Janardhan R, who is also known as Jaani Janardhan, is an Indian actor and director who is known for his work in the Kannada film industry. Hailing from Bengaluru, Janardhan studied at St. Joseph's Indian High School. Making his foray into the film industry, he directed the 2009 drama Anjadiru, following which he was seen acting in movies and has the 2018 crime drama Neenillada Male to his credit.