From