Biography
*Ramesh Bhat* (born 7 January 1946) is a highly respected Indian actor and director who works predominantly in Kannada cinema and television. With a prolific career spanning several decades, he has appeared in over 300 films, establishing himself as a beloved character actor known for his versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles. Born in Kundapur, Karnataka, Bhat developed a passion for acting early in life. During the 1960s and 1970s, he worked extensively with prominent theater groups such as Spandana, Nataranga, and Benaka. His time in theater led to a close and enduring association with the legendary filmmaker Shankar Nag. Bhat entered Kannada cinema playing a senior police officer in Shankar Nag's Minchina Ota. This creative partnership flourished, resulting in his iconic work as an actor and assistant director on the classic television series Malgudi Days. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, he delivered standout performances in landmark films like Nodi Swamy Navirodu Hige, Ganeshana Maduve, and Ganesha Subramanya. He also directed the 1985 film Parameshi Prema Prasanga, which was nominated for a National Award. Bhat has remained a vital presence in contemporary Sandalwood, taking on acclaimed supporting roles in modern hits such as Sarkari Hi. Pra. Shaale, Kasaragodu, Koduge: Ramanna Rai. His immense contributions to Kannada culture and cinema have been heavily recognized. He was honored with the prestigious Karnataka Rajyotsava Award in 2010, and he won the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Mana Manthana (2015).
Acted in 147
2020s
- 2026
College Kalavida
Movie
Hayagrriva
Movie
- 2022
Dr. 56
Movie
Saara Vajra
Movie
2010s
- 2019
Aa Drushya
Movie
Kurukshetra
Vidura
Kavacha
Ramesh
- 2018
Sarkari. Hi. Pra. Shale Kasaragodu
Ananth Padmanabha M
Shivu Paru
Village Head Jayasihhma
Krishnatulasi
Father
- 2017
Ayana
Aditya's father
March 22
Movie
- 2016
Badmaash
Movie
Prema Geema Jane Do
Movie
Naani
Movie
- 2015
Minchagi Nee Baralu
Movie
Bullet Basya
Movie
- 2014
Huccha Venkat
Movie
Belli
Movie
Adhyaksha
Chandru's father
Ragini IPS
Movie
- 2012
Snehitaru
Movie
Godfather
Movie
Dashamukha
Movie
Prasad
Movie
Alemari
Movie
Chingari
Geetha's father
- 2011
Johny Mera Naam Preethi Mera Kaam
Movie
Raajadhaani
Movie
Prince
Police Commissioner
Kal Manja
Movie
- 2010
Shourya
Movie
Nannavanu
Movie
Prithvi
Movie
2000s
- 2009
Yodha
Movie
Ghauttham
Movie
Namyajamanru
Movie
- 2008
Rocky
Usha's father
Ganesha Matthe Banda
Movie
Indra
Movie
Gange Baare Thunge Baare
Movie
Mr. Garagasa
Dr Karanth
- 2007
Ee Preethi Yeke Bhoomi Melide
Movie
Snehana Preethina
Movie
#73, Shantinivasa
Movie
Masti
Movie
Ekadanta
Movie
- 2006
Julie
Movie
Hatavadi
Movie
Hetthavara Kanasu
Movie
- 2005
Anna Thangi
Movie
Auto Shankar
Movie
Jogi
Madesha's father
Masala
Movie
Gowramma
Movie
Varsha
Movie
Rakshasa
Movie
Yashwanth
Movie
- 2004
Jyeshta
Movie
Kalasipalya
Movie
Baa Baaro Rasika
Movie
- 2003
Excuse Me
Movie
Khushi
Movie
Hrudayavantha
Movie
Preethisle Beku
Movie
Laali Haadu
Movie
- 2002
Hollywood
Melukote Seenu (Voice)
Ninagoskara
Movie
Parva
Movie
Balagalittu Olage Baa
Movie
- 2001
Jodi
Movie
Kotigobba
Movie
- 2000
Yajamana
Ramesha
Nan Hendthi Chennagiddale
Movie
Deepavali
Movie
Chamundi
Movie
Soorappa
Movie
1990s
- 1999
Suryavamsha
Padma's father
- 1998
Preethsod Thappa
Movie
Gadibidi Krishna
Movie
Agni Sakshi
Movie
Yaare Neenu Cheluve
Movie
- 1997
Sangliyana Part 3
Movie
Janani Janmabhoomi
Movie
Mommaga
Movie
- 1996
Gaaya
Movie
Sipayi
Movie
- 1995
Urvashi
Movie
Beladingala Baale
James
Lady Police
Movie
Ganeshana Galate
Policy Agent Bhatta
Bangarada Kalasha
Movie
Gadibidi Aliya
Movie
Rowdy
Movie
- 1994
Kiladigalu
Movie
Indrana Gedda Narendra
Movie
Samrat
Movie
Chinna
Movie
Kunthi Puthra
Movie
- 1993
Bhagavan Sri Saibaba
Movie
Nishkarsha
Gundanna
Sangharsha
Movie
- 1992
Guru Brahma
Movie
Ganesha Subramanya
Subramanya
Bombat Hendthi
Movie
Chithralekha
Movie
Saptapadi
Sharma
- 1991
Police Matthu Dada
Movie
Gauri Ganesha
Madhusudan
Jagadeka Veera
Movie
Gruha Pravesha
Movie
Shanti Kranti
Movie
Banni Ondsala Nodi
Movie
Neenu Nakkare Haalu Sakkare
Movie
Gandanige Thakka Hendthi
Movie
Nagu Naguta Nali
Movie
- 1990
Mathe Hadithu Kogile
Gopal
Hosa Jeevana
Movie
Poli Kitty
Movie
Ramarajyadalli Rakshasaru
Movie
Shivashankar
Movie
Mathsara
Movie
Ganeshana Maduve
Shastri
1980s
- 1989
Narasimha
Movie
Maha Yuddha
Movie
Sura Sundaranga
Movie
Hrudaya Geethe
Movie
- 1988
Daada
Movie
Ramanna Shamanna
Movie
Jana Nayaka
Movie
- 1987
Shubha Milana
Movie
Digvijaya
Soorappa Nayak
Malgudi Days
Rajam’s Father / Ramu / Theatre Gatekeeper / Friend / Various Characters · 12 episodes
Sowbhagya Lakshmi
Gundurao
- 1985
Parameshi Prema Prasanga
Parameshi
- 1984
Accident
Inspector Rao
- 1983
Nodi Swamy Navirodu Heege
Kallesh Nuggehalli
Anveshane
Movie
- 1981
Geetha
Satish
- 1980
Minchina Ota
Inspector Nayak
1970s
- 1973
Abachurina Post Office
Naani
Produced 2
1980s
- 1985
Parameshi Prema Prasanga
Producer
- 1983
Nodi Swamy Navirodu Heege
Producer
Directed 2
1980s
- 1985
Parameshi Prema Prasanga
Director
- 1984
Accident
Assistant Director