Sudha Belawadi (born 28 February 1970) is an Indian actress known for her work in Kannada cinema and television. She is also a theatre artist in Karnataka, India. Some of her notable films include Mathadana (2001), Mungaru Male (2006), Moggina Manasu (2008), Kaadu (1973).
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Career
Belawadi acted as a child in films such as Bhootayyana Maga Ayyu (1974). She continued acting as an adult and has been a part of more than 70 films, many drama (theatre) plays, and soaps/serials Manthana, Manvanthara, Mahaparva.
Belawadi received a major break in films when she played the mother of Ganesh's character in Mungaru Male (2006). She noted: "Playing Ganesh's mom in the film was one of the most memorable roles because it was written so well."
Personal life
Belawadi is the daughter of Bhargavi Narayan, an actress, and Belavadi Nanjundaiah Narayana (a.k.a. Makeup Nani), a Kannada film actor, and a makeup artist. Her siblings are Sujatha, Prakash and Pradeep. Prakash is a theatre, film, television and media personality, and a National Film Award recipient, for his directorial Stumble in 2002.
Belawadi is married to M. G. Sathya Rao and their children are Shantanu and Samyukta Hornad. Samyukta is also an actress.
Filmography
Films
All films are in Kannada, unless otherwise noted.
