Vishwanath G. P

Vishwanath G. P.
Born	11 September 1987, India
Nationality	Indian
Other names	Vishwanath Patani
Occupation	Businessman, Film Producer, Director, Lyricist, Singer, Actor, Politician, Social Worker, College Administrator
Years active	2005–present
Education	B.Com, MBA, LLB
Title	Founder of Vishwa Enterprises & Vishwa Production, CEO of Riva Institute of Aesthetic
Key Roles	State President – Karnataka Para Sangatanegala Okkuta; State President – Karnataka Prajashakthi Samithi
Other Ventures	Travel services, construction projects, real estate, BCV College administration
Spouse	Ashwini
Children	Krishav V. (son), Nishvika V. (daughter)
Parents	Gangappa Patani (father), Savithri G. P. (mother)
Relatives	Sisters: Jyothi, Lakshmi; Brothers: Shiva, Raghvendra; Brothers-in-law: Shanmukaiah, Santhosh; Nieces/Nephews: Srinidhi, Thulsi, Dhruva, Nikshith
Awards & Recognition	Z Kannada News Yuvarathna Award, Suvarna News International Award, News 1st Business Icon Award, Chithra Santhe Award, Kempegowda Award, Kuvempu Award, Universal Icon Award, Pulikeshi Award, Vera Kannadiga Award, Best Lyricist Award, Best Singer Award, State Award, National Award, International Award, Basavana Award, Dr. Ambedkar Award, Best Student Award, Karnataka Vidyarthi Award, Best Social Worker Award, Best Organisation Award, Madakari Nayaka Award, Kittur Rani Chennamma Award, Sangolli Rayanna Award

Vishwanath G. P. (born 11 September 1987) is an Indian businessman, sportsman, politician, social worker, film producer, director, lyricist, singer, and actor. He is the founder of Vishwa Enterprises and Vishwa Production, and the Chief Executive Officer of Riva Institute of Aesthetic, Bangalore. Known for his diverse career spanning business, cinema, politics, and community service, he holds leadership roles in multiple organizations in Karnataka.

Early Life and Education

Vishwanath was born to Gangappa Patani and Savithri G. P. in India. Raised in a large family with two sisters and two brothers, he pursued higher education in commerce, business administration, and law, completing his B.Com, MBA, and LLB degrees.

Career

He began his career as a businessman before venturing into the Kannada film industry as a producer, director, lyricist, singer, and actor. He manages Vishwa Enterprises, Vishwa Production, and serves as CEO of the Riva Institute of Aesthetic in Bangalore. He is also Administrative Officer at BCV College, and has been involved in travel services, construction projects, and real estate.

Political and Social Engagement

Vishwanath is actively involved in politics and grassroots activism. He currently serves as State President of Karnataka Para Sangatanegala Okkuta and Karnataka Prajashakthi Samithi. His work focuses on community upliftment, policy advocacy, and empowering marginalized groups in Karnataka.

Personal Life

Vishwanath is married to Ashwini and has two children – Krishav and Nishvika. His extended family includes siblings Jyothi, Lakshmi, Shiva, and Raghvendra, along with brothers-in-law Shanmukaiah and Santhosh, and nieces/nephews Srinidhi, Thulsi, Dhruva, and Nikshith.

Awards and Recognition

Vishwanath has received numerous awards for excellence in business, arts, education, and social work, including the Z Kannada News Yuvarathna Award, Kempegowda Award, Dr. Ambedkar Award, and Kittur Rani Chennamma Award.

See Also

• Kannada cinema
• List of Indian entrepreneurs
• List of Indian politicians
• List of Indian film producers