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'''Rishi''' is an Indian film actor, who works mainly in [[Kannada cinema]]. An engineering graduate, he was an active theatre artist before venturing into the Kannada film industry. He rose to fame with the 2017 blockbuster film [[Operation Alamelamma]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/movie-reviews/230717/operation-alamelamma-movie-review-get-abducted-for-fun-and-entertainment.html|title=Operation Alamelamma movie review: Get abducted for fun and entertainment|date=2017-07-23|work=deccanchronicle.com/|access-date=2017-12-15|language=en}}</ref> |
'''Rishi''' is an Indian film actor, who works mainly in [[Kannada cinema]]. An engineering graduate, he was an active theatre artist before venturing into the Kannada film industry. He rose to fame with the 2017 blockbuster film [[Operation Alamelamma]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/movie-reviews/230717/operation-alamelamma-movie-review-get-abducted-for-fun-and-entertainment.html|title=Operation Alamelamma movie review: Get abducted for fun and entertainment|date=2017-07-23|work=deccanchronicle.com/|access-date=2017-12-15|language=en}}</ref> |
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| Occupation(s) | Actor, Former Radio Jockey |
| Years active | 2014 - Present |
| Relatives | RJ Nethra (Sister) |
Rishi is an Indian film actor, who works mainly in Kannada cinema. An engineering graduate, he was an active theatre artist before venturing into the Kannada film industry. He rose to fame with the 2017 blockbuster film Operation Alamelamma.[1]
Early Life and Education
Rishi was born in Bangalore, Karnataka, India and bought up in Mysore, Karnataka, India. He did his schooling from St. Joseph's School, Mysore and Pre - University course from Marimallappa 's College, Mysore. He went on to attend Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE), Mysore, pursuing a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering.[2]
During his engineering days, Rishi developed a keen interest in acting and started performing with various amateur theatre groups in Mysore. He was in charge of the dramatics team at his college and also worked as a Radio Jockey outside.[3]
Career
Through campus placement upon graduation, he got a job in a company and entered a brief corporate stint. Following this, he quit his job to become an entrepreneur in the retail interiors and merchandising field.
Rishi continued to perform with established theatre groups in Bangalore until one day, he got an opportunity to act in a television serial Anuroopa,[4] which was telecast on Star Suvarna. His character portrayal in the serial won him Best Actor consecutively for two years at the Star Suvarna Parivar awards.
In 2016, director Suni of Simple Agi Ondh Love Story fame noticed his acting and cast him for his thriller comedy film Operation Alamelamma.[5][6] The film became one of the major blockbuster hits of 2017,[7] also releasing in countries like USA and Europe.[8][9] Rishi gained wide acclaim for his debut lead role of Purmy,[10] a vegetable vendor.
Rishi is currently shooting for his next film Kavalu Daari, directed by Hemanth Rao of Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu fame and produced by Puneeth Rajkumar, under his production PRK Productions.[11][12] He also has an untitled project being produced by Tamil actor and producer Dhanush in the works.[13][14][15][16]
Personal life
Rishi’s lives primarily in Bangalore. He is the younger sibling of popular radio jockey, actor and Bigg Boss Kannada 3 contestant RJ Nethra[17]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Television | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Anuroopa | Star Suvarna |
Films
| Year | Film | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Ka | |
| 2016 | Money Honey Shani | |
| 2017 | Operation Alamelamma | Debut as a lead |
| 2018 | Kavalu Daari | Filming |
References
- ^ "Operation Alamelamma movie review: Get abducted for fun and entertainment". deccanchronicle.com/. 2017-07-23. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "As an actor, you are forced to be on your toes at all times: Rishi - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "Thriller nights for Rishi". deccanchronicle.com/. 2017-06-28. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ Daithotal, Madhu (Dec 19, 2016). "TV has a reach that even films aspire to garner: Rishi". https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
{{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter:|dead-url=(help); External link in|website= - ^ "Manish Rishi set to make Sandalwood debut with 'Operation Alamelamma'". The News Minute. 2017-06-30. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "Rishi All Set For 'Operation Alamelamma'". Desimartini. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ Upadhyaya, Prakash. "Suni's Operation Alamelamma emerges victorious at the Sandalwood box office". International Business Times, India Edition. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "Kannada thriller 'Operation Alamelamma' theatrical rights bagged by makers of 'Raajakumara'". The News Minute. 2017-05-13. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "Namma global invasion!". deccanchronicle.com/. 2017-08-13. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "Director Suni's 'Operation Alamelamma' to release next month". The News Minute. 2017-06-16. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ Prasad S, Shyam (Jun 23, 2017). "RISHI BAGS SECOND FILM BEFORE HIS FIRST IS OUT". http://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/.
{{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter:|dead-url=(help); External link in|website= - ^ "Rishi as police officer in thrilling Kavalu Daari". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "Rishi to lead in Dhanush's Sandalwood debut". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "After Malayalam, Dhanush eyes the Kannada industry". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "Rishi's next will see Dhanush's backing - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "Dhanush ropes in 'Operation Alamelamma' star for Sandalwood debut". The News Minute. 2017-10-10. Retrieved 2017-12-15.
- ^ "Rishi in a thriller film - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2017-12-15.