Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 24/04/1945 |
| Age | 80 years (died on 30, Nov, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Mysore, Karnataka |
| Date of Death | 30/11/2025 |
Latest News about M. S. Umesh
30/11/2025
Veteran Kannada actor M. S. Umesh died in Bengaluru at the age of 80 after a prolonged battle with cancer. Reports said he had been hospitalized after a fall and later diagnosed with advanced liver cancer, and he was remembered for a six-decade career in Kannada cinema and theatre.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Mysore Srikantayya Umesh |
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Wife/Spouse | Sudha |
Family
| Father | A. L. Srikantayya |
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| Mother | Nanjamma |
| Spouse | Sudha |
| Children | 1 daughter |
Career
| Debut | Makkala Rajya (1960) |
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| Career Highlights | He acted in over 350 films. His roles included an old toothless grandmother in 'Venkata in Sankata' and a comic character in 'Golmaal Radhakrishna'. His career spanned over six decades in Kannada cinema and theatre. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Umesh was introduced to theater at a very young age, starting at just 4 years old. | |
| 2. He was part of a theater troupe led by the famed K. Hirannaiah. | |
| 3. He further developed his acting at the prestigious Gubbi Veeranna's troupe. | |
| 4. His performance in 'Katha Sangama' was highly praised and drew the attention of prominent industry figures. | |
| 5. Known for his comic timing, Umesh's portrayal of Sithapathi in 'Golmaal Radhakrishna' is a memorable highlight in Kannada cinema. | |
| 6. He passed away due to stage-4 liver cancer at Kidwai Hospital in Bengaluru. |