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Malavallii Huche Gowda Amarnath (Ambareesh) or M.H.Amarnath (Ambaresh) (Kannada:ಅಂಬರೀಶ್) (known as Rebel-Star and Mandyada Gandu ಕನ್ನಡ: ಮಂಡ್ಯದ ಗಂಡು) born 29 May 1952 at Maddur
Taluk in Mandya
District of Karnataka
State is a Kannada film actor. He is also a prominent politician from Karnataka state.
Ambareesh was born in Doddarasinakere village near K M Doddi of Mandya district in Karnataka. His grandfather was the legendary violinist Tirumakudalu Chowdiah
{the famous Chowdiah Memorial Hall
and Choudayya Rd.in Bangalore are named after him.}. He was the 6th of 7 children and the youngest among the brothers. Born as Amarnath and his father, Mysore Huche Gowda, was a gentle and generous person. Ambareesh's childhood was very much under his famous, musician , and maternal grandfather's shadow. Theirs was a large joint family in Mysore and that’s where he started his formal studies.
was the name that spelled magic in the Kannada industry. A maker of several big hits, he was respected by critics as well as the masses. He was known as a man who could even make a stone emote. In 1971, Puttanna was hunting for new faces to cast in his new movie Nagara Havu and Ambareesh's good friend, Sangram suggested his name for a screen test against his wishes. When the day of the screen test dawned, Ambareesh went into hiding and Sangram was left desperately hunting for him.
When he managed to locate him, he had to drag him to the studios (the famous Premier studios in Mysore). The enigmatic director took one look at him and asked him go put on his makeup and get ready for his test. Ambi was sure that he would flunk. He was tested for a small but powerful part of an eve-teasing college boy and he was okayed for the part. The film introduced Vishnuvardhan, another future superstar as the hero, who went on to create history in the Karnataka movie industry. Ambareesh played a small role named Jaleel; his famous dialogue "bul bul matadakkilwa" garnered a lot of attention and the Kannada film industry got a new young villain. He played the same role when the film was remade in Hindi as Zehereela Insaan.
Ambareesh became a hero with a film titled Amarnath where he was introduced by V.K. Ramesh (art director). But his first success as a hero was in Antha
directed by his close friend Rajendra Singh Babu
. The year was 1980 and the film was a record-breaking hit. The movie was remade into Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. He played a famous role called Kanwar Lal; his famous dialogue was "Kutte, Kanwar nahi, Kanwar Lal bolo."
Ambareesh has acted in about 208 films, including Puttanna Kanagal movies like Paduvaaralli Pandavaru
, Shuba Mangala and Ranganayaki
. As in 2010, Ambareesh had acted in most films as lead in Kannada films, surpassing superstar Raj Kumar's record of 206 films as lead actor. Superstar Vishnuvardhan, one of his best friends, is an actor in 220 films (includes Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam films) in the lead. The record has not been broken yet. He also supported many actors during their carrier
launching time.
Ambareesh played the angry young man of the 1980s, and several films were tailor-made accordingly. The earliest of them was the political satire Antha
(1981), directed by Rajendra Singh Babu
and remade into Hindi and Tamil. This controversial film was the first in India to depict politicians and government officials as corrupt and villainous. Chakravyuha and New Delhi were made on the same lines, the first remade into Hindi as Inqulaab, starring Amitabh Bachchan
and the second a remake of the Malayalam hit of the same name. His other notable films include Ranganayaki
, Tony, Rani Maharani, Olavina Udugore, Hrudaya Haaditu, Hongkongnalli Agent Amar, Mannina Doni and Oda Huttidavaru. His performance in Masanada Hoovu
, Elu Suttina Kote
and the Malayalam film Gaanam were critically acclaimed. He also acted with legend Dr. Rajkumar. He is well known as Mandyada Gandu, Kaliyuga Karna (for his generosity), and Rebel Star. He has been awarded the State award, NTR Award by Andhra Pradesh Government and Film Fare Award (lifetime achievement award). He was the first Kannada actor to inaugurate the Mysore Dasara
festival from the government of Karnataka.
from Mandya
Parliamentary Constituency as member of the Janata Dal
. He later joined the Indian National Congress
and has since continued to represent the same Mandya Lok Sabha constituency for two more terms. He was minister of state for Information and Broadcasting in the 14th Lok Sabha
, but resigned over his dissatisfaction with the Cauvery Dispute Tribunal award, though the resignation was not formally accepted. He was defeated in the May 2009 General Elections.
During the course of his public life, he has held the following positions:
as a Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting
. He took the oath on 24 October 2006.
