Featured BiographyImage source: StarsUnfolded
Quick Info
Date of birth1970
Age52 Years
BirthplaceBangalore, Karnataka, India
ProfessionActor; Filmmaker; Theatre practitioner; Teacher; Activist
NationalityIndian
Marital statusMarried
SpouseChandrika Belawadi
FamilyFather: Belavadi Nanjundaiah Narayan; Mother: Bhargavi Narayan; Daughters: Meghana Belawadi, Teju Belawadi; Sisters: Sudha Belawadi, Sujata Belawadi; Brother: Pradeep Belawadi
Prakash Belawadi Biography
Prakash Belawadi is an Indian actor, filmmaker, theatre practitioner and civic activist from Bangalore. Active across film, television, web series and theu
Early life and backgroundPrakash Belawadi was born in Bangalore, Karnataka, in 1970 and grew up in a family steeped in theatre. His parents, Belavadi Nanjundaiah Narayan and Bhargavi Narayan, were both theatre artists who also worked in Kannada cinema. He completed his elementary schooling at Mahila Seva Samaja and finished higher secondary education at National High School, Bangalore. He did his pre‑university at National College and went on to earn a degree in mechanical engineering from University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering in 1983.
Career
Belawadi’s career spans acting, directing, writing, teaching and civic work. He made his film acting debut as Shambhu in the Kannada film Bangaravayithu in 1976 and later expanded into other Indian film industries. He has worked in Tamil, Malayalam and Telugu films, and has appeared in notable Hindi films. In 2003 he wrote and directed the English‑language film Stumble; that film won the National Award for Best Film in the English language.
On screen, his credits include roles in Madras Cafe (2013), Airlift (2016), Sanju (2018) and The Tashkent Files (2019). He appeared in The Kashmir Files (2022) as Dr. Mahesh Kumar. Across regional industries, his debut credits include a Tamil film role in Uttama Villain (2014), a Malayalam appearance in Solo (2017) and a Telugu role in Saaho (2019). He has also worked in web series, making his OTT debut in Smoke (2018) and later appearing in High (2020), Mumbai Diaries 26/11 (2021) and Politician Nograj (2022).
Belawadi is equally active in theatre and has been recognized for his contributions to stage work. He received the Karnataka Nataka Academy Award for his contribution to English and Kannada theatre in 2011–12. Internationally, he has been part of productions and received recognition abroad: in 2019 he won a Helpmann Award in Australia for Best Actor, Male, for his role in the play Counting and Cracking at Belvoir St. Theatre in Sydney.
Public profile
Beyond acting and direction, Belawadi is a media and cultural figure who teaches and speaks widely. He has served as a mentor for the Bengaluru International Short Film Festival and has been invited as a guest speaker at conferences and festivals worldwide, including events in Gothenburg, Seoul, Berlin and Sweden. He has taught film courses at institutions in Sweden, Istanbul and Turkey.
Belawadi founded the citizens’ group Citizens for Bengaluru and leads an annual ecology festival called Rotary Avani, held from April to June, which focuses on urban environmental awareness and brings together government, industry and citizens. He is a frequent participant in public conversations and has delivered motivational and conference talks, including appearances at TEDx events.
Awards and recognition
His work has been honored with several awards and civic recognitions. Stumble earned the National Award for Best Film in English in 2003. He received the Pratibha Bhushan from the Government of Karnataka in 2003 and was named Pride of Karnataka in 2015 by Bangalore Round Table. News18 Kannada conferred the Varshada Kannadiga distinction in entertainment on him in 2015.
Politics and civic engagement
Belawadi has engaged directly in civic politics; in 2010 he stood for the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike elections as a candidate of the Lok Satta Party from the Sunkenahalli constituency (Ward No. 142). His public work through Citizens for Bengaluru continues to combine cultural activity and urban advocacy.
Personal life
He is married to Chandrika Belawadi and the couple have two daughters, Meghana and Teju, both of whom have worked as actresses. Belawadi comes from a large family active in the arts: his sisters Sudha and Sujata are involved in theatre and teaching/yoga respectively, and his brother Pradeep is an engineer. His niece Samyukta Hornad is also a theatre artist.
Latest updates
In 2022 Belawadi appeared in The Kashmir Files and spoke publicly about learning of the events depicted in the film only after reading the script; he said the experience prompted reflection on his earlier journalistic indifference to the topic. That same period continued his steady presence on screen in films and web series while he maintained civic and cultural activities in Bangalore.
Editorial Review and Sources
This F4U profile is written from publicly available career and profile information, then reviewed for clarity before publication. If you spot an outdated detail about Prakash Belawadi, send the page URL and a reliable correction source to f4udotin@gmail.com.
Reference context: StarsUnfoldedAccuracy
Request a Correction
Tell us what needs to be updated and share a reliable source so the editorial team can review it.
Ownership
Claim This Profile
If this profile is about you or your client, send your contact details and verification context.
Recent Work
Feature film in which he appeared as Dr Mahesh Kumar (2022).
2022Kannada web series in which he played Krishna Gundu Bala (KGB) (2022).
2022Web series in which he appeared as Dr Mani Subramaniam (2021).
2021Web series in which he appeared as Dr Shridhar Roy (2020).
2020Career Highlights
- Debuted in Kannada cinema in 1976 with Bangaravayithu
- Wrote and directed Stumble, winner of the National Award for Best Film in English (2003)
- Received Pratibha Bhushan (2003) and Karnataka Nataka Academy Award (2011–12)
- Won the Helpmann Award for Best Actor, Male (2019) for Counting and Cracking
- Founder of the civic group Citizens for Bengaluru and organiser of Rotary Avani festival
People Also Search For
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Prakash Belawadi born?
Prakash Belawadi was born on 1970.
What is Prakash Belawadi known for?
Prakash Belawadi is known for actor; Filmmaker; Theatre practitioner; Teacher; Activist.
What is Prakash Belawadi’s marital status?
Prakash Belawadi's marital status is listed as Married.
Who is Prakash Belawadi married to?
Prakash Belawadi is publicly listed as married to Chandrika Belawadi.
Related Biographies
View all →
Celebrities☑️Chandru Raheja
Chandru Lachmandas Raheja is an Indian businessman known for leading K. Raheja Corporation and for his long career in real estate, retail and hospitality.ト
Updated 2026-10-04
Celebrities✅Neel Raheja
Neel Chandru Raheja is an Indian businessman who serves as Group President of K Raheja Corp. Born in Mumbai in 1974, he has guided the family's expansion—b
Updated 2026-10-04
Celebrities✅Ravi Raheja
Ravi Chandru Raheja is an Indian businessman known for his leadership role at K. Raheja Corporation. Born and raised in Mumbai, he holds degrees from the H
Updated 2026-10-04
Celebrities6 Girlfriends Of Salman Khan
A look at six women who have been linked to Bollywood star Salman Khan over the years, from early romances to high-profile relationships that captured wide
Updated 2026-10-04