Dr. Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar is a renowned and versatile personality in the cultural sphere of Karnataka, India. He is a prolific author, scriptwriter, producer, filmmaker, lyricist, travelogue writer, and columnist. His creative talents span various genres, making him a prominent figure in the literary and entertainment industries.
Apart His film career began through writing screenplays for movies made based on his previously written stories. The first film he was a screenplay writer for, Kadina Benki, won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film. He then ventured into direction with Undu Hoda Kondu Hoda. He has directed 15 feature films and 10 teleserials which have received critical acclaim and commercial success. He has won 3 National Film Awards, 13 Karnataka State Film Awards and 3 Filmfare Awards. His film America! America!! was hugely successful and screened in theatres across Karnataka for 365 days, and is considered a classic in the Kannada film industry. His teleserial Vataara was also iconic for being the first Kannada show to air 1000 episodes.
Dr. Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar is also actively involved in social causes and movements. His works reflect his social consciousness and commitment to addressing pertinent issues affecting society. He has received numerous honours and awards for his contributions, including the prestigious Rajyotsava Award, Nudisiri Award, and Puttanna Kanagal Lifetime Achievement Award
A travelogue that aims to understand the vastness of the USA. Explore the themes of culture, dreams, and identity. It’s an immersion into cultural integration and the pursuit of aspirations.
An innocent girl navigates life and encounters various people and situations, all of which strengthen and harden her to understand the harsh realities of life. Dr. Chandrashekhar later made the TV show Bhagya based on this story.
ಶೈಶವದಿಂದ ತಾಯ್ತನದವರೆಗೆ ನನ್ನ ಕಂದಮ್ಮಗಳ ಕಥನ
A myriad of short stories.
Short stories with a variety of subjects, including the popular titular love story about a boy from the arid Bayalu Seeme region and a girl from the rainy Malenadu region.
A collection of articles by various writers on the topic of rural development for the occasion of the 20th year of celebrations of NAGATHIHALLI SAMSKRUTI HABBA (2004-2024)
