Chikkanna Biography

Chikkanna is an Indian actor who works in Kannada cinema and appears primarily in supporting roles, playing comic roles. He made his film debut with Kirataka (2011), following which he got recognized for his performances in Raja Huli and Adyaksha.

Career

Chikkanna began his acting career by taking part in comedy shows through Mysore-based Drishya Kalavide. Following this, he appeared in a television show that was aired on Udaya TV.

He was noticed by actor Yash during the former's performance at the diamond jubilee celebrations of Kannada cinema, following which he was cast in the latter's 2011 film, Kirataka.

He got noticed for his performance in films like Raja Huli on 2013 and Adyaksha on 2014, both of which saw him playing the sidekick to characters portrayed by Yash and Sharan. Currently, he is the highest-paid comedian in the industry.