চন্দ্রশেখর কাম্বার

chandrasekhar Kambar is an illustrious Kannada writer, who is acclaimed for the rich mythopoeic imagination of his work. He is the president of the Central Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi. The Government of India has recently honoured him with the Padma Bhushan (2021). In addition to many other prestigious awards, Kambar has also received India’s highest literary award, the Jnanpith Award, in 2010. Kambar’s oeuvre of 25 plays comprises well-known works like Jokumaraswamy, Siri Sampige, Mahmood Gawan and others. He has penned 11 poetry collections and seven novels. His critical writings focus on folk theatre and literature. This versatile genius has also made award-winning films and directed music.