Girish Kasaravalli - Actor Profile

Girish Kasaravalli

Directing
Updated: May 15, 2026
3Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 3, 1950
Birth Place: India

About Girish Kasaravalli

Girish Kasaravalli is an Indian film director, in the Kannada cinema, and one of the pioneers of the Parallel Cinema. Known internationally for his works, Kasaravalli has garnered fourteen National Film Awards, including four Best Feature Films; Ghatashraddha (1977), Tabarana Kathe (1986), Thaayi Saheba (1997) and Dweepa (2002). In 2011, he was awarded Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award by Government of India.

Girish Kasaravalli Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Girish Kasaravalli reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 3 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Girish Kasaravalli's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 33% of Girish Kasaravalli's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Celluloid Man, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Girish Kasaravalli Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Girish Kasaravalli's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Girish Kasaravalli has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Girish Kasaravalli - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Girish Kasaravalli?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Girish Kasaravalli is "Celluloid Man" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Girish Kasaravalli acted in?

Girish Kasaravalli has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.

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