Known for
Biography
Upendra is an Indian actor and director born on 18 September 1968 in Kundapura. He is known for playing Kaleesha in Coolie (2025).
Career
The earliest of his listed screen credits is Naagarahaavu, from 1972. His 1990s credits include A (1998) and Kanyadanam (1998). During the 2000s, he worked on Auto Shankar (2005) and Aishwarya (2006). Work from the 2010s includes Topiwala (2013) and Mukunda Murari (2016). Andhra King Taluka (2025) is among his 2020s credits.
In total, 52 films are listed from 1972 to 2025. Beyond acting, the credits show him as director on 11 titles, including Om, and writer on 11 titles, including Raktha Kanneeru. Ragini Dwivedi appears in two of his listed titles, including Arakshaka (2012) and Shivam (2015).
Recognition
He won the Filmfare Awards South.
Personal life
He is married to Priyanka Upendra.
Filmography
52 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Andhra King Taluka | Film | |
| 2025 | Coolie | Kaleesha | Film |
| 2016 | Kalpana 2 | Film | |
| 2016 | Mukunda Murari | Film | |
| 2015 | S/O Satyamurthy | Film | |
| 2015 | Shivam | Film | |
| 2015 | Uppi 2 | Director | Film |
| 2014 | Brahma | Film | |
| 2014 | Superro Ranga | Film | |
| 2013 | Topiwala | Writer | Film |
| 2012 | Arakshaka | Film | |
| 2012 | Godfather | Film | |
| 2012 | Kalpana | Film | |
| 2012 | Katari Veera Surasundarangi | Writer | Film |
| 2011 | Shrimathi | Film |
Show all 52 credits
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Super | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2009 | Dubai Babu | Film | |
| 2009 | Rajani | Film | |
| 2008 | Budhivanta | Film | |
| 2007 | Anatharu | Film | |
| 2007 | Toss | Film | |
| 2006 | Aishwarya | Film | |
| 2006 | Uppi Dada M.B.B.S. | Film | |
| 2005 | Auto Shankar | Film | |
| 2005 | Gowramma | Film | |
| 2005 | News | Film | |
| 2004 | Omkara | Film | |
| 2003 | Gokarna | Film | |
| 2003 | Kutumba | Film | |
| 2003 | Raktha Kanneeru | Writer | Film |
| 2002 | H2O | Writer | Film |
| 2002 | Hollywood | Writer | Film |
| 2002 | Naanu Naane | Film | |
| 2002 | Nagarahavu | Film | |
| 2002 | Super Star | Writer | Film |
| 2001 | Raa | Writer | Film |
| 2000 | Oke Mata | Film | |
| 2000 | Preethse | Film | |
| 1999 | Upendra | Director | Film |
| 1998 | A | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1998 | Kanyadanam | Film | |
| 1998 | Swasthik | Director | Film |
| 1997 | Omkaram | Director | Film |
| 1995 | Om | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1995 | Operation Antha | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1993 | Shhh! | Director | Film |
| 1992 | Tharle Nan Maga | Director | Film |
| 1972 | Naagarahaavu | Film | |
| 45 | Rayappa | Film | |
| Home Minister | Film | ||
| Kabzaa | Young Arkeshwara | Film | |
| UI | Director | Film |
Awards and nominations
1 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filmfare Awards South | Won |
Upendra on Social Media
Counts with the date they were readInstagram stats
- Followers
- 1.2M @nimmaupendra
- Engagement rate
- 3.42% well above average for accounts this size
- Average likes
- 40,769
- Average comments
- 232 Based on the last 12 posts
Figures from public Instagram data via the official Meta API; refreshed about every 30 days.
Upendra Photos
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Photo: Upendra at Youtube · CC BY 3.0 -
Photo: Jhankar Music · CC BY 3.0 -
Photo: Upendra on Youtube · CC BY 3.0
Frequently asked questions
How old is Upendra?
Upendra is 58 years old, born on 18 September 1968 in Kundapura.
What is Upendra known for?
Upendra is known for playing Kaleesha in Coolie (2025).
What is Upendra’s nationality?
Upendra is Indian, born in Kundapura.
Who is Upendra married to?
Upendra is married to Priyanka Upendra.
Has Upendra won any awards?
Yes. Upendra won Filmfare Awards South.
Sources
- Wikidata (Q7377106), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- Photo: Upendra on Youtube · CC BY 3.0
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