Veteran Kannada actor Kashinath passed away on Thursday at Sri Shankara Hospital in Bengaluru, where he was admitted two days ago.
The senior actor had carved a niche for himself in the genre of comedy. He has not only acted but also directed and produced several Kannada films. Kashinath was recently seen in Chowka , released last year.
The veteran actor has at least 40 films to his credit, spanning over a career of more than three decades.
Hailing from Kundapur in Udupi district, he is survived by two children.