He however resigned from the Union Council of Ministers over the cauvery issue on 15 February 2007.
on 8 December 1991 at the age of 39 and they have a son named Abishek.
Maddur
Maddur is a town in Mandya district in the Indian state of Karnataka. It lies on the banks of the river Shimsha.- Geography :Maddur is located at . It has an average elevation of 662 metres ....
Taluk in Mandya
Mandya
Mandya is a city in the state of Karnataka, India. It is the headquarters of Mandya district and is located 40 km from Mysore and 100 km from Bangalore.-Etymology:...
District of Karnataka
Karnataka
Karnataka , the land of the Kannadigas, is a state in South West India. It was created on 1 November 1956, with the passing of the States Reorganisation Act and this day is annually celebrated as Karnataka Rajyotsava...
State is a Kannada film actor. He is also a prominent politician from Karnataka state.
Ambareesh was born in Doddarasinakere village near K M Doddi of Mandya district in Karnataka. His grandfather was the legendary violinist Tirumakudalu Chowdiah
Tirumakudalu Chowdiah
Tirumakudalu Chowdiah was a violin maestro from India in the Carnatic classical tradition.-Early Years:Chowdiah, was born in Tirumakudalu village on the banks of the river Kaveri near Mysore....
{the famous Chowdiah Memorial Hall
Chowdiah Memorial Hall
Chowdiah Memorial Hall is a cultural centre in Bangalore which provides a home for musical and theatrical performances as well as competitions. Located in Malleswaram, it was built as a tribute to Tirumakudalu Chowdiah. It is administered by Academy of Music, an independent registered body, founded...
and Choudayya Rd.in Bangalore are named after him.}. He was the 6th of 7 children and the youngest among the brothers. Born as Amarnath and his father, Mysore Huche Gowda, was a gentle and generous person. Ambareesh's childhood was very much under his famous, musician , and maternal grandfather's shadow. Theirs was a large joint family in Mysore and that’s where he started his formal studies.
Film career
In the golden era of Kannada movies, the 1970s, Puttanna KanagalPuttanna Kanagal
Puttanna Kanagal was one of the most prominent Kannada film directors of the 1960s and the 70s. Although the majority of his films were on offbeat or taboo subjects, he endeared himself to both the critics and ordinary film goers alike. He also directed a handful Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and...
was the name that spelled magic in the Kannada industry. A maker of several big hits, he was respected by critics as well as the masses. He was known as a man who could even make a stone emote. In 1971, Puttanna was hunting for new faces to cast in his new movie Nagara Havu and Ambareesh's good friend, Sangram suggested his name for a screen test against his wishes. When the day of the screen test dawned, Ambareesh went into hiding and Sangram was left desperately hunting for him.
When he managed to locate him, he had to drag him to the studios (the famous Premier studios in Mysore). The enigmatic director took one look at him and asked him go put on his makeup and get ready for his test. Ambi was sure that he would flunk. He was tested for a small but powerful part of an eve-teasing college boy and he was okayed for the part. The film introduced Vishnuvardhan, another future superstar as the hero, who went on to create history in the Karnataka movie industry. Ambareesh played a small role named Jaleel; his famous dialogue "bul bul matadakkilwa" garnered a lot of attention and the Kannada film industry got a new young villain. He played the same role when the film was remade in Hindi as Zehereela Insaan.
Ambareesh became a hero with a film titled Amarnath where he was introduced by V.K. Ramesh (art director). But his first success as a hero was in Antha
Antha
Antha is a genus of moths of the Noctuidae family.-Species:* Antha grata * Antha rotunda -References:* *...
directed by his close friend Rajendra Singh Babu
Rajendra Singh Babu
S. V. Rajendra Singh Babu is a Kannada film maker and producer. He was born and brought up in Mysore. His father late Shankar Singh was one of the great producers in Kannada Film Industry and has produced many films under the banner Mahatma Pictures...
. The year was 1980 and the film was a record-breaking hit. The movie was remade into Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. He played a famous role called Kanwar Lal; his famous dialogue was "Kutte, Kanwar nahi, Kanwar Lal bolo."
Ambareesh has acted in about 208 films, including Puttanna Kanagal movies like Paduvaaralli Pandavaru
Paduvaaralli Pandavaru
Paduvaaralli Pandavaru is a Kannada language movie directed by renown director Puttanna Kanagal.The film was distributed by noted distributor R.N. Mandre....
