Actor
Sharath Lohithshwara
Based In
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Origin
Karnataka, India
Years Active
1996 – Present
Sharath Lohithshwara Biography
Sharath Lohithshwara Full Information
- Full Name: Sharath Lohithaswa
- Profession: Actor
- Industry: Kannada Film Industry (Sandalwood)
- Nationality: Indian
- Known For: Villain and supporting roles in Kannada films
- Father: Lohithaswa (Veteran Kannada actor)
- Years Active: 1990s – Present
Family Background
- Father: Lohithaswa (Veteran Kannada actor)
- Mother: Name not publicly disclosed
- Siblings: Not widely reported
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife: Name not publicly disclosed
Education
- Degree: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
- College: National College, Basavanagudi
- University: Bangalore University
- Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
Career Highlight
| Year | Highlight | Film / Project | Language | Achievement / Importance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Film Debut Phase | Huliya / Police Story | Kannada | Early breakthrough supporting roles |
| 2007 | Major Recognition | Aa Dinagalu | Kannada | Popular role as Kotwal Ramachandra |
| 2013 | Award Nomination | Kaddipudi | Kannada | Nominated – Filmfare Award Best Supporting Actor |
| 2013 | Tamil Breakthrough | Ethir Neechal | Tamil | Strong entry into Tamil cinema |
| 2013 | Villain Recognition | Pandiya Naadu | Tamil | Nominated – Vijay Award Best Villain |
| 2014 | State Award Win | Matte Satyagraha | Kannada | Karnataka State Film Award – Best Supporting Actor |
| 2016 | Big Commercial Film | Kotigobba 2 | Kannada | Major commercial success |
| 2017 | Multi-Industry Presence | Jai Lava Kusa | Telugu | Telugu industry appearance |
| 2018 | High-Budget Film | The Villain | Kannada | Played Ram’s father in star-led film |
| 2019 | Pan-India Film | Saaho | Telugu/Hindi/Tamil | Featured in multi-language big budget film |
| 2019 | Sports Drama | Pailwaan | Kannada | Played boxing coach Vijayendra |
| 2021 | Mass Blockbuster | Akhanda | Telugu | Powerful antagonist role |
| 2023 | Web Series Debut | Sengalam | Tamil | OTT debut on ZEE5 |
| 2023 | Critically Acclaimed Film | Sapta Saagaradaache Ello – Side A | Kannada | Played Patila in romantic drama |
| 2024 | Versatile Roles | Chef Chidambara / Max | Kannada | Continued strong supporting & negative roles |
| 2025 | Upcoming Big Projects | Gajarama / Akhanda 2 | Kannada / Telugu | Continued pan-South presence |
Recent Activity
- He appeared in the Kannada romantic drama Bhuvanam Gaganam (2025) in a significant role as Mohan, contributing to the film’s emotional story and releasing on 14 February 2025.
- He acted in the Kannada mystery drama Agnyathavasi (2025), which released theatrically on 11 April 2025 and later streamed digitally on ZEE5.
- He was part of the ensemble cast of the Kannada thriller Rona (released 7 November 2025).
- He appeared in the commercially successful Kannada action film Max, which continued to be discussed in early 2025 and later released on OTT platforms; his role was that of Minister Parashuram.
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Udaya Sunfeast Awards | Best Villain | Udaya Sunfeast Award | Aa Dinagalu | Won |
| 2008 | Airtel Kasturi Awards | Best Villain | Airtel Kasturi Award | Aa Dinagalu | Won |
| 2008 | Mysore Minerals’ Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Mysore Minerals Award | Aa Dinagalu | Won |
| 2008 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Supporting Actor – Kannada | Filmfare Award | Aa Dinagalu | Won |
| 2012 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role – Kannada | SIIMA Award | Bheema Theeradalli | Nominated |
| 2012 | Santosham Film Awards | Best Supporting Actor – Kannada | Santosham Award | Bheema Theeradalli | Won |
| 2012 | Bangalore Times Film Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Bangalore Times Award | Bheema Theeradalli | Nominated |
| 2013 | Karnataka State Film Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Karnataka State Film Award | Matthe Satyagraha | Won |
| 2013 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Supporting Actor – Kannada | Filmfare Award | Kaddipudi | Nominated |
| 2014 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role – Kannada | SIIMA Award | Ambareesha | Nominated |
About Sharath Lohithaswa
He is a South Indian actor known for villain and supporting roles mainly in Kannada cinema.
Yes, he is the son of veteran Kannada actor Lohithaswa.
Aa Dinagalu (2007) brought him major recognition.
Yes, he won Best Supporting Actor for Matthe Satyagraha.
Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Tulu.