IN A NUTSHELL.
Deepak Thimaya is a well-known TV personality, presenter, senior journalist, entrepreneur, teacher, film-maker, producer, trainer, writer, artist, debate promoter, dramatist, brand consultant, advertising professional, social entrepreneur, political analyst and motivational speaker.
DONNING MANY HATS.
Lights. Camera. Action. For close to 30 years, Deepak has hogged the limelight as a television presenter and actor. He has played roles in popular Kannada tele-serials as well as cameo roles in blockbuster movies. His acting career started with his stellar performance in hugely successful theatrical productions by Bangalore LIttle Theatre (BLT). His switch from an actor to a TV presenter made him a household name with him being predominantly associated with Udaya TV, and with Doordarshan in his early days.
As a journalist, Deepak has been active in the field since his college days. Back then, he exhibited his skills by editing a newspaper. Later on, he went on to work as a part-time freelance journalist and columnist with renowned publications like Deccan Herald, Prajavani, Vijay Karnataka, Times of India, Mid-Day, Outlook and The Week, to name a few. He was the first editor of Vijaya Next weekly of the Times of India Group.
Being in front of the camera or behind it, Deepak has excelled in both roles.As a filmmaker and producer, he has directed and produced a host of educational films, business films, biographical films, short features and also a full-length Kannada feature film called Neene Bari Neene. As a producer, he has dozens of successful TV shows, both fiction and non-fiction, to his credit.
On the political front, Deepak has presented numerous programs ranging from news magazines to quiz shows and interviews. His shows, Time to Talk, JedaraBalé, Special Reporter and Sanjeevini are quite popular and have had immense social impact and influence. His political interview JedaraBalé is the longest-running interview show on Kannada television. He has been a promoter and producer of health shows, educational shows, women-based shows and children’s shows in addition to his primary interest as a producer of current affairs shows. He has also been featured on national TV channels.
As an entrepreneur, he has established several companies, starting with an advertising agency and then moving on to establish various companies in the fields of brand promotion, marketing, PR and brand consultancy. He is currently the Managing Director of TV House Network, a company that handles TV show production, product promotion and events. He is also a director in a few companies that are into hospitality and healthcare and technology.
His interest in debate and logic motivated him to start Verbattle, the biggest professional organization in India for debate promotion and debate competitions. Verbattlehas completed 12 years and is now an international organization operating in over 8 countries. Verbattle has been very influential in promoting debate, logic, communication, democratic values and leadership.
CAREER HIGHPOINTS.
Has been the only TV personality involved in almost every genre of TVshows in Kannada. He has the distinction of being part of every facet of the television medium and is also a recognized Quiz Master on TV. He produced the first-ever Quiz show for satellite TV in Kannada.
Jedara Bale - presently the only issue-based interview in Udaya TV has been on for the past five years. Well-known opinion makers, politicians, policymakers and public personalities are interviewed on the show to explore and expose the truth behind the news.
A film with the same name was released on 18 September 2015, starring Anish Tejeshwar, Deepika Kamaiah, and SamyuktaHornad in the lead roles. The film was directed by Deepak Thimaya and the story co-written by Vinayak Bhat.
Deepak is an established painter who paints in all media. His paintings have been displayed and sold in a few galleries. Some of his paintingscan be found in art exhibitions and have received critical acclaim.
Deepak conceptualized, organized and conducted many unique and successful events. He has worked as Vice-President, Janata party with Dr.VijayMallya and is the Chief Inspiration of Samooha Shakti, a socio-political organization
He hascomposed unique and acclaimed music/song albums called GaanaGange on Sri SriDr.ShivakumaraSwamiji of the Sri Siddaganga Mutt and one on Sri BalagangadharanathaSwamiji. What’s more, hehas written and sung songs that have been widely appreciated.
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