Yash
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Today marks the 40th birthday of Rocking Star Yash, a titan of the Kannada film world who continues to lead by example. Though he is only 40, his journey has already left such a profound mark that he is considered an idol by many.
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Born on January 8, 1986, in Hassan's Bhuvanahalli village, Naveen Kumar Gowda (Yash) had a great passion for acting from a young age. Driven by a passion for the craft, he started his career in the television industry. His shine bright in the popular show Nanda Gokula, providing the much-needed breakthrough in cinema.
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While he made his feature film debut in Jambada Hudugi, it was the 2008 romantic drama Moggina Manasu that served as his true breakthrough. His portrayal in the romantic drama earned him a Filmfare Award.
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Yash’s stardom saw an exponent surge after Googly (2013). His portrayal as businessman Sharath fetched him widespread recognition and then he was flooded with several movie offers.
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He went on to act in a string of hit movies such as Rajahuli (2013) and Gaja Kesari (2014).
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While his career reached new heights, Yash’s personal life flourished alongside it as he began a relationship with Radhika Pandit.
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The couple’s chemistry was evident long before they wed, having shared the screen in several fan-favourite films, including Moggina Manasu, Mr and Mrs Ramachari and Santhu Straight Forward.
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The celebrated duo Yash and Radhika Pandit took their relationship to a new level by tying the knot in a much-talked-about wedding on December 9, 2016.
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With the release of the KGF series, Yash's popularity skyrocketed, drawing in millions of fans from every corner of the globe and making him a true Pan-India star.
Yash as Raya in Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups.
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Yash is maintaining his streak of powerful performances by handpicking challenging roles for his upcoming ventures.
Ramayana: The Introduction.
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The year 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark for the star, as he prepares to dominate the box office with the Toxic and the mythological epic Ramayana.