Harshika Poonacha
bengaluru, KarnatakaKannada, English, Hindi
Kannada film actress
Harshika Poonacha is an Indian actress who predominantly works in the Kannada film industry. Hailing from Ammathi in Kodagu, Karnataka, she made her acting debut with the Kannada film PUC in 2008. She gained wider recognition with her performances in films such as Thamassu, Jackie, Jugaari, Murali Meets Meera, 5 Idiots, Mangana Kaili Maanikya, B3, Maryade, Bhale Jodi, Upendra Matte Baa and Udgharsha. Her performance in Thamassu earned her the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actress, while Jackie further strengthened her popularity. Harshika has also worked across Telugu, Konkani, Tulu and Kodava-language projects and has been a television presenter, hosting shows such as Nimmindha Nimagaagi, Hrudayadinda and Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. She gained another wave of popularity as a contestant on Bigg Boss Kannada Season 2.
Biography
Harshika Poonacha is an Indian actress who predominantly works in the Kannada film industry. Hailing from Ammathi in Kodagu, Karnataka, she made her acting debut with the Kannada film PUC in 2008. She gained wider recognition with her performances in films such as Thamassu, Jackie, Jugaari, Murali Meets Meera, 5 Idiots, Mangana Kaili Maanikya, B3, Maryade, Bhale Jodi, Upendra Matte Baa and Udgharsha. Her performance in Thamassu earned her the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actress, while Jackie further strengthened her popularity. Harshika has also worked across Telugu, Konkani, Tulu and Kodava-language projects and has been a television presenter, hosting shows such as Nimmindha Nimagaagi, Hrudayadinda and Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. She gained another wave of popularity as a contestant on Bigg Boss Kannada Season 2.
Career highlights
Karnataka State Film Award for Best Supporting Actress - Thamassu
Chittara Star Awards - Chittara Achievers Award
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