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Monday, June 10, 2019

In pictures: The life and times of Girish Karnad – actor, playwright, activist

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The actor’s demise has come as a shock to many throughout the nation.
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The world of Indian cinema and theatre was shook by news of the demise of actor-playwright Girish Karnad on Monday at his home in Bengaluru. Considered one of Kannada literature’s most noteworthy playwrights, he was conferred with several honours including the Jnanpith Award, the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan. He was also known for being extremely vocal about violence against writers and journalists. Girish Karnad was also known for the several roles he played in films in several languages including Kannada, Tamil, and Hindi. Here's a look at the actor's life in pictures.       
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