Krishna (Kannada actor) explained

Krishna
Birth Date:12 June 1985
Birthname:Sunil Kumar N.
Birth Place:Mysuru, Karnataka, India
Yearsactive:2009–present
Other Names:Darling Krishna

Nagappa Sunil Kumar (born 12 June 1985), known professionally as Darling Krishna, is an Indian actor who primarily works in Kannada films. He is a recipient of several accolades including a Filmfare Awards South and a South Indian International Movie Award.[1]

Krishna made his film debut with Jackie (2010). For his performance in the 2013 film Madarangi, he received SIIMA Award for Best Male Debut – Kannada nomination.[2] Post his debut, Krishna starred in the Kannada soap-opera Krishna Rukmini. Krishna's career marked a turning point with his directorial debut Love Mocktail (2020) and its sequel Love Mocktail 2 (2022).[3] He won Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor – Kannada and SIIMA Award for Best Film – Kannada, for the former. Further success came with Lucky Man (2022) and Kousalya Supraja Rama (2023).

Krishna is married to his frequent co-actor Milana Nagaraj.

Early life

Darling Krishna was born as Sunil Kumar N. on 12 June 1985 in Mysore, Karnataka.[4] [5] His father Nagappa, is a retired police officer. He completed his MBA from Bangalore.[6]

Career

Debut and early work (2010–2019)

Darling Krishna started his career as an assistant director for Duniya Soori in Jackie in 2010. He also played a CID officer in the film.[7] He then did a special role in Hudugaru in 2011.[8] Darling Krishna then portrayed the titular role in the Kannada soap-opera "Krishna Rukmini".

Darling Krishna's first lead role came in 2013, with Madarangi opposite Sushma Raj. It was a box office success.[9] B.S. Srivani of Deccan Herald noted, "Krishna manages to hold his own but a smug smile or a fixed grimace won’t carry the day for long."[10]

He had two releases in 2015. He first appeared in Rudra Tandava. The New Indian Express stated, "Krishna is placed well in his role."[11] He next portrayed the titular role opposite Vaishali Deepak in Charlie.[12] Krishna had two releases in 2016 too. He first appeared in Doddmane Hudga, a commercial success.[13] Times of Indias Sunayana Suresh mentioned, "Darling Krishna has a role that is pivotal to the film's plot and delivers."[14] He next portrayed John in John Jani Janardhan.[15]

In 2017, he portrayed a bar accountant opposite Teju in Mumbai. Times of India said, "Darling Krishna has all the qualities of a good commercial hero, but the film fails him despite him putting his all."[16] He next portrayed a MLA aspirant in Jaali Baaru Mattu Poli Hudugaru opposite Mansi Vasudeva, which had a delayed release later that year.[17] In 2018, he portrayed Raam opposite Shravya Rao in Huccha 2.[18] Times of India mentioned, "Darling Krishna is earnest as Raam and has done a good job."[19]

Directorial debut and success (2020–2022)

Krishna ventured into direction and production in 2020 with Love Mocktail, which proved as a major turning point in his career. He portrayed a software engineer opposite Milana Nagaraj, who co-produced the film.[20] It became a critical and commercial success. Aravind Shwetha of The News Minute noted, "Darling Krishna has managed both acting and direction with responsibility. His performance is up to the mark, especially as a doting husband."[21] The New Indian Express stated, "Krishna's role as Adi, who comes in different shades, is done with perfection."[22]

In 2021, he appeared in a special song in Kotigobba 3.[23] He portrayed a steward in SriKrishna@gmail.com opposite Bhavana.[24] Vivek M V of Deccan Herald stated, "Darling Krishna's easy-style acting is likebale."[25]

Krishna had four releases in 2022. He first reprised his role in Love Mocktail 2 opposite Milana Nagaraj. It became a box office success.[26] Deccan Herald stated, "Krishna sticks to the strengths of the much-loved 2020 romantic drama and does his part well."[27] Times of India stated that Krishna is "endearing and entertaining".[28] He next appeared opposite Meenakshi Dixit in the much delayed film Local Train.[29] Krishna appeared opposite Sangeetha Sringeri and Roshni Prakash in Lucky Man.[30] Cinema Express mentioned, "Krishna delivers a complete performance. He fits perfectly into all phases of the character."[31] In his last film of the year, he portrayed a IT engineer opposite Nishvika Naidu and Megha Shetty.[32] News18 wrote, "Darling Krishna’s performance will keep you glued to your seats."[33]

