From Kishen Bilagali to Nayana Sharath: Reality stars who are having a successful stint on the silver screen

Getting stardom and enjoying fame is like a dream come true for many. While some struggle hard to earn fame, some are fortunate enough to get their ticket to the film industry with their stint in reality shows. Here's a quick look at a few actors who made their way to the Kannada film industry with reality TV shows.

A dancer by profession, Kishen Bilagali is known for his participation in reality shows like 'Takadhimitha' and 'Bigg Boss Kannada season 7', which earned him good recognition in the industry. While he was known as one of the controversial contestants in BB Kannada 7, Kishen is now set to make his Kannada silver screen debut opposite Vismaya Gowda.

Comedy Khiladigalu fame Nayana Sharath is one such actress who entered the Kannada film industry when there was a lack of female comedy artists. Nayana as a comedian has won the hearts of millions with her on-screen persona. She is the first name that stricks any filmmaker when they scout for a female comic role.

Yet another talented actor who made his way to the silver screen with his participation with the reality show 'Comedy Khiladigalu'. While he is quite a popular name when it comes to a comic character, Shivraj also turned into a full-fledged hero with the movie 'Naanu matthu Gunda'.

Fondly known as Harsha of Kannadati, not many know that Kiran Raj was featured in the reality show 'Life Super guru' as one of the contestants. The reality show also marks the actor's debut in the Kannada entertainment industry. He is currently one of the busiest actors who is juggling between his small screen and silver screen commitments.

He might have not won the winning title of 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa season 13', but Sanjith Hegde has definitely been the latest singing sensation of the Kannada film industry. From romantic songs, grungy voice-based songs to peppy numbers, Sanjith effortlessly sings all types of songs.

This little star from Drama Junior fame is getting film offers alongside big stars. From playing the role of Kiccha Sudeep's daughter in the blockbuster movie Pailwan to a prominent role in Prajwal Devraj's Inspector Vikram and bagging a key role in Rakshith Shetty's upcoming flick, child artist Sharvari aces the art of balancing school and art.

A young farmer from rural Karnataka, Sashi won the title of Bigg Boss Kannada 6. He was known for his performance and controversies in the show. Sashi is all set to make his acting debut with a Kannada film very soon.