Karthik Venkatesh, an Indian music director and director is noted for his work in Kannada cinema. After completing his education in BE, Karthik worked at Google India in the R & D department before eventually foraying in the entertainment industry. Karthik started his career in the film industry as a music director and he composed for films like Aghori, Ojas and Mythili. His 2017 release includes Darpana, a Kannada romance sci-fi thriller film starring Arvind Rau, Sundeep Malani, Yethiraj and Dubai Rafique. The movie marks Karthik`s directorial debut. His 2018 releases include Seethamma Bandalu Sirimallige Thottu, Abhaya Hasta and Amrutha Ghalige. His other releases include Amrutha Ghalige and Seethamma Bandalu Sirimallige Thottu.