Whether you are a fan of modern stars like Pooja Gandhi or a newcomer to the region, these classics provide the soul of Sandalwood.

Pooja Gandhi is not part of "black-and-white" vintage cinema (pre-1980s). For true vintage Kannada classics, see Part 3 below.

A tragic drama about a man whose generosity becomes his downfall. This film showcased the emotional depth of Dr. Rajkumar and remains a tear-jerker for every Kannada household.

If you are looking to start your journey into vintage Kannada cinema, these five films are essential viewing:

She faced significant backlash for a specific scene in the film but defended it as an artistic choice essential to the character's story.