Career progression (2023–present)

In 2023, Krishna first appeared opposite Nimika Ratnakar in Mr. Bachelor. Cinema Express stated, "Krishna brings in all-around entertainment and gets to showcase a bit of his dancing skills."[34] He then portrayed a software engineer opposite Milana Nagaraj in Love Birds.[35] The New Indian Express found his performance to be "natural and poignant". While Times of India wrote, "Krishna and Milana impress with their performance as a couple that is very much in love, but are unable to see through their differences."[36] [37] Krishna later portrayed a chauvinist in Kousalya Supraja Rama opposite Milana Nagaraj and Brinda Acharya. The film became a critical and commercial success.[38] [39] A. Sharadhaa of The New Indian Express noted, "Krishna’s portrayal of his character in two shades mirrors the reality of many households in society and his performance adds depth to the movie."[40] In his last release of the year, Krishna played a wedding planner in love in, Sugar Factory opposite Sonal Monteiro.[41] Y Maheswara Reddy of Bangalore Mirror stated, "Krishna, excels as a lover boy. He remains convincing as a casual as well as a true lover."[42]

Krishna will next appear in Love Me Or Hate Me opposite Rachita Ram.[43]

Personal life

Sunil Kumar changed his name to Krishna, after the success of his first Kannada serial, Krishna Rukmini (2011).[44]

Krishna met actress Milana Nagaraj on the sets of the 2013 film Nam Duniya Nam Style.[45] They eventually started dating in 2015. Krishna married Milana Nagaraj on 14 February 2021, in a private traditional ceremony on the outskirts of Bengaluru.[46] [47]

Other work and media image

Krishna is one of the most promising actor in the Kannada cinema.[48] His first film as the lead, Madarangi, earned him the title "Darling Krishna". In 2020, Krishna was placed 12th in Bangalore Times' 30 Most Desirable Men list.[49]

Darling Krishna started his own production house "Krishna Talkies" in 2020. He has co-produced Love Mocktail (2020) and Love Mocktail 2 (2022) under the same.[50] He won SIIMA Award for Best Film – Kannada for the former. He next produced Kousalya Supraja Rama (2023), a commercial success.[51]

Filmography

Films

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YearTitleRole NotesRef.
2010 Jackie CID OfficerUncredited
2011 Dandam Dashagunam Police officercredited as Sunil
HudugaruPrabhu's friend Uncredited
2013 Madarangi Manu
Nam Duniya Nam StyleYogi
2015 Rudra Tandava Kumar
Charlie Cheluvanarayana Swamy
2016 Doddmane Hudga Krishna
John Jani Janardhan John
2017 Mumbai Jakathi
Jaali Baaru Mattu Poli Hudugaru Santhosh Kumar
2018 Huccha 2 Raam
2020 Love Mocktail Aditya "Adi"
2021Kotigobba 3Himself Special appearance in song "Akashane Adarisuva"
SriKrishna@gmail.comSathya[52] [53]
2022Love Mocktail 2Aditya "Adi"
Local Train Santhosh
Lucky Man Arjun Nagappa[54] [55]
DilpasandSantosh[56]
2023Mr. BachelorKarthik [57] [58]
Love Birds Deepak
Kousalya Supraja RamaRam Siddegowda[59]
Sugar FactoryArya
2024Love Me Or Hate MeFilming[60]
TBA FatherFilming[61]

Other crew positions

YearTitleRole Ref.
2010 Jackie Assistant director [62]
2011 Dandam Dashagunam
Hudugaru
2020 Love Mocktail Director, Writer and Producer
2022Love Mocktail 2[63]
2023 Kousalya Supraja RamaProducer[64]

