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ಡಾ.ವಿಷ್ಣುವರ್ಧನ್(Dr.Vishnuvardhan) was a prominent Indian film
actor. He had acquired the "Demi-God status in Karnataka" & was
called "The Phoenix Of Indian Cinema" "Sahasasimha"
"angry young man of Kannada cinema"
Biography
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| Vishnu at the age of 8 |
TRIBUTE
and RESPECT from the Government
As
an acknowledgement to his service to Indian cinema, the state government also
decided to name its annual lifetime achievement award to long-serving film
personalities after Vishnuvardhan, renaming it as the Karnataka State Dr.
Vishnuvardhan Lifetime Achievement Award.
The
government of India honored a Vishnuvardhan with stamps that have his name and
face.
The
State Government has named various roads and parks in the capital city
Bengaluru after him. The Kathriguppe main road in Bengaluru has been named
after him.The road stretching from Sarjapura to Kengeri in Bengaluru is named
as "DR.VISHNUVARDHAN ROAD"
A
park in jayanagar, Bengaluru has also been named as "DR.VISHNUVARDHAN
PARK"
The
government of Karnataka has also decided to build a film city in the name of
Dr.Vishnuvardhan. It will be similar to the model of Ramoji Film City in
Hyderabad. Sources indicate that once the film city comes up, all Kannada films
related work will be done under a single roof.
The
government of Karnataka has paid tribute to him by joining hands with his fans
associations by unveiling his statues in various places of Karnataka,
especially in capital city Bengaluru. A seven feet tall statue in Gowri Palya
on 1st March 2012, Laggere on 4th March 2012, Kengeri on 9th October 2011, KP
Agrahara in Vijayanagar on 11th March 2012 and in other places of Bengaluru and
Karnataka were unveiled.
Vishnuvardhan
was cremated at the Ambhimaan Studios, in the outskirts of Bengaluru on Dec
30th 2009 with full state honors. Almost all the leading politicians and actors
were present there.
AFTER
VISHNU'S DEATH:
Celebrities
around the world reacted with great shock to Vishnuvardhan's death.
World
class cricketer Anil Kumble, a big fan of the late actor, described his demise
as a most devastating loss. He said "I have grown up watching his films. I
have been Vishnu sir's ardent fan. It's the end of an era."
Bollywood
actor and director Aamir Khan said "The untimely demise of super star
Mr.Vishnuvardhan is a really sad incident. Mr Vishnuvardhan who is a huge star
in Karnataka and has had a prolific career was only 59. Our condolences to his
family, to all those who love him, and to all of Karnataka for whom he is such
an icon. May his soul rest in peace"
Rajinikanth,
a co-star of Vishnu in many films like Sahodarara Savaal, Indina Ramayana,
Galaate Samsaara, Vidudalai etc. visited the late actor's family and said
"Vishnu Sir helped me to get stardom and it was him, who encouraged me to
take up initial offers in Tamil films. I cannot explain the value of our
friendship. Our friendship was one that could be enjoyed, not one that could be
expressed in words. I have no words to convey the sense of loss"
Cricketer
Gundappa Viswanath said "We used to ride pillion on a bicycle to reach the
ground to play cricket. He was my best buddy. It is a big loss to the
country". Describing Vishnu as the greatest actor in the Kannada film
industry,
B.
S. Yeddyurappa (the chief minister then) said: "His death is an
irrepairable loss for the people of Karnataka and we should all try to follow
in his footsteps to lead an ideal life."
Chiranjeevi
said, "The suddenness of Vishnuji's death has come as a shock. May God
give his family the courage, strength and support".
Congress
leader Siddaramaiah said, "I've lost a great friend". "Vishnu
has orphaned the Kannada film industry.
"We've
lost a precious jewel", said senior actor Jayanthi.
Former
Prime Minister H. D. Deve Gowda said, "He was known for his simplicity,
It's a great loss".
