Dileep Raj
Dileep Raj (born 2 September 1978) is an Indian actor, film director and television director and producer known for his work in Kannada cinema.[1]He has appeared in 24 films. After having found success in television and as a supporting actor, he made his film debut as a lead with Boy Friend in 2005. He shot to popularity with the blockbuster film Milana (2007), in which he played the role of a protagonist alongside Puneeth Rajkumar. In his 2016 film, "U Turn", he essays a leading role in the dramatic thriller.[2]He has also acted in stage roles, including the leading role in the play Treadmill.[3]
Personal life
Dileep Raj was born in Bangalore, Karnataka. He is married to Srividya. They met during their college days and the friendship blossomed into love. They have two daughters, Aditi & Drithi.
Career
After finishing his degree, he decided to act. He acted in popular television serials, including: Janani, Ardha Satya Rangoli, Kumkuma Baghya, Mangalya, Malebillu, Preetigaagi, and Rathasapthami which is based on a true incident.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Boy Friend | Debut film, Kannada | |
| 2005 | Nanna Love Madthiya | Kannada | |
| 2006 | 7 O' Clock | Kannada | |
| 2007 | Milana | Kannada | |
| 2009 | Ninagaagi Kaadiruve | Kannada | |
| 2010 | Kiladi Krishna | Kannada | |
| 2010 | Gaana Bajaana | Kuttappa ("Kuttu") | Kannada |
| 2010 | Sugreeva | Kannada | |
| 2010 | Police Quarters | Kannada[4] | |
| 2011 | Mathe Banni Preethisona | Kannada | |
| 2011 | Panchamrutha | Kannada | |
| 2012 | Challenge | Kannada | |
| 2013 | Barfi | Kannada | |
| 2013 | Mahanadhi | Kannada | |
| 2013 | Tony | Kannada | |
| 2013 | Lakshmi | Kannada | |
| 2013 | Bhairavi | Kannada | |
| 2014 | Nan Life Alli | Kannada | |
| 2014 | Mariyade | Kannada | |
| 2015 | Minchagi Nee Baralu | Kannada | |
| 2016 | U Turn | Kannada |
References
- ↑ "Exclusive biography of #DilipRaj(KannadaActor) and on his life.". FilmiBeat. Retrieved 2016-06-22.
- ↑ "Meet Kannada TV's poster boy". Rediff. Retrieved 2016-06-22.
- ↑ "Dileep Raj returns to theatre with Treadmill - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2016-06-22.
- ↑ "Police Quarters". Deccan Herald Retrieved 2016-6-21
External links
Dileep Raj at the Internet Movie Database