Indian film actor
Sampath |
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Born | 1904
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Died | 17 January 1983 (aged 78–79) |
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Nationality | Indian |
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Other names | Cheluvayyangar |
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Occupation | Actor |
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Mavinakere Srinivasayyangar Cheluvayyangar, better known by his stage name Sampath, was an Indian actor known for his work in Kannada cinema as a character actor.[1] After beginning his career with a Tamil film Rajalakshmi in the 1930s, Sampath took a break, before working in Kannada and English plays for a major part of 1940s. His Kannada film debut with Bharathi (1949).[2] Some of his notable films include Gandhada Gudi (1973), Sri Srinivasa Kalyana (1974), Bhakta Kumbara (1974), Eradu Kanasu (1974) and Badavara Bandhu (1983).
Career
Sampath has been part of more than 130 films in Kannada.[citation needed] His combinations in films, with actor Dr. Rajkumar gained popularity.[3]
Selected filmography
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