Rishi
Biography
Rishi was born in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, and raised in Mysore. He is the son of Sri K C Nagaraj, a bank official at Kaveri Grameena Bank, and Anala Nagaraj, a dedicated homemaker. Initially named Monish Nagaraj, he completed his primary education at St Joseph's Primary School in Mysore before moving on to Marimallappa's College for his Pre-University course. He later earned his Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering in Mysore.
During his time at university, Rishi discovered a strong passion for acting, which led him to participate in various amateur theater groups in Mysore. He took on a leadership role as the head of the dramatics team at his college, which allowed him to hone his skills and explore his love for performance. In addition to his theatrical pursuits, Rishi also ventured into the world of radio, working as a Radio Jockey outside of his academic commitments. His diverse interests and talents have shaped his journey, highlighting a blend of engineering and performing arts.
Filmography
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What Did the Lady Forget?
1937
Aśoka
2001
Madharaasi
2025
Love Aaj Kal
2009
Terror of Mechagodzilla
1975
Pati Patni Aur Woh
2019
Let Me Eat Your Pancreas
2017
Bôkô no jitsuroku: Nakisakebu onnatachi
1997
Judwaa
1997
The Rickshaw Man
1958
Maa Da Ladla
2022
Little Forest: Summer/Autumn
2014
Moonlit Winter
2019
Little Terrors
2014
Ab Tak Chhappan
2004
Tears for You
2006
Wild Zero
1999
The Happiness of the Katakuris
2002
Drive My Car
2021
Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!
2008
Heavenly Forest
2006
Yakuza Apocalypse
2015