Yash (actor) Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies, Awards, Sister

Naveen Kumar Gowda, known professionally as Yash, is an Indian actor whose breakthrough arrived with his compelling performance in the Kannada romantic drama Moggina Manasu (2008), earning him a Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Since then, he has become one of the most prominent figures in Kannada cinema, delivering memorable roles in films such as Googly (2013), Gajakesari (2014), Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari (2014), and Masterpiece (2015).

Profile

• Full name: Naveen Kumar Gowda
• Nickname: Yash
• Date of birth: 8 January 1986
• Age: 39 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Bhuvanahalli (Boovanahalli), Hassan district, Karnataka, India
• State of origin: Karnataka
• Nationality: Indian
• Profession: Actor
• Height: 5 ft 10¾ in (1.80 m)
• Parents: Father: Arun Kumar (BMTC driver), Mother: Pushpa Arun Kumar (housewife)
• Siblings: Sister Nandini
• Spouse: Radhika Pandit (married 9 December 2016)
• Children: Two children
• Relationship status: Married
• Net worth: $3 million

Early Life and education

Naveen Kumar Gowda is now 40 years old. He was born on 8 January 1986 in Bhuvanahalli, Hassan district, Karnataka.

His father, Arun Kumar, worked as a driver for BMTC, and his mother, Pushpa Arun Kumar, managed the household. He has a younger sister named Nandini.

During his teenage years, he lived in Paduvarahalli, Mysore, where he was affectionately known by friends as Yash—a name he later adopted as his screen name.

For schooling, he attended Mahajana High School in Mysore. After finishing school, he joined the Benaka theatre group founded by B.V. Karanth, where he received formal exposure to acting before transitioning to television and eventually films.

Personal Life

Yash met actress Radhika Pandit on the sets of the TV serial Nanda Gokula, where they portrayed siblings. Over time a relationship developed, and they became engaged in Goa on 12 August 2016—chosen as it was tied to Radhika’s family heritage.

They were married on 9 December 2016 at Taj West End in Bangalore, in a ceremony blending both their traditions attended by many notable figures from the Kannada film industry. The couple have two children.

Career

Yash began his career in the mid-2000s, acting in Kannada television serials such as Nanda Gokula (2004), Uttarayana (2004), Malebillu (2006), Preeti Illada Mele (2006), and Shiva (2007).

He made his film debut in 2007 with Jambhada Hudugi, directed by Priya Hassan. His first leading role came in Moggina Manasu (2008), which marked his entry into mainstream success.

Although Rocky (2008) did not fare well, it did not deter his trajectory. He steadily gained recognition with Googly (2013), Raja Huli (2013), Gajakesari (2014), Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari (2014), Masterpiece (2015), and Santhu Straight Forward (2016).

Awards

• Moggina Manasu (2008) – Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor (South)
• Drama (2011) – Filmfare Award nomination for Best Actor (South)
• Googly (2013) – SIIMA Award nomination for Best Actor
• Googly (2013) – Filmfare Award for Best Actor (South)
• Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari (2014) – SIIMA Award for Best Actor

Net worth

Yash’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $3 million.

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Filmography

• Jambada Hudugi (2007)
• Moggina Manasu (2008)
• Rocky (2008)
• Kallara Santhe (2009)
• Gokula (2009)
• Modala Sala (2010)
• Thamassu (2010)
• Sri Moksha (2010)
• Kirathaka (2011)
• Rajadhani (2011)
• Drama (2011)
• Jaanu (2012)
• Lucky (2012)
• Googly (2013)
• Raja Huli (2013)
• Chandra (2013)
• Gajakesari (2014)
• Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari (2014)
• Masterpiece (2015)
• Santhu Straight Forward (2016)