Ramesh Bhat

Ramesh Bhat is a multiple-award–winning Indian actor. He has worked predominantly in Kannada films and television serials.

Early life
Ramesh Bhat was born in Kundapur. He completed his primary education at Manki and portrayed national leaders like Nehru in school day functions. He moved to Bangalore when his father, Rathnakar Rao, migrated there.

Career
In the 1960s and ‘70s, young Ramesh worked with theatre groups like Spandana, Nataranga, and Benaka. Working in theatre brought him closer to Shankar Nag, resulting in several plays and films and TV series. He was the assistant director for the television series Malgudi Days. He has also directed a movie named Parameshi Prema Prasanga, which was nominated for the National Awards in 1983.

Awards

 * 2010 Karnataka Rajyotsava award
 * 2010-11 - Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor - Uyyale
 * 2015 -Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor - Mana Manthana

Notable filmography

 * All films are in Kannada, unles otherwise noted.