Anu Prabhakar, the renowned Kannada actress, has completed a remarkable 25 years as a lead actress in the industry. Her journey began with the successful release of her debut film, Hrudaya Hrudaya, on September 15, 1999. Over the past quarter-century, Anu has showcased her talent in over 80 films.
Marking this milestone, Anu’s latest film, Hagga, where she portrays a unique role, is scheduled for release on September 20. Coinciding with the anniversary of her first film’s release, the Hagga trailer was launched, honoring Anu Prabhakar with a special cake-cutting ceremony by the film team.
Reflecting on this achievement, Anu Prabhakar shared her thoughts, “Initially, Hagga was set to release last month, with substantial promotion already done. However, unforeseen delays occurred, which now seem like a blessing in disguise. I chose to do this film because of the compelling story narrated by director Avinash. Despite not being a fan of horror films and usually avoiding them, his clear and precise storytelling convinced me to take the role. The final product on screen matched his vision perfectly. The shoot was challenging, with my scenes filmed from 7 PM until early morning, requiring two hours of makeup application and removal. I am grateful to my team for their patience and support.”
Discussing her extensive career, Anu said, “While it has been 25 years since Hrudaya Hrudaya released, my journey in the industry began earlier as a child artist. My parents, who named me Annapurna, have always been my pillar of support. In the film industry, Dr. Rajkumar and Parvathamma played a pivotal role in my career, transforming me from Annapurna to Anu. Although Dr. Rajkumar wished to rename me Anushree, I preferred Anu Prabhakar, and they respected my choice. Their love and trust have been instrumental in my success.”
Anu Prabhakar also expressed her gratitude to all the artists and technicians she has worked with over the years, stating, “Without their support and encouragement, sustaining a long career in the film industry would not have been possible.”
