Who is the most handsome Kannada hero of all time?

 There are lot of handsome actors that have graced the silver screen of Karnataka.

However Handsomeness doesn't mean talent.

Dr.Rajkumar (1929–2006) - the greatest Kannada actor and legend was an handsome gentelmen and known for simplicity and down to earth behavior.

Navarasa Nayaka Jaggesh(b.1963- ) - India's answer to Charlie Chaplin and the most talented actor/artist in Karnataka’s Kannada film industry ever is decent in appearance, but has bundle of talent. He's one of the greatest Indian actors still active and a versatile actor.

Shashi Kumar (b.1965-) was very handsome before the 1998 car accident. He was a good dancer and skilled actor

People would say Anant nag (b.1948-) but he was a Konkani not a kannadiga at all. So his mother tongue is Konkani and he grew up mostly in Mumbai along with his younger brother late Shankar Nag (b.1954–d.1990).

Tamilian V. Ravichandran was handsome actor in younger years but he isn't a kannadiga and cannot be considered as a Kannada hero because his mother tongue is Tamil. He's one of the tamilians who found huge success in Karnataka and kannada film land.

Late Vishnuvardhan(1950–2010) was handsome in his initial years when he was young but in his 40’s and 50’s he wasn't considered handsome because he got diabetes at very young age.

Ambarish(1952–2018) was tall, dusky and handsome but later he too was aged bad and average looking after aging due to his high consumption of Alcohol.

Remake star Sudeep (b.1971- ) at 54 doesn't look handsome but many of his blind fans consider him handsome.

Upendra Rao (n.1968-) was handsome in his younger days due to his punk hairstyle and signature style. He is the most stylish actor in Karnataka Kannada film industry. At 57 years he's looks decent and correct for his age.

Upendra now at 58

What is the range of Anil Kapoor, a big hero or a medium hero?

 Film Mr. india which was released in 1987, brought Anil Kapoor a superstardom. It was a block-buster movie, he appeared alongside Sridevi and it was a major turning point in his filmy career. In 1988 his film Tezaab was a big block-buster movie, he had appeared alongside Madhuri Dixit. For this he won his first Filmfare Award for Best Actor.

Before becoming a leading hero in Hindi films, he acted in South films also. In 1980 in Telugu film Vamsa Vruksham, for the first time he appeared as a leading hero, followed by this, he acted in the Kannada film Pallavi Anupallavi in 1983, he did a leading hero role. Though he had a filmy background, in the initial stage of his filmy career he struggled a lot to establish his career. As a leading hero his first Bollywood film was Woh Saath Din in 1983.

In 1985 , Subhash Ghai's film’ Meri Jung brought him wide recognition, in which he did the role of a young lawyer who fights for justice. For his good acting he was nominated for Filmfare Award.

Before Mr. India he acted in tapori roles like that in Mashaal, as a comedy tapori role in multistarred film Karma in 1986, it was the biggest hit of the year.

Mr.India was the filrst film which made him a superstar. It was a major hit film of Anil Kapoor. Later he appeared in many successful films like Tezaab, in 1988 and Ram Lakhan in 1989.

In the late 1980s and early 90s he was one among the leading actors. In the early 90s a series of hit films like Kishan Kanhaiya, Ghar Ho To Aisa had well worked at the box office. The year 1990 was supposed to be the crowning year for Anil Kapoor as the Bollywood's biggest male star, but with some flop films he saw a little set back.

In 1991 he appeared in the film Lamhe alongside Sridevi, though it was a good film it didn't receive much success at the box office. Again in 1992, his film Beta became a big block-buster. In 1994 Laadla was his another major hit of Anil.

The other hits were Judaai in 1996, Viraasat in 1997, comedy film Biwi No. 1 in 1999 and as a supporting actor in romantic film Taal in 1999, for which he also won Filmfare Award.

In 2000s he began to work in supporting roles. Anil Kapoor is a versatile actor, He gave brilliant performances in serious and as well as comedy roles, tapori roles, action hero roles, supporting roles and negative roles.

In the films like Eeshwar, 1942 Love Story, Pukar and Viraasat he portrayed entirely different roles. For Pukar in 2000, he won his first National Film Award for Best Actor.

So in 80s and early 90s he was not a medium actor, he was one among the big heros. He was one among the highest paid actors. Anil Kapoor has a successful filmy career. In his 4 decades career he acted in more than 100 films and won 2 National Film awards which includes the film ‘Gandhi, My Father' as a producer in 2007. He had also won 7 Filmfare Awards in his life. Since 2005 he also became a producer.

So in 80s and in early 90s he was a big hero and this was like his investment or foundation in the film field based on this goodwill he is now enjoying the returns and is one of the best supporting actors.

Anil Kapoor has managed to stay in the film field even for today as he is capable of doing different types of roles.

"The Forgotten Hero of Mahabharata – A Story of True Friendship!"

 When we talk about great friendships in the Mahabharata, most people think of Krishna and Arjuna. But there’s another bond that stands out—one of loyalty, sacrifice, and unshaken trust: Karna and Duryodhana.

🔥 A Friendship Beyond Boundaries

Karna, born with divine strength but abandoned at birth, was often mocked for his unknown origins. Despite being a warrior of unmatched skill, he was humiliated at Draupadi’s swayamvar and denied entry into the ranks of Kshatriyas.

But one man saw Karna’s true potential—Duryodhana. Instead of looking at his birth, Duryodhana gave him a kingdom, respect, and unwavering friendship.

⚔️ Karna’s Greatest Sacrifice

Karna’s loyalty to Duryodhana went beyond personal gain. Even after learning that he was the eldest Pandava, he chose friendship over the throne. When Krishna himself offered him a chance to rule, Karna refused, saying:

"Duryodhana stood by me when the world mocked me. How can I betray my friend now?"

💭 Was Karna’s Loyalty His Strength or His Downfall?

Karna’s story teaches us about true friendship, self-respect, and destiny. He knew his path would lead to destruction, yet he never abandoned his values.

💬 What do you think? Was Karna the greatest example of friendship in the Mahabharata? Let’s discuss!