Tilak Shekar is an Indian model-turned-actor, who mainly works in the Kannada film industry. He is known for his role as ‘Bala’ in the film ‘Ugramm’ (2014). Tilak’s ability to play negative roles has garnered him significant acclaim and recognition in the industry.
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Wiki/Biography
Tilak Kalavathi [1]Tilak Shekar – Instagram was born on Sunday, 14 March 1982 (age 41 years; as of 2023) in Bangalore (now Bengaluru), Karnataka. His zodiac sign is Pisces. He enrolled at a business school; however, he dropped out later to pursue a career in acting. [2]The Times of India
Tilak Shekar in 2004
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 8″
Weight (approx.): 70 kg
Hair Colour: Light Ash Brown
Eye Colour: Black
Body Measurements (approx.): Chest: 40 inches, Waist: 36 inches, Biceps: 15 inches
Family
Parents & Siblings
There is not much information about his parents; however, he has a brother named Rahul, who works in a software company. [3]The Times of India
Wife & Children
Tilak Shekar is unmarried and has no children.
Career
Film
Kannada
Tilak Shekar debuted in the Kannada film industry with the erotic thriller film ‘Ganda Hendathi’ in 2006. He played the role of ‘Sachin’ in the film.
Tilak Shekar as Sachin in a still from the film ‘Ganda Hendathi’ (2006)
In 2014, he appeared as Bala in an action thriller film titled ‘Ugramm.’ Tilak appeared in many other films including ‘Nanna Ninna Prema Kathe’ (2016), ‘Iruvudellava Bittu’ (2018), and ‘Rathnan Prapancha’ (2021).
Tilak Shekar as Bala in a still from the film titled ‘Ugramm’ (2014)
Tamil
Tilak made his debut in the Tamil film industry with the film ‘Octopus’ (2015); it is a bilingual film which was released in both Kannada and Tamil languages.
Telugu
Tilak Shekar debuted in the Telugu film industry with a horror-action film titled ‘Tripura’ in 2015. He appeared as ‘Tilak’ in the film.
A poster of the film ‘Tripura’ (2015)
Television
Tilak Shekar appeared in the reality show ‘Bigg Boss Kannada Season 1’ (2013) as a contestant. The show was aired on ETV Kannada channel.
Awards
2014
- Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Kannada for the film ‘Ugramm’ (Nominated)
2016
- SIIMA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Kannada for the film ‘Karvva’ (Nominated)
- IIFA Utsavam Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Kannada for the film ‘Karvva’ (Nominated)
Tattoo
Tilak Shekar got the name ‘Kalavathi’ inked on his back.
Tilak Shekar’s tattoo on his back
Facts/Trivia
- Tilak is a gym fanatic. He often shares his workout routine on social media.
Tilak Shekar at the gym
- He consumes alcohol occasionally.
Tilak Shekar while holding a Cognac drink
- His favourite automobile brand is Porsche.
Tilak Shekar’s Instagram post
References
| ↑1 | Tilak Shekar – Instagram |
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| ↑2, ↑3 | The Times of India |