, Shuba Mangala and Ranganayaki
Ranganayaki (film)
Ranganayaki is a 1981 Kannada movie by Puttanna Kanagal starring Ambarish, Aarathi, Ramakrishna, Ashok, Rajanand.- Plot details :The movie explores the nuance of Oedipus Complex. The heroine, a popular theatre artist, falls in love with a rich, young man. They eventually get married and beget a...
. As in 2010, Ambareesh had acted in most films as lead in Kannada films, surpassing superstar Raj Kumar's record of 206 films as lead actor. Superstar Vishnuvardhan, one of his best friends, is an actor in 220 films (includes Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam films) in the lead. The record has not been broken yet. He also supported many actors during their carrier
launching time.
Ambareesh played the angry young man of the 1980s, and several films were tailor-made accordingly. The earliest of them was the political satire Antha
Antha
Antha is a genus of moths of the Noctuidae family.-Species:* Antha grata * Antha rotunda -References:* *...
(1981), directed by Rajendra Singh Babu
Rajendra Singh Babu
S. V. Rajendra Singh Babu is a Kannada film maker and producer. He was born and brought up in Mysore. His father late Shankar Singh was one of the great producers in Kannada Film Industry and has produced many films under the banner Mahatma Pictures...
and remade into Hindi and Tamil. This controversial film was the first in India to depict politicians and government officials as corrupt and villainous. Chakravyuha and New Delhi were made on the same lines, the first remade into Hindi as Inqulaab, starring Amitabh Bachchan
Amitabh Bachchan
Amitabh Bachchan is an Indian film actor. He first gained popularity in the early 1970s as the "angry young man" of Hindi cinema, and has since appeared in over 180 Indian films in a career spanning more than four decades...
and the second a remake of the Malayalam hit of the same name. His other notable films include Ranganayaki
Ranganayaki (film)
Ranganayaki is a 1981 Kannada movie by Puttanna Kanagal starring Ambarish, Aarathi, Ramakrishna, Ashok, Rajanand.- Plot details :The movie explores the nuance of Oedipus Complex. The heroine, a popular theatre artist, falls in love with a rich, young man. They eventually get married and beget a...
, Tony, Rani Maharani, Olavina Udugore, Hrudaya Haaditu, Hongkongnalli Agent Amar, Mannina Doni and Oda Huttidavaru. His performance in Masanada Hoovu
Masanada Hoovu
Masanada Hoove is a 1984 Kannada movie by Puttanna Kanagal starring Jayanti, Ambarish and Aparna. Masanada Hoove is the last movie by Puttanna Kanagal and he died before completing it. His friend and director KSL Swamy completed the film....
, Elu Suttina Kote
Elu Suttina Kote
Elu Suttina Kote is critically acclaimed, Kannada language, movie directed by Gowrishankar starring Ambarish and Gouthami. The movie is loosely based on Russian Novel Crime and Punishment, written by well known author Fyodor Dostoyevsky. It enjoys cult classic status in Kannada cinema industry....
and the Malayalam film Gaanam were critically acclaimed. He also acted with legend Dr. Rajkumar. He is well known as Mandyada Gandu, Kaliyuga Karna (for his generosity), and Rebel Star. He has been awarded the State award, NTR Award by Andhra Pradesh Government and Film Fare Award (lifetime achievement award). He was the first Kannada actor to inaugurate the Mysore Dasara
Mysore Dasara
Mysore Dasara is the Nadahabba of the state of Karnataka. It is also called Navaratri and is a 10-day festival with the last day being Vijayadashami, the most auspicious day of Dasara. Dasara usually falls in the month of September or October...
festival from the government of Karnataka.
Political career
Ambareesh was elected to the 12th Lok SabhaLok Sabha
The Lok Sabha or House of the People is the lower house of the Parliament of India. Members of the Lok Sabha are elected by direct election under universal adult suffrage. As of 2009, there have been fifteen Lok Sabhas elected by the people of India...
from Mandya
Mandya (Lok Sabha constituency)
Mandya Lok Sabha constituency is one of the 28 Lok Sabha constituencies in Karnataka state in southern India. This constituency covers the entire Mandya district and part of Mysore district.-Assembly segments:...
Parliamentary Constituency as member of the Janata Dal
Janata Dal
Janata Dal is an Indian political party which was formed through the merger of Janata Party factions, the Lok Dal, Congress, and the Jan Morcha led by V. P...
. He later joined the Indian National Congress
Indian National Congress
The Indian National Congress is one of the two major political parties in India, the other being the Bharatiya Janata Party. It is the largest and one of the oldest democratic political parties in the world. The party's modern liberal platform is largely considered center-left in the Indian...
and has since continued to represent the same Mandya Lok Sabha constituency for two more terms. He was minister of state for Information and Broadcasting in the 14th Lok Sabha
14th Lok Sabha
The 14th Lok Sabha was convened after the Indian general election, 2004 held in four phases during 20 April – 10 May 2004, which led to the formation of First Manmohan Singh Cabinet...
