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Sumukha | |
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| Born | 9 September Bangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, writer, director |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Parent(s) | Shashi Kumar (father), Nanditha Yadav (mother) |
Sumukha (born 9 September) is an Indian actor, writer, and director known for his work in Kannada cinema. He is best recognized for his lead roles in films such as Yaanaa (2019), Physics Teacher (2022), and Manada Kadalu (2025). Sumukha is the son of acclaimed theatre and film personalities Shashi Kumar and Nanditha Yadav.[1][2]
Early life and background
[edit]Sumukha was born in Bangalore, Karnataka. He began his acting journey at the age of 10, appearing as a child actor in films, television, and theatre productions. Growing up in a family rooted in the performing arts, he developed a strong foundation in acting and storytelling from an early age. After completing his schooling at The Valley School in Bangalore, he relocated to Mumbai to further develop his acting skills and pursue professional opportunities in theatre and film.
Theatre career
[edit]Sumukha honed his craft through theatre, performing at prestigious venues such as Prithvi Theatre and National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Mumbai, as well as Ranga Shankara and Ravindra Kalakshetra in Bangalore. During his early career, he worked with Zee TV, which facilitated interactions with distinguished theatre figures including Vijaya Mehta, Ranjit Kapoor, B. Jayashree, and Ganesh Yadav.[3]
Film career
[edit]Sumukha made his film debut with the Kannada coming-of-age drama Yaanaa (2019), where he played one of the central roles. His performance was noted in a Bangalore Mirror review, which stated that he "impresses the most" among the cast.[4][5] In 2022, he wrote, directed, and starred in Physics Teacher, a philosophical drama that explores the theme of reality versus illusion. The film was officially selected for the Bangalore International Film Festival (BIFFES), where it garnered praise for its unconventional narrative and Sumukha's compelling performance.[6][7][8]
Following his earlier performances, Sumukha was approached by Yogaraj Bhat to audition for Manada Kadalu—an opportunity that led to him being cast in the lead role and marked his transition into mainstream commercial cinema.[9] In 2025, he starred in the film, which marked a significant milestone in his career and solidified his position as a leading man in Kannada cinema.[10][11][12] In an interview, he shared that Manada Kadalu allowed him to step into the commercial cinema space while staying true to his artistic sensibilities.[13] He also played the central character in the bilingual film Rajasthan Diaries, which is set against the backdrop of the desert state and explores themes of identity and belonging.[14]
Sumukha also appeared in the Hindi-language teleplay Shadyantra (2022), presented by Zee Theatre, in which he played the role of Shashank.[15]
Personal life
[edit]Sumukha is known to be a private individual and there is not much known about his personal life. His mother, Nanditha Yadav, is a state award-winning director, recognized for her work on the film Raju, which won the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Story.[16]
Filmography
[edit]List of Sumukha film credits
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Language | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Yaanaa | Varun | Kannada | Lead role | [4][5] |
| 2022 | Physics Teacher | Badri | Kannada | Lead role, writer and director | [6][7][8] |
| 2022 | Shadyantra (Teleplay) | Shashank | Hindi | Teleplay | [3][15] |
| 2025 | Manada Kadalu | Sumukha | Kannada | Lead role | [9][10][11] |
| TBA | Rajasthan Diaries | Ved | Kannada / Marathi | Lead role | [1][14] |
External links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b "Shooting for Rajasthan Diaries to kickstart on Ugadi". The New Indian Express. 2 April 2019. Retrieved 3 April 2024.
- ^ "Namma Oorina Rasikaru Season 1 review". The Times of India. 23 December 2021. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
- ^ a b "Zee Theatre presents a psychological thriller – Shadyantra". RasAaurDrama. 2 May 2024. Retrieved 2 May 2024.
- ^ a b "Yaana movie review: This flick is unusual for a Kannada film". Bangalore Mirror. 14 July 2019. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
- ^ a b "Yaanaa movie: Sumukha's debut". Daijiworld. 5 July 2019. Retrieved 2 April 2024.
- ^ a b "Sumukha turns director with Physics Teacher". Cinema Express. 26 May 2022. Retrieved 26 May 2022.
- ^ a b "Physics Teacher explores the subject of reality vs illusion". OTTPlay. 28 May 2022. Retrieved 28 May 2022.
- ^ a b "Physics Teacher trailer: A tale of bonafide science and rationality that turns on its head to become a thriller". OTTPlay. 28 May 2022. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
- ^ a b "Sumukha: Manada Kadalu has allowed me to enter that commercial space". Cinema Express. 23 December 2024. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
- ^ a b "Manada Kadalu review: Yogaraj Bhat's romance marks a slow but sure return to form". The News Minute. 29 March 2025. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
- ^ a b "Sumukha: With Manada Kadalu, there is no looking back". The New Indian Express. 27 March 2025. Retrieved 27 March 2025.
- ^ "Manada Kadalu review: Yogaraj Bhat's comeback film". The Hindu. 28 March 2025. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
- ^ "Sumukha: Manada Kadalu has allowed me to enter that commercial space". Cinema Express. 23 December 2024. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
- ^ a b "Rajasthan Diaries to be dubbed in Telugu and Hindi". The Times of India. 3 April 2024. Retrieved 3 April 2024.
- ^ a b "Zee Theatre presents a psychological thriller – Shadyantra". RasAaurDrama. 2 May 2024. Retrieved 2 May 2024.
- ^ "Karnataka State Film Awards 2016". The Times of India. 10 April 2017. Retrieved 3 April 2024.