Chikkanna (born 22 June 1984), is an Indian actor who works in Kannada cinema and appears primarily in comic roles. He made his debut in films with Kirataka (2011), following which he was recognized for his performances in Raja Huli (2013) and Adyaksha (2014). Chikkanna played the lead role for the first time in the film Upadhyaksha (2024).
Career Chikkanna began his acting career in comedy shows in Mysore with Drishya Kalavide. He then appeared in Comedy Kiladigalu in Zee Kannada, and a Prank Show which aired on Udaya TV. Actor Yash noticed his performance at the diamond jubilee celebrations of Kannada cinema and cast him in the 2011 film, Kirataka. In Raja Huli (2013) and Adyaksha (2014), he played roles alongside Yash and Sharan. In the 2015 film Sharp Shooter, he played alongside Diganth and wrote the lyrics for the track "Kuntebille".
Filmography +Key Denotes films that have not yet been released Year Film RoleNotes 2011 Kirataka 2012Lucky Mr. 420 MadeshaVillain Snehitaru Harish 2013Raja Huli Chikka WonSIIMA Award for Best ComedianBulbul Rajani Kantha Victory Jinkemari Muddukrishna 2014Navarangi Anjada Gandu RameshaKwatle Satisha ChikkannaSavaari 2 Baasu Ade Hale Kathe Darling Adyaksha Narayana WonSIIMA Award for Best ComedianTirupathi Express Malya Just Love 2015Rudra Tandava Bombay Mittai Sundra Patharagitthi Ranna Lakshmi NarayanaVajrakaya Sapnon Ki Rani Chandrika Bilingual (Kannada, Telugu) Mr. Airavata Ram-Leela Rathavara Mumtaz Bangalore 560023 Mahalinga Sharpshooter Also lyricist for song "Kuntebille" and Singer for "Kannale Mashup"Masterpiece Bruce Lee WonSIIMA Award for Best ComedianNominated, IIFA Utsavam Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role 2016Maduveya Mamatheya Kareyole Mast Mohabbat Whatsapp Love Tyson Thale Bachkolli Powder Hakkolli Indra Lakshmana Jigarthanda Ishtakamya Doddmane HudgaLavangaNanna Ninna Prema Kathe Also playback singerKotigobba 2 Chikkanna Nominated -SIIMA Award for Best ComedianMudinja Ivana Pudi Saravana Tamil filmHappy Birthday 2017 Chowka Manju Style Raja Hebbuli Sundara Raajakumara Chikka Bangara s/o Bangarada Manushya Tiger Bahubali Siliconn City Raj Vishnu Shankar NagSatya Harishchandra Dodda Jaali Baaru Mattu Poli Hudugaru Mufti Anjani Putra Chikka 2018Samhaara Raja Huli Nominated - Filmibeat Award for Best Comedian - KannadaDalapathi Bhootayyana Mommaga Ayyu Ayyu Amma I Love You Double Engine Krishna Kannadakkaagi Ondannu OttiKismath Raambo 2JaggaNominated - 8th South Indian International Movie Awards best comedian 2019 Natasaarvabhowma Keshav Nominated - 9th South Indian International Movie Awards best comedianKaddu Mucchi Seetharama Kalyana Arya's friendAmar ChikkaPadde Huli KissJaggiMane MaratakkideRaghupathi OdeyaLawyer Chari 2020Shri Bharatha Baahubali French Biriyani Gabru Billgates Pogaru Shiva's friend 2021 Roberrt Agni Krishna Talkies Suri Rider Chikku 2022JamesMadan Kaaneyaadavara Bagge Prakatane Bairagee Dancer Cameo appearance 2023Mr. Bachelor Chikku Raja Marthanda 2024Upadhyaksha Narayana Debut as lead2025Choo Mantar RJForestBuddy KumaraRaju James BondTRP2026LakshmiputraFilmingJodettuAnnounced
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