From Karthik Jayaram to Aditi Prabudeva: Actors who extended their horizon beyond television

No doubt that Television serves as a gateway to stardom. There are many routes for an actor to make their dreams come true. Some actors started their innings with theatrical projects, while others start out in modelling. In fact, many notable actors get the biggest break in their careers with television. Here is the list of some notable Kannada celebs who extended horizon beyond television

The heartthrob of Kannada television extended his horizon beyond the Kannada audience on Hindi small screen with 'Siya Ke Ram' and essayed the role of 'Ravana' in the show. That's not all, the actor has also made his presence felt in many Kannada movies like Varadanayaka, Kempegowda, Aa Karala Ratri, and many more. He also made his Bollywood debut recently with 'O Pushpa I hate tears'.

Known for his works in Hara Hara Mahadev, Jai Hanuman, Ughe Ughe Mahadeshwara and Bayasade Bali Bande in Kannada television, Vinay played a prominent role in Ramesh Aravind's 101st movie 'Shivaji Suratkal'. Though it was his debut movie, the actor was much appreciated for his performance in the movie.

Having started her acting career in television, Kavitha made her silver screen debut with the movie 'Srinivasa Kalyana', creating a buzz among the fans. The actress is currently enjoying fame in the Kannada film industry and has signed new projects.

Known for her energy and ever charming smile, the actress gave her first lead appearance in the famous serial 'Akka' and mesmerized the audience with her dual character acting. Following her stints on television, Anu then went on to make her silver screen debut with the movie 'Aa Karala Ratri' opposite Karthik Jayaram. Nevertheless, she has also acted in the movie Trayambakam.

Advithi, who never had plans of becoming an actress has indeed carved a niche in the glamourous world. Having made her acting debut with a blockbuster movie 'Mr and Mrs Ramachari' along with her twin Ashviti, Advithi also played the lead role in Kannada daily soap 'Eradu Kanasu'. However, the actress then made a come back to the silver screen and bagged the lead roles in movies like Fan, Kaarmoda Saridu, and Suli.

Shri is one of the popular actors in the Kannada entertainment industry. Although he started his career in television, the actor is now making noises in the Sandalwood with his charm and talent. He has recently signed a new Kannada movie, where he will be playing the lead role for the first time in films.

The actress, who was once called the 'Naagakannikke' girl for her on-screen character in supernatural fiction show 'Naagakannike', has always been in the limelight. With quite a few movie projects in her hand, Aditi is the latest dreamboat in the industry.

Even before the actress could enter Bigg Boss Kannada season 5, Shruthi portrayed the parallel lead role in the long-running Hindi soap opera Saath Nibhaana Saathiya. She, then, made her Sandalwood debut with 'Londonalli Lambodara'.

Having acted in movies like Geetha Bangle store, Premier Padmini, Pramod made his presence felt in a devotional based show 'Mahaadevi'. Be it a small screen or silver screen, the actor aces it in style.