While
Dr.S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Prakash Rai, Suhasini Maniratnam were all seen
shedding tears, Ex-MP Dr.Ambareesh, the closest friend of Vishnu in his life
time, couldn't bare the pain but still stood till the end and controlled the
crowd brilliantly.
The
External Affairs Minister then, S. M. Krishna after visiting the residence of
the actor, termed the late actor as actor par-excellence and said for his
amiable nature he would remain in the hearts of Kannadigas for ever. The
minister recalled, how close the two were before nd Vishnu had assured him of
presenting a suit after he took over as the Governor of Maharashtra. However he
died before fulfilling his wish.
Actors
like Mammooty, Mohanlal, Kamal Hassan, Amithabh Bachchan and other actors
Sumalatha, P.Vasu, Saroja Devi, Dr.leelavathi and politicians R. Ashok, H. D.
Kumaraswamy, Governor of Karnataka state Hansraj Bhardwaj (at the time of the
demise), Mallikarjun Kharge, BJP leader Ananth Kumar and others mourned to his
death.
Description
He has acted in over 219 movies in total(200
Kannada ,5 Hindi 5 Telugu 3 Malayalam and 6 Tamil)
Dr. Vishnuvardhan Awards are issued to the Great actors of Sandalwood Stars
Dr. Vishnuvardhan Awards are issued to the Great actors of Sandalwood Stars
200 MOVIE IN KANNADA FILMS
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Basic Info
Born
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September 18, 1950
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Location
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Bangalore, India
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Awards
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Filmfare Awards South Filmfare Award for Best Actor –
Kannada — seven times
 Nagarahavu - 1972 Hombisilu - 1982 Bandhana - 1984 Suprabhata - 1988 Muthina Haara - 1990 Yajamana - 2000 Apthamitra - 2004 Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 2002 Total - 8 FilmFare Awards Kannada Film Fan's Association Aragini Reader's award .jpg) Cinema Express Awards Tarangini Berkley Indira Pratishtana National Kannada Film Fan's Association Kaladevi Award (Chennai) Suvarna Film Awards Best Actor 2010 Videocon Suprabhata Film Viewers Award R.N.R Award Rajyotsava Award Madras Films Association Award Kerala Cultural And Art Award Ten Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor Naagarahaavu – 1972 Hombisilu – 1982 Bandhana – 1984 Suprabhata – 1988 (The only movie which won nine awards in the Kannada Film Industry) Muthina Haara - 1990 Lion Jagapathi Rao – 1991 Laali – 1997 Veerappa Nayaka – 1999 Aaptha Rakshaka - 2009 Other awards Honorary Doctorate awarded by Bangalore University in 2005 Dr. Rajkumar Award in 2009 (State Award) |
Gender
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Male
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Personal Interests
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Dr.Vishnuvardhan Outfit: Would like to dress according to
the occasion.
Car: Has a liking and fascination for all sports cars. Food: Nothing in particular.More than the food it goes with the mind set and affection in the making. Restaurant: Chinese Cuisine at Hotel Taj in Bangalore. Book : Not a big reader.Would like to read anything simple and fast paced.At times used to read James Hadley Chase. Author: None. Superstitious About: Has strong faith in god.Nothing is above god on this earth. What I Fear Most: Life after Life. Pet: Likes all animals (Wild & pets).Dog is his favorite. Colour: White. Hollywood Stars: Bruno, Arnold Schwarzenegger Hollywood Actress: Marilyn Monroe. Bollywood Actors: Shammi Kapoor(All time favourite), Rajkumar, Dilip Kumar. Bollywood Actress: Maushmi Chatterjee, Sharmila Tagore, Helen. Director: Puttanna Kanagal, Subash Ghai, William Wyler(Ben-Hur). Hobbies: Horse riding, Singing, Listening to light music. Sports: Cricket, Tennis. Cricketer: Sir. Vivian Richards. Vacation Spot: Australia. Moment I Cannot Forget: All those moments when I talk to individuals with full of life. Saddest Moment In Life: None. Music: Any Kind Of Classical Music. Message To Fans: Being affectionate and loving is the key to success |
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