Pawan Kumar, a prominent figure in the Kannada film industry, has left an indelible mark with his multifaceted contributions as a director, screenwriter, actor, and producer. Let’s take a deep dive into the diverse journey of this talented individual.
Pawan Kumar Wiki/Biography
Born on October 29, 1982, in Anantapur, Pamidi, Andhra Pradesh, India, Pawan Kumar’s journey from dropping out of engineering to becoming a renowned figure in Kannada cinema is nothing short of inspiring.
Personal Details
| Date of Birth | October 29, 1982 |
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| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Birthplace | Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh |
| Education | Dropped out of PESIT, Bengaluru |
Physical Appearance
| Height | 5′ 9″ |
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| Weight | 70 kg |
| Hair Colour | Salt and Pepper |
| Eye Colour | Black |
Family
- Parents & Siblings:
- Limited information available about his parents and siblings.
- Relationship Status:
- Wife: Sowmya Jaganmurthy
- Children: Daughter – Laasya Pasowna (Lucy)
Career
Theatre:
Pawan Kumar’s journey began with theatre, where he founded Actor Productions, offering innovative theatre productions. Notably, his solo show, ‘The Final Rehearsal’ in 2023, marked his return to the theatre.
Film:
- Director & Screenwriter:
- Notable works include ‘Manasaare’ (2009), ‘Pancharangi’ (2010), and the groundbreaking ‘Lucia’ (2013).
- Directed the acclaimed supernatural thriller ‘U-Turn’ (2016) and its bilingual remake (Tamil and Telugu) in 2018.
- Expanded into web series with ‘Leila’ (2019) and ‘Kudi Yedamaithe’ (2021).
- Made his Malayalam directorial debut with ‘Dhoomam’ (2023).
- Actor:
- Acted in various films, including ‘Manasaare,’ ‘Pancharangi,’ ‘Gultoo,’ and ‘Gaalipata 2.’
- Producer:
- Produced films like ‘Lucia,’ ‘U-Turn,’ ‘Onda Motteya Kathe,’ and co-produced ‘Ikkat’ and ‘Kudi Yedamaithe’ web series.
Entrepreneur:
Pawan Kumar is a director at Pawan Kumar Studios Private Ltd, a film company.
Awards:
- Best Director Award at Bangalore Times Film Awards for ‘Lifeu Ishtene’ (2011).
- British Council’s Young Creative Entrepreneur Award in 2012.
- Various awards for ‘Lucia’ and ‘U-Turn’ at Filmfare Awards, IIFA Awards, and London Indian Film Festival.
Facts/Trivia
- Battled Alopecia, an autoimmune disorder causing hair loss.
- Active on YouTube with 1 lakh subscribers and Instagram with 68k followers.
- Delivered TEDx speeches on the Art of Quitting and the crowdfunding model of film-making.
- Owns a farmland and art hub named ‘The Pasowna’s’ with his wife.
