Kannada actor Honnavalli Krishna made his acting debut in 1974 movie Sri Srinivasa Kalyana in a supporting role. In his career spanning over four decades, he has been a part of movies like Vamshi (2008), Neralu (2013), Jithu (2013), Chirayu (2014), Ond Chance Kodi (2015), Tyson (2016), Arivu (2017) and Dhairyam (2017). His 2018 release includes Bhootayyana Mommaga Ayyu. He is associated with the 2018 Kannada fantasy, mystery, romance Shivu Paru directed by America Suresh. His 2019 releases includes Khanana, I love You, Damayanthi and Rajalakshmi.