
H. G. Dattatreya
Acting
Biography
Wing Commander Harihar Gundurao Dattatreya (Retd.) (born 1942), popularly known as Dattanna, is an Indian actor who has appeared in more than 204 films and several plays. Alongside his career as an actor, he served in the Indian Air Force as a commissioned officer for over 20 years and also occupied academic positions with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). He is best known for his work in Kannada cinema, in which he appears in mostly supporting roles. In a film career of almost three decades, he has won two National Film Award – Special Jury Awards, one National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor and two Karnataka State Film Awards. He is known for his performances in Munnudi (2000), Bettada Jeeva (2011) and Bharath Stores (2012).
Known For
The story is about a two middle class girls who are on their way to make the society better while maintaining a balance in their personal life.
Mayamruga

A team of Indian scientists at ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) take on the extraordinary task of successfully sending a satellite into the orbit of planet Mars in a country's maiden attempt.
Mission Mangal

A dreaded gangster called ‘Ghost’, takes hostage of a prison, and an efficient police officer Chengappa is immediately deputed to solve the issue. And thus begins the cat and mouse chase between an intelligent criminal and a ruthless police officer.
Ghost

A dutiful son, a prince in his fathers' eyes, retains his purity of character despite the many challenges thrown his way.
Raajakumara

Johny, who attempts to solve the problems of the residents of his colony, kidnaps Priya by accident and falls for her. He tries to woo her but soon realises that she loves someone else.
Johny Mera Naam Preethi Mera Kaam

An orphan grows up to become a gangster who finds love. However, he faces a critical situation where he risks losing everything.
Love Li

Jyothi experiences nightmares of the impending death of her husband, Krishna. She believes that this is a premonition and decides to change his fate.
Endendigu

Set in a village called Bettadapura, Gurushishyaru is a tale of Manohara who joins a school only for the sake of acquiring an experience certificate. But he is thrown into deeper conflicts when his connection gets stronger with students and the villagers. Will Manohara succeed in restoring freedom and respect in Bettadapura using his sports experience?
Guru Shishyaru

Shankaranna, who raises his children (three daughters and a son) very diligently, with Parvathi succumbing to complications in childbirth after the fourth. He is hesitant to get his daughters married. His son, Bhaskar, is at odds with his father due to this, but his daughters are ready to toe the line.
Fourwalls

When Vijay falls for Bharathi, an admirable college student who fights for justice, he gets transformed. However, their families, who have a history of rivalry between them, create obstacles for them.
Kitthurina Huli
A film based around the life of a Muslim woman, Rukhia Begum, set in the coastal regions of Dakshina Kannada. She gets married to an Arab businessman who later deserts her. The story essays Rukhia Begum's struggles to protect her daughter.
Munnudi

Abhiram, a wealthy man, falls in love with Janaki, a doctor who serves the poor and needy. He dislikes her profession and tries to change her but things get complicated.
Savaari

Sajan Rai, a minister, decides to appoint sincere officers in his city to put an end to corruption. However, the appointment of police officer Pradeep, sends shivers down the spine of corrupt politicians.
Curfew

An enraged and influential gangster plans the ultimate vengeance against an honest police officer.
Kempe Gowda

Rider is a romantic action entertainer movie directed by Vijay Kumar Konda. Produced by Sunil Gowda Chandru Manoharan. The movie casts Nikhil Kumar and Kashmira Pardeshi are in the lead roles along with Dattanna, Achyuth Kumar, Chikanna, Shivaraj KR Pete, Sampada Hulivana, Rajesh Nataranga, Shobaraj, Niharika, Anusha are seen in supporting role while Arjun Janya scored music for this movie.
Rider

A tough police officer goes out of his way to bring down the underworld dons and is even ready to murder them in planned encounters to rid the society of evil.
Rakshasa

Atithi is an attempt to examine the 'other face' - flashes of humanity - of a young man totally immersed in the cult of terrorism. Strange as it may sound, we also see flashes of violence (at times) that trickle into the thinking of another man with total belief in non-violence as the ultimate truth of life.
Guest

Agni is accused of killing his father. The court appoints a committee to look into the matter and Ravindranath, who is a part of the committee, takes it upon himself to prove Agni's innocence.Kannada remake of 12 angry men
Dashamukha

Chief Minister's officially organized visit is a great event, particularly to the poor family specially selected to host his dinner & overnight stay in its humble abode. The extra attention bestowed on the family, in preparation for this visit, gives it a feeling of elevated status and a brighter future. The visit is a great success with a grand welcome, photo shoots, interaction with Press & local leaders, dinner and wide media coverage. But the family is neglected, faces embarrassment and gets a raw deal driving it to despair.
December-1
An aspiring director targets a ruthless gangster for making a violent gangster film. His discreet attempts to research the gangster fail miserably. Finally when he gets caught snooping, the tables are turned on him.