Television

Accolades

Year Award Category FilmResult Ref.
2014South Indian International Movie AwardsBest Male Debut – KannadaMadarangi[65]
2021Chandanavana Film Critics Academy AwardsBest FilmLove Mocktail[66]
Best Director
Best Actor
Best Screenplay
Best Dialogue Writer
South Indian International Movie AwardsBest Film – Kannada[67]
Best Director – Kannada
Best Actor – Kannada
2022Filmfare Awards SouthBest Director – Kannada[68]
Best Actor – Kannada
Best Actor Critics – Kannada
2023South Indian International Movie AwardsBest Film – KannadaLove Mocktail 2[69]
Best Director – Kannada
Chandanavana Film Critics Academy AwardsBest Screenplay [70]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Krishna new hero arrives! . 29 September 2014 . https://web.archive.org/web/20141111101018/http://www.supergoodmovies.com/48806/sandalwood/krishna-new-hero-arrives-news-details . 11 November 2014 . dead .
  2. Web site: Kannada stars take on their character names . Times of India . 12 September 2015.
  3. News: Krishna wears multiple hats for love mocktail – The New Indian Express . 7 January 2020 . The New Indian Express . 21 October 2019.
  4. News: Darling Krishna Birthday: Darling Krishna's Birthday Celebration, Special Gift from Dil Pasand Film Team . News18 Kannada . 12 June 2022.
  5. News: Happy Birthday Darling Krishna: From 'Madarangi' to 'Love Mocktail', a look at the best movies in the actor's career . 12 June 2022 . Times of India.
  6. News: Vivek M.V. . DNHS . Darling Krishna is here to stay! . 30 December 2022 . Deccan Herald.
  7. http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report_sandalwoods-super-run_1510427 Sandalwood’s super run – Jackie
  8. Web site: 2011: Success rate of Kannada films increased . News18 . 29 December 2011 . India . 2019-05-17.
  9. Web site: Sunil Kumar is excited about Madarangi . Lokesh. Vinay. 19 May 2013. The Times of India.
  10. Web site: Love and friendship in a dangerous tangle. 11 May 2013. Deccan Herald. B. S.. Srivani.
  11. Web site: Rudratandava's Magic Lies in its Many Twists. The New Indian Express. 28 February 2015.
  12. Web site: Madarangi fame Krishna is now Charlie – Exclusive . Chitraloka . 16 September 2015.
  13. Web site: 'Dodmane Hudga' Launched. Indiaglitz. https://web.archive.org/web/20170624053941/http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/kannada/article/127182.html. 24 June 2017. 6 March 2015 . 10 March 2015.
  14. Web site: Doddmane Hudga Movie Review . Sunayana Suresh . Times of India . 25 September 2017.
  15. News: Meet John Jani Janardhan.... Times of India. 7 April 2016. Pratibha. Joy. 28 March 2019.
  16. Web site: Darling Krishna's Mumbai Movie Review . Sunayana Suresh . Times of India . 25 November 2018.
  17. Web site: JAALI BAARU MATTU POLI HUDUGARU MOVIE REVIEW . 22 April 2015 . Times of India .
  18. Web site: Huchcha-2 cast and crew finalized . . 9 August 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20141208085203/http://www.sify.com/movies/huchcha-2-cast-and-crew-finalized-news-kannada-omerwWfeahagh.html . 8 December 2014 . dead.
  19. Web site: Darling Krishna's Huccha 2 Movie Review . Sunayana Suresh . Times of India . 25 December 2018.
  20. Web site: I was inspired by the Tamil film '96' to make 'Love Mocktail': Director Krishna. The New Indian Express. 10 March 2020.
  21. Web site: 'Love Mocktail' review: This pleasant romcom strikes all the right notes. The News Minute. 20 March 2020.
  22. Web site: 'Love Mocktail' Movie Review: Mocktail of emotions with a musical hangover . The New Indian Express. 22 March 2020.
  23. News: Grand sets built for Sudeep's 'Kotigobba 3' . 26 February 2020 . The News Minute.
  24. Web site: Actor Krishna to play steward in Nagashekar's 'Srikrishna@gmail.com'. 2021-11-05. The New Indian Express.
  25. Web site: 2021-10-16. Shrikrishna@gmail.com: A middling romantic drama. 2021-11-05. Deccan Herald. en.
  26. Web site: Darling Krishna: Love Mocktail has allowed me to win many hearts. 11 June 2021. Cinema Express. en.
  27. Web site: 'Love Mocktail 2' Movie Review: The magic is still intact. Deccan Herald. 11 February 2022.
  28. Web site: 11 February 2022. Love Mocktail 2 Movie Review : A heart-warming journey, filled with loads of laughter. The Times of India.
  29. Web site: 15 April 2022. Local Train Movie Review: This Darling Krishna-starrer train goes nowhere. The Times of India.
  30. Web site: 2022-07-25 . Luckyman teaser: Late Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar plays God in romantic drama . 2022-09-16 . The Indian Express.
  31. Web site: Lucky Man Movie Review: Appu as Paramathma strikes an emotional chord . 2022-09-16 . Cinema Express.
  32. Web site: Dilpasand Movie: Showtimes, Review, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos eTimes . 2022-11-21 . Times of India.
  33. Web site: Dil Pasand Review: Darling Krishna Shines In This Otherwise Average Kannada Film . 2022-11-21 . News18 . en.
  34. Web site: Mr. Bachelor Movie Review: An effective timepass entertainer. Cinema Express. 25 January 2023.
  35. Web site: Darling Krishna-Milana Nagaraj: ಲವ್ ಬರ್ಡ್ಸ್ ಚಿತ್ರದಲ್ಲಿ ಪಳ ಪಳ ಹಾಡು!. News18 Kannada. 5 February 2023.
  36. Web site: Love Birds Movie Review: A mature take on the highs and lows of marriage. The New Indian Express. 20 February 2023.
  37. Web site: Love Birds Movie Review: Love Birds is a warm take on what comes after happily ever after. Times of India. 17 February 2023.
  38. News: Darling Krishna's 'Kousalya Supraja Rama' gets a release date. 1 July 2023. 22 August 2023. The Hindu.
  39. Web site: Hostel Hudugaru, Kousalya Supraja Rama & Aachar & Co: Encouraging box office weekend for Kannada cinema . 2023-11-12 . OTTPlay . en.
  40. News: 'Kousalya Supraja Rama' review: A refreshing take on ‘real men’ and women’s Resilience . The New Indian Express . 2 August 2023 . 28 July 2023 .
  41. Web site: Pub background tells the story of Sugar Factory: Deepak Aras. The New Indian Express. 19 November 2023.
  42. Web site: Sugar Factory Movie Review: A Cautionary Tale. Bangalore Mirror. 28 November 2023.
  43. Web site: Darling Krishna and Rachita Ram team up for the first time, for a romantic caper . 2021-09-15. The Times of India. en.
  44. Web site: How actor Sunil Kumar, who debuted with Krishna Rukmini, became Darling Krishna. http://web.archive.org/web/20210615130831/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/kannada/tuesday-trivia-heres-how-actor-sunil-kumar-who-debuted-with-krishna-rukmini-became-darling-krishna/articleshow/83539716.cms. dead. 2021-06-15. The Times Of India. 15 June 2021.
  45. Web site: Real life couple Krishna and Milana open up on working together for 'Love Mocktail'. The News Minute. 14 September 2020.
  46. Web site: ವೈವಾಹಿಕ ಜೀವನಕ್ಕೆ ಕಾಲಿಟ್ಟ ನಟ ಡಾರ್ಲಿಂಗ್ ಕೃಷ್ಣ, ಮಿಲನಾ ನಾಗರಾಜ್!. Vijay Karnataka. Padmashree Bhat. 15 February 2021.
  47. Web site: KrissMi Wedding: Kannada stars Darling Krishna and Milana Nagaraj tie the knot!. The Times Of India. 14 February 2021.
  48. Web site: Exclusive: Meet 5 Actors Who Have Promising Futures In Kannada Cinema. The Times of India. 13 February 2023.
  49. Web site: Presenting the 30 hunks who made it to the Bangalore Times' Most Desirable Men of 2020 list. The Times of India. 14 August 2021.
  50. Web site: 12 December 2021. Team 'Love Mocktail 2' sets up a valentine's date with fans. The Times of India.
  51. Web site: SIIMA 2021: Mahesh Babu and Rashmika Mandanna win big for Maharshi and Dear Comrade, check out full winners list. The Indian Express . 19 September 2021.
  52. Web site: Darling Krishna starrer 'Srikrishna@gmail.com' enters last leg of shoot – Times of India. 2021-09-15. The Times of India. en.
  53. Web site: EXCLUSIVE! Bhavana to be paired alongside Darling Krishna in srikrishna@gmail.com – Times of India. 2021-09-15. The Times of India. en.
  54. Web site: Darling Krishna shoots for Nagendra Prasad's directorial project post wedding – Times of India. 2021-09-15. The Times of India. en.
  55. Web site: Darling Krishna to share screen space with Puneeth Rajkumar in Nagendra Prasad's directorial debut? – Times of India. 2021-09-15. The Times of India. en.
  56. Web site: Nishvika Naidu, Megha Shetty to star alongside Krishna in Shiva Tejass' directorial – The New Indian Express.
  57. Web site: Darling Krishna teams up with Nimika Ratnakar for his next – Times of India. 2021-09-15. The Times of India. en.
  58. Web site: Darling Krishna forges on with an array of exciting projects – Times of India. 2021-09-15. The Times of India. en.
  59. Web site: Kousalya Supraja Rama: 'ಇಂಗ್ಲಿಷ್‌ ಸಾಕಾಗಿತ್ತು 'ಕೌಸಲ್ಯಾ ಸುಪ್ರಜಾ ರಾಮ'ದಿಂದ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಿಕ್ತು'; ಶಶಾಂಕ್‌ ಜತೆ ಕೈ ಜೋಡಿಸಿದ ಕೃಷ್ಣ... Hindustan Times Kannada. 6 January 2023.
  60. Web site: 10 September 2021. Love Me Or Hate Me Movie: ಡಾರ್ಲಿಂಗ್ ಕೃಷ್ಣ-ರಚಿತಾ ರಾಮ್ ಅಭಿನಯದ ಸಿನಿಮಾಗೆ ಕ್ಲ್ಯಾಪ್ ಮಾಡಿದ ಮಿಲನಾ ನಾಗರಾಜ್. 24 September 2021. News18 Kannada. kn.
  61. Web site: 15 July 2024. Sandalwood Shoots: Darling Krishna and Prakash Raj commence Father's shoot. 18 July 2024. Bangalore Mirror.
  62. News: 2013-10-07 . Krishna's second film is Jolly Baru . The Times of India . 2023-07-31 . 0971-8257.
  63. Web site: Darling Krishna and Co. wrap up 'Love Mocktail 2' – Times of India. 2021-09-15. The Times of India. en.
  64. Web site: Darling Krishna's 'Golden Opportunity' For New Talents To Star In Kousalya Supraja Rama . 19 December 2022 . News18 India . en.
  65. News: Seshagiri . Sangeetha . SIIMA 2014 Telugu Nominations: Pawan Kalyan's 'Attarintiki Daredi' Nominated in 12 categories . July 22, 2014 . IB Times . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20150125160946/http://www.ibtimes.co.in/siima-2014-telugu-nominations-pawan-kalyans-attarintiki-daredi-nominated-12-categories-list-604920 . January 25, 2015.
  66. Web site: Chandanavana Film Critics Academy Awards: Love Mocktail, Dia, Gentleman Dominate Nomination List. 13 February 2021. IB Times. 12 June 2021.
  67. Web site: 2021-09-21. Manju Warrier, Suriya, Krishna, others win at SIIMA Awards: Full list of winners. live. The News Minute. https://web.archive.org/web/20210921174049/https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/manju-warrier-suriya-others-win-siima-awards-full-list-winners-155560 . 21 September 2021.
  68. Web site: 67th Parle Filmfare Awards South 2022 with Kamar Film Factory . Filmfare.com. 18 October 2022.
  69. Web site: K. . Janani . 2023-08-02 . SIIMA 2023 nomination out. 'PS 1', 'RRR', 'KGF 2' and 'Kantara' bag top spots . 2023-08-20 . India Today . en.
  70. Web site: CFC Academy Awards 2023 : ಚಂದನವನ ಫಿಲ್ಮ್ ಕ್ರಿಟಿಕ್ಸ್ ಅಕಾಡೆಮಿ ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ.. ಅತ್ಯುತ್ತಮ ನಟ ರಿಷಬ್, ನಟಿ ಶರ್ಮಿಳಾ. 6 March 2023. Zee News Kannada. 12 November 2023.