Ramesh Rai Kukkuvalli is an Indian actor who works in the Tulu and Kannada film industries. He has appeared in more than 23 Tulu movies and 8 Kannada movies, and additionally, in 6 Tulu and Kannada TV serials. He has portrayed primarily negative roles in Tulu Movies. Sajjige Bajil which was telecasted on DD Chandana was the most popular comedy serial in Tulu which was produced by him and which he also starred in. Some of his notable works include major roles in movies like Pilibail Yamunakka (2016), Pattanaje (2017), Kambalabettu Bhatrena Magal (2019). His Kannada works include Madamakki (2016), Banna Bannada Baduku (2017) and Anuktha (2019). In the 30 years of his career in the Tulu theatre industry, he has performed in 1200 plays. His 2019 releases include the Kannada film Pencil Box.