Portrait of Kashinath

Kashinath

Acting

Biography

Kashinatha Hathwara (8 May 1951 – 18 January 2018) was an Indian actor and filmmaker who primarily worked in Kannada films. He also worked in Bollywood remakes of his films. With a career spanning over three decades, Kashinath acted in or directed over 40 films, usually comedies. He is credited for introducing new talents such as actor Upendra, musician V. Manohar, and director Sunil Kumar Desai, alongside many other technicians who went on to become successful in the Kannada film industry.

Born: May 8, 1951

Place of Birth: Kundapura, Karnataka, India

Known For

Filmography

2016
Zoom

as Dr. Dhumaketu

2014
1998
Hello Yama

as Suri

1993
Shhh!

as Kashinath