Naveen D Padil
| Naveen D. Padil | |
|---|---|
| Born |
11 November 1969 Padil, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2008–present |
Naveen D. Padil (born 11 November 1969) is an Indian theatre and film actor who has performed in over a thousand plays mostly in Tulu language. Known widely in the circles of Tulu theatre from his acting performances as a "Master of Comedy and Tragedy", he is called "Kusalda Arase" (The King of Happiness). He is known mainly for his portrayal of comical characters. Padil along with Devadas Kapikad and Aravind Bolar formed a famous trio that appeared in Tulu comical stage plays during the 1990s and early 2000s.
In the late-2000s, alongside his theatre career, Padil began his film career, appearing in Tulu films primarily. He has appeared in popular Tulu films such as Oriyardori Asal (2011), Telikeda Bolli (2012) and Chaali Polilu (2014). He also appeared in a supporting role in the 2011 Kannada film, Jarasandha. In 2014, in recognition of his contribution to theatre, he was awarded at the 24th annual Sandesha Awards in the Arts segment. His performance in the 2016 Tulu film Kudla Cafe won him the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actor.
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