Vikas (actor)
Vikas | |
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 Vikas in 2017 | |
| Born | 9 February Bangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, writer, film director |
| Years active | 1997 –present |
Vikas (born 9 February) is an Indian actor, director, and writer who works predominantly in Karnataka Film Industry.
Personal life
[edit]Vikas was born on 9 February in Bangalore, Karnataka. His major claim to fame was directing Jayammana Maga for Duniya Vijay which was a blockbuster.[1] He is currently acting in the movie Kanadante Mayavadanu (poster) which is slated to be released in the last quarter of 2019.
Career
[edit]Vikas started as an assistant director in Television Serials, fell in love with the editing machine the first time he saw it, and became an editor.[2] Directors working with him offered character roles in serials. Television Serials like Kadambari and Guptagamini gave him recognition as an actor.[3] Vikas made his film debut with the film Nandhi Starring Sudeep where he plays Sudeep's friend.[4] He assisted director Duniya Soori for Jackie (2010) where he also played the role of an antagonist "Parangi Seena" in the movie.[5] He assisted the filmmaker Yogaraj Bhat and co-wrote the film Drama where he was credited for writing the screenplay as "ravikiran".[6] He directed Jayammana Maga starring Duniya Vijay which went on to become a blockbuster.[7] The subject dealt with occult and black magic. The response from critics was equally good. filmibeat gave it a rating of 4/5 stars. stating that the movie was not to be missed.[8] 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. Jayammana Maga Movie Review {3.5/5}: Critic Review of Jayammana Maga by Times of India Bharatstudent rated it 3.25/5 stating that the presentation was rich and the narrative was energetic.[9] He has played a character role in Kaddipudi.[10]
Vikas wrote the story of Doddmane Huduga starring Puneeth Rajkumar which was a commercial success. He was nominated for the best debutant director for the South Indian International Movie Awards in the year 2014.[11]
At present, Vikas is acting in the movie Kaanadante Maayavadanu.[12] He has penned the story along with the debutante Director Raj Pathipati. It is a fantasy film which has a tagline "Love story of a Ghost".[13] The film is in the final stages of Post-production.
Filmography
[edit]| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Film | Role | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Nandhi | Nandhi's friend | [4] | |
| 2004 | Bisi Bisi | Vikky | ||
| 2008 | Inthi Ninna Preethiya | Namana's brother | [2] | |
| 2010 | Jackie | Parangi Seena | ||
| 2011 | Jarasandha | News Anchor | ||
| 2012 | Drama | Co-Writer | [6] | |
| 2013 | Kaddipudi | Friday Hanumantu | ||
| 2013 | Jayammana Maga | Cameo | Director | [14] |
| 2016 | Doddmane Hudga | Story Credits | [4] | |
| 2019 | DK Bose | Cop | ||
| 2019 | Kaanadante Maayavadanu | Rummy | [15] |
References
[edit]- ^ "Vijay Back In Form With Jayammana Maga". www.filmibeat.com. 21 August 2013.
- ^ a b "Jayamma's daddy is back - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ^ "Vikas plays leading man". The Hindu.
- ^ a b c "Nandi Preview, Nandi Story & Synopsis, Nandi Kannada Movie". FilmiBeat.
- ^ "Jackie Movie Review {4/5}: Critic Review of Jackie by Times of India" – via timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
- ^ a b "Drama Preview, Drama Story & Synopsis, Drama Kannada Movie". FilmiBeat.
- ^ "Vikas debut Jayammana Maga a BO hit?". The Times of India. Retrieved 13 June 2019.
- ^ Tantri, Balraj (16 August 2013). "Jayammana Maga Review". www.filmibeat.com.
- ^ "Jayammana Maga Movie Review| Jayammana Maga Movie Review Rating| Kannada Movie Reviews". Bharatstudent.
- ^ "Director Ravikiran Vikas turns hero with Kaanadante Maayavadanu". Cinema Express.
- ^ V.P, Nicy (21 July 2014). "SIIMA 2014 Kannada Nominations: Sudeep, Yash, Darshan, Upendra and Shivarajkumar Rated as Best Actors". International Business Times, India Edition.
- ^ "Director Ravikiran Vikas turns hero with Kaanadante Maayavadanu". The New Indian Express.
- ^ "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.