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Bio: Vishnuvardhan (born Sampath Kumar 18 September 1950 – 30 December 2009), was an Indian film actor known for his works predominantly in Kannada cinema.[2] He appeared in over 220 films in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam.[3] He was called 'The Phoenix of Indian Cinema'.[4][5][6] He made his debut in the 1972 film, Vamsha Vriksha, in a supporting role. The same year he played the lead role in Puttanna Kanagal's Naagarahaavu, and was recognized as the Angry young man of Kannada cinema.[7] He has played a variety of roles in different genres.[8][9][10][11]
Born: 18 September 1950, Mysore
Albums: Jyothi Roopa Sree Ayyappa, MORE
Spouse: Bharathi Vishnuvardhan (m. 1975–2009)
Died: 30 December 2009, Mysore
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