, but resigned over his dissatisfaction with the Cauvery Dispute Tribunal award, though the resignation was not formally accepted. He was defeated in the May 2009 General Elections.
During the course of his public life, he has held the following positions:
- Member, 12th Lok Sabha: 1998-1999
- Member, 13th Lok Sabha: 1999-2004
- Member, 14th Lok Sabha: 2004-2009
- Minister of StateMinister of StateMinister of State is a title borne by politicians or officials in certain countries governed under a parliamentary system. In some countries a "minister of state" is a junior minister, who is assigned to assist a specific cabinet minister...
, in the Ministry of Information and BroadcastingMinistry of Information and Broadcasting (India)The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is a branch of the Government of India is the apex body for formulation and administration of the rules and regulations and laws relating to information, broadcasting, the press and films in India....
, from 24 October 2006 to 2008. - Resigned as the Minister of state in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, protesting against the injustice done to KarnatakaKarnatakaKarnataka , the land of the Kannadigas, is a state in South West India. It was created on 1 November 1956, with the passing of the States Reorganisation Act and this day is annually celebrated as Karnataka Rajyotsava...
by Kaveri dispute tribunal in 2008.
Minister in UPA
M.H. Ambareesh joined the cabinet of Prime Minister Manmohan SinghManmohan Singh
Manmohan Singh is the 13th and current Prime Minister of India. He is the only Prime Minister since Jawaharlal Nehru to return to power after completing a full five-year term. A Sikh, he is the first non-Hindu to occupy the office. Singh is also the 7th Prime Minister belonging to the Indian...
as a Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (India)
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is a branch of the Government of India is the apex body for formulation and administration of the rules and regulations and laws relating to information, broadcasting, the press and films in India....
. He took the oath on 24 October 2006.
He however resigned from the Union Council of Ministers over the cauvery issue on 15 February 2007.
Personal life
Amabareesh married actress SumalathaSumalatha
Sumalatha is a popular Indian film actress. She has acted in more than 200 films in Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi movies.-Early life:...
on 8 December 1991 at the age of 39 and they have a son named Abishek.
Filmography
- Naagara Haavu
- Antha
- Chakravyuha
- Mrugalaya
- Gajendra
- Naagarahaavu
- Amarnath
- Nyaya Neethi Dharma
- Ranganayaki
- Odahuttidavaru
- Jaggu (1983)
- Paduvarahalli Pandavaru
- Nammura Hammera
- Hrudaya Hadithu
- Masanada Hoovu
- Mamatheya Madilu
- Olavina udugore
- Elu suttina kote
- Indrajit
- Diggajaru
- Mandyada Gandu
- Gandaberunda
- Ajith
- Bazar Beema
- Mannina Doni
- Munjaaneya Manju
- Abhishek
- Profecer
- Kaliyuga Karna
- Suryodaya
- Kempu surya
- Kempu Gulabi
- Vijaya Khadga
- Jaaki
- Sneyitara Savaal
- Sneha sedu
- Mooru Janma
- Sapthapadi
- Bharjari BeteBharjari BeteBharjari Bete is Indian Kannada language film starring Ambarish and Shankar Nag.The movie is inspired from Mackenna's Gold movie....
- Bedi
- Aperation Antha
- Pandavaru
- Annavru
- Kadeema Kallaru
- Solillada Saradaara
- Mysoru jaana
- Rowdy MLA
- Amara Jyothi
- Inspektar Krantikumar
- Matsara
- Prema Matsara
- Habba
- Sri Manjunatha
- Jai Karnataka
- Shankar Sundar
- Asha (1987) (Co-Actors: Arjun SarjaArjun SarjaArjun Sarja is an Indian film actor and director. Son of Kannada film star Shakti Prasad, he has primarily acted in Tamil films, and also appeared in Kannada and Telugu films. The title "Action King" has been given to Arjun by fans, for the numerous roles he has portrayed in action films. He is...
, VajramuniVajramuniVajramuni was an actor in the Kannada film industry who acted in more than 300 movies. He died at the age of 62.. He had been suffering from protracted kidney-related illness and was on dialysis for a couple of years...
, Charan RajCharan RajCharan Raj is an Indian film actor, director, music director, film producer and writer, primarily works in Tamil and other southern languages. Charan Raj is known for his outstanding performances in films like Gentleman, Indrudu Chandrudu and Kartavyam. He was also a part of Rajanikanth Hits Phool...
