Vikas (actor)


Vikas is an Indian actor, director, and writer who works predominantly in Karnataka Film Industry.

Career

Vikas started as an assistant director in television serials, fell in love with the editing machine the first time he saw it, and became an editor. Directors working with him offered character roles in serials. Television Serials like Kadambari and Guptagamini gave him recognition as an actor. Vikas made his film debut with the film Nandhi Starring Sudeep where he plays Sudeep's friend. He assisted director Duniya Soori for Jackie where he also played the role of an antagonist "Parangi Seena" in the movie. He assisted the filmmaker Yogaraj Bhat and co-wrote the film Drama where he was credited for writing the screenplay as "ravikiran". He directed Jayammana Maga starring Duniya Vijay which went on to become a blockbuster. The subject dealt with occult and black magic. The response from critics was equally good. The Times of India rated it a 3.5/5 and said Vikas has proved that he can be a part of the list of talented directors in Sandalwood. He has played a character role in Kaddipudi.
In 2020, he acted in the movie Kaanadante Maayavadanu. He has penned the story along with the debutante director Raj Pathipati. It is a fantasy film.

Filmography

YearFilmRoleNotesRef
2002NandhiNandhi's friend
2004Bisi BisiVikky
2008Inthi Ninna PreethiyaNamana's brother
2010JackieParangi Seena
2011JarasandhaNews Anchor
2013KaddipudiFriday Hanumantu
2013Jayammana MagaCameoAlso director
NominatedSIIMA Award for Best Debut Director – Kannada
2019DK BoseCop
2019Kaanadante MaayavadanuRummyAlso co-writer