Arun Sagar is a multifaceted Indian film personality, exceling in various roles as an actor, art director, and comedian, primarily active within the Kannada film industry. His illustrious career spans across numerous projects, commencing with the critically acclaimed film Bhoomi Geetha, which garnered the national award for best environmental film. Throughout his journey, he has collaborated with esteemed directors such as Poori Jagannath, Meher Ramesh, Veerashankar, and K Raghavendra Rao, solidifying his reputation as a leading art director.
Arun Sagar's contributions to the film industry have been recognized with the prestigious Karnataka state award for best art direction, awarded for his work in the movie Sri Manjunatha. Beyond his film endeavors, he has also ventured into television, hosting the popular show 'Tarrle' on Kasturi TV, which taught children various art forms, including painting and crafting. This show, inspired by the popular Pogo TV series M.A.D., allowed Arun Sagar to share his passion for art with a younger audience.
His breakthrough as a comedian came with the telecast of Maja with Sruja on Asianet Suvarna, where he played various comical roles, parodying celebrities and politicians. The show's unique satire-comedy structure resonated with audiences, catapulting Arun Sagar to stardom. His subsequent appearance as the first contestant on Bigg Boss Kannada Season 1 saw him emerge as the runner-up, further cementing his status as a household name.
Arun Sagar continued to explore his comedic talents with the show Comedy Circle on ETV Kannada, which, although successful, was unfortunately cut short after a few episodes. He also hosted the one-man-show Koyyam Kotra on TV9 (Kannada),showcasing his versatility as a performer.
