Anekal Balaraj is an Indian film producer who was associated with the 2003 Kannada movie Kariya, directed by Prem. His 2017 venture includes the action thriller film Kariya 2, starring Santhosh in the lead role opposite Mayuri Kyatari. Directed by Prabhu Srinivas, the movie revolves around Kariya, a small-time local goon, who works with a big underworld don.