Vikas | |
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 Vikas in 2017 | |
| Born | 9 February Bangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Occupations | Actor, writer, film director, editor |
| Years active | 2002–present |
Vikas (born 9 February) is an Indian actor, director, writer and editor, who works in Kannada cinema and television.
Career
Vikas made his film debut with the film Nandhi starring Sudeep where he plays Sudeep's friend. He also an acted in television soaps such as Kadambari and Gupta Gamini. He worked as an assistant director in television serials, fell in love with the editing, and became an editor starting with the serial Sadhane, which was directed by Duniya Soori.[1][2]
He assisted director Duniya Soori for Jackie (2010) where he also played the role of the antagonist in the movie.[3] He assisted the filmmaker Yogaraj Bhat and co-wrote the film Drama where he was credited for writing the screenplay. He directed Jayammana Maga starring Duniya Vijay, which went on to become a blockbuster.[4] The subject dealt with occult and black magic. The response from critics was equally good. The Times of India rated it a 3.5/5 and said, "Vikas has proved that he can be a part of the list of talented directors in Sandalwood".[5] He has played a character role in Kaddipudi.[6]
In 2020, he acted in the fantasy film Kaanadante Maayavadanu.[6] He has penned the story along with the debutante director Raj Pathipati.[7][1]
Filmography
| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Film | Role | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Nandhi | Nandhi's friend | ||
| 2004 | Bisi Bisi | Vikky | ||
| 2008 | Inthi Ninna Preethiya | Namana's brother | [2] | |
| 2010 | Jackie | Parangi Seena | ||
| 2011 | Jarasandha | News Anchor | ||
| 2013 | Kaddipudi | Friday Hanumantu | ||
| Jayammana Maga | Also director; cameo appearance Nominated–SIIMA Award for Best Debut Director – Kannada |
[8] | ||
| 2019 | DK Bose | Cop | ||
| Kaanadante Maayavadanu | Rummy | Also co-writer | [9] |
As director and writer
| Year | Title | Credited as | Notes | Ref | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director | Writer | ||||
| 2012 | Drama | No | Screenplay | credited as Ravikiran | |
| 2013 | Jayammana Maga | Yes | Screenplay | [8] | |
| 2016 | Doddmane Hudga | No | Story | [1] | |
| 2019 | Kaanadante Maayavadanu | No | Story | ||
| 2024 | Karataka Damanaka | No | Yes | ||
References
- Sebastian, Shilpa (5 September 2019). "Vikas plays leading man". The Hindu.
- "Jayamma's daddy is back - Times of India". The Times of India. 15 May 2014.
- "Jackie Movie Review {4/5}: Critic Review of Jackie by Times of India" – via timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
- "Vikas debut Jayammana Maga a BO hit?". The Times of India. 25 August 2013. Retrieved 13 June 2019.
- "Jayammana Maga Movie Review {3.5/5}: Critic Review of Jayammana Maga by Times of India". The Times of India.
- "Director Ravikiran Vikas turns hero with Kaanadante Maayavadanu". Cinema Express. 8 July 2019.
- "Satiating the director is a difficult task". Deccan Herald. 4 August 2016. Retrieved 14 June 2019.
- "Jayammana Maga Movie Review {3.5/5}: Critic Review of Jayammana Maga by Times of India" – via timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
- "Filmmaker Ravi Kiran Vikas to make his debut as a lead in 'Kanadante Mayavadanu' - Times of India". The Times of India. 9 July 2019.