He is a theatre actor, director, journalist, politician, environmentalist, activist and an aspiring writer. Having been born to parents who breathe theatre, this gentleman has carved a niche for himself in the world of theatre and movies. His role as ‘George Kutty’ in the Hindi film ‘Airlift’ starring Akshay Kumar earned critical acclaim. He was also seen in the recently released ‘Meri Pyaari Bindu’ starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Parineeti Chopra in which he played Parineeti’s father. His father Nanjundaiah Narayan, popularly known as Make-up Nani, worked as a make-up artiste and actor in Kannada Film Industry while his mother Bhargavi has appeared in many movies and TV soaps. Three of his siblings are also into theatre. Meet the man Prakash Belawadi, who is currently in Mysuru to direct the play ‘Shikari’ for Rangayana. Star of Mysore caught up with the actor at the theatre repertory for an exclusive interview. Excerpts...
SOM: Having directed ‘Gora’ earlier, now you are directing ‘Shikari’ for Rangayana. Share with us your experience.
