Retrieved 13 March 2021. Chikkanna as Agni and Shivaraj KR Pete as Bobby provide much of the entertainment in the first half.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-newindianexpress_8-0)** ["'Krishna Talkies' movie review: Protagonist carries movie on his shoulder"](https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2021/apr/17/krishna-talkies-movie-review-protagonist-carries-movie-on-his-shoulder-2290894.html). *newindianexpress*. 17 April 2021. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20210417054004/https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2021/apr/17/krishna-talkies-movie-review-protagonist-carries-movie-on-his-shoulder-2290894.html) from the original on 17 April 2021. Retrieved 17 April 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-bms_9-0)** ["Raja Marthanda- Movie | Reviews, Cast & Release Date - BookMyShow"](https://in.bookmyshow.com/bengaluru/movies/raja-marthanda/ET00306903). [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20231006061901/https://in.bookmyshow.com/bengaluru/movies/raja-marthanda/ET00306903) from the original on 6 October 2023. Retrieved 6 October 2023.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-10)** [*Upadhyaksha Official Trailer | Chikkanna | Smitha Umapathy | Arjun Janya| Anil Kumar| DN Cinemas*](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVnPzxnysAc), [archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20240119064059/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVnPzxnysAc) from the original on 19 January 2024, retrieved 19 January 2024

## External links

- [Chikkanna](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6492899/) at [IMDb](/source/IMDb_(identifier))

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