Suchendra Prasad

K. Suchendra Prasad (born 1 May 1972) is an Indian actor, director, and playwright known for his work in Kannada cinema, television, and theatre. He began his career in the 1990s. Over the years, he has worked across film, television, and stage, and has been involved in productions that have received national recognition. Early life and education Suchendra Prasad was born in Bengaluru, Karnataka, and has ancestral roots in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh. He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree and a Master of Arts (MA). He has been associated with the National School of Drama (NSD), where he worked as a tutor and later contributed to the Regional Resource Centre in Karnataka, focusing on stagecraft and folk traditions. Career Suchendra Prasad has appeared in Kannada cinema and television, including his role in Kanooru Heggadithi (1999), a film that received national recognition. He has also worked in a large number of television productions and has collaborated on various commercial and parallel cinema projects. His directorial projects include: Prapaatha (2010), Sangdhigdha, Ekacharam (2022), Maavu Bevu (2023), and Padmagandhi (2025). He has been associated with cultural and literary organizations, including Samskara Bharati, where he has held a leadership role in Karnataka. Awards and recognition Prasad has received several awards in the fields of cinema and theatre. These include recognitions such as: Kala Kesari, Dadasaheb Phalke Seva Ratna (2025), Aadarsa Ratna (2019), and Udaya Film Award (Best Negative Lead). Filmography Director Prapaatha (2010) Ekacharam (2022; Sanskrit) Maavu Bevu (2023) Padmagandhi (2025) Actor Dubbing artist Pawan Singh - Wrong Number (2003) References External links Suchendra Prasad at IMDb