Sadhu Kokila
Sadhu Kokila | |
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| Born | Sahaya Sheela Shadrach 24 March 1966 Bangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Other names | Kokila Sadhu |
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| Years active | 1992–present |
| Spouse | Saleena |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | www |
Sahaya Sheelan Shadrach, (born 24 March 1966) known by his Stage name Sadhu Kokila, is an Indian comedian, musician, actor, film director, producer, occasional screenwriter and lyricist who works in Kannada cinema. He began his career as a composer before taking to acting in films, appearing mostly in comic roles. He has also directed ten Kannada films, the most notable one being Raktha Kanneeru (2003).
As a composer, he is a two-time recipient of the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Music Director, which he won for Rakshasa (2005) and Inthi Ninna Preethiya (2008). As an actor, he has received multiple nominations and awards in the category of Best Comedian in the SIIMA Awards.