; Directed By A T Raghu; Produced By R F Manik Chand; Music By G K Venkatesh) - Shanti Kranti (1991) (Co-Actors:V. RavichandranV. RavichandranV. Ravichandran is an actor, director, producer, music director, Editor and lyricist in the Kannada film industry. He is the son of film producer N. Veeraswamy. As producer, Ravichandran continues to run his father's production house, Sri Eswari Productions...
, Juhi ChawlaJuhi ChawlaJuhi Chawla is an Indian actress, film producer and television presenter.After being crowned as the winner of the Miss India beauty contest in 1984, Chawla pursued an acting career...
, Kushboo, RameshRamesh AravindRamesh Aravind or Ramesh is a popular Kannada, Tamil and Telugu movie actor. He is considered one of the most versatile actors in Indian cinema.-Early days:...
, Anant NagAnant NagAnant Nagarkatte popularly known as Anant Nag is an actor and politician from Karnataka, India. He is considered to be one of the all time greatest actors in the Kannada film industry with a vast number of commercially successful movies. As a result, he is popularly known as an actor with...
; Directed By V Ravichandran ; Produced By N Veeraswamy; Music By HamsalekhaHamsalekhaHamsalekha is a music director and lyricist in the Kannada film industry. He also writes screenplays and dialogues for movies. He has composed music for over 300 feature films and has written lyrics for 300-odd feature films. He has also composed for Tamil and Telugu films...
) - Kalyanotsava
- Ranaberi
- Goonda Guru
- Antinta gandu nanalla
- Aapatbaandava
- New Delhi
- Toni
- Avala Hejje
- Antima Teerpu
- Avatara Purusha
- Vijaya Kankana
- Hrudaya Sangama
- Midida Hrudayagalu
- Jayaberi
- Guru Jagadguru
- Garuda Dwaja
- Rani Maharani
- Hankangnalli Egent Amar
- Brahma Vishnu Maheswara
- Puksatte ganda Hotte tumba unda
- Karnana Sampattu
- Kallarali Huvagi
- Entede Banta
- Chaduranga
- Devarelliddane
- Devaramaga
- Gowdru
- Mega Mandara
- Tandege Takka maga
- Bhanda nan ganda
- Raja Maharaja
- Poorna Chandra
- Devaragudi
- Pakka Kalla
- Aranyadalli Abhimanyu
- Vaayuputra
- Ramarajyadalli Rakshasaru (1990) (Co-Actors: Shankarnag, Anantnag, Sudhir, Sonika Gil, Shashikumar, Gayitri, Rameshbhat, Geeta ;Directed By D Rajendra Babu ;Produced By K C N.Mohan; Music By M Ranga Rao)
- Kadana
- Mr raja
- Sirithanakke Saval (1978) (Co-Actors: Vishnuvardhan, Sampath, Ashwath, Vajramuni, Dwarkesh, Manjula, Leelavathi; Directed By Ramanna T R; Music By Vijayabhaskar)
- Utkarsha
- Devara maga
- Aahuthi
- Savathiya neralu
- Karulina kudi
- Ontisalaga
- Gandusidi gunduu
- Veera ParampareVeera ParampareVeera Parampare is an upcoming Kannada language movie starring Ambarish, Sudeep, Aindritha Ray directed by S.Narayan.-Production:The film started its regular shooting from April 2 in Gokak, Bijapur and nearby places.-Detailed Cast:*Ambarish*Sudeep...
- Hosa Theerpu
Awards and recognitions
- Karnataka State Award for Best Actor for Antha in 1982.
- Karnataka State Award for "Best Supporting Actor"(1985–86) in the film Masanada HoovuMasanada HoovuMasanada Hoove is a 1984 Kannada movie by Puttanna Kanagal starring Jayanti, Ambarish and Aparna. Masanada Hoove is the last movie by Puttanna Kanagal and he died before completing it. His friend and director KSL Swamy completed the film....
, directed by Puttana Kanagal - Filmfare Award for Best Actor in the film "Olavina Udugore directed by Rajendra Babu.
- Received NTR National AwardNTR National AwardThe NTR National Award is an annual award to recognize people for their lifetime achievements and contributions to the Indian film industry.NTR National Film Award is an award instituted in the honor of an Indian Film Actor, director, producer, and a politician, N.T. Rama Rao by the state of Andhra...
for the year 2005. - Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award 2010.
- Andhra Government honored Nandhi Award 2009.
- also got puttana kanagal award in 90s but rejected{later went to actor T.N.Bala krishna}