# Ugramm Manju: Sandalwood’s Ultimate Villain Icon

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Published: 2026-06-24  
Updated: 2026-06-24  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Meet Manjunath Gowda, the powerhouse behind Kannada cinema’s most feared villain! Born in 1985, this 39-year-old icon rose to fame with the 2014 blockbuster *Ugramm*. Beyond acting, Manju is a master action choreographer who redefined screen intensity. From *Kirik Party* to *Bigg Boss Kannada 11*, his journey from a small village to massive stardom proves that raw talent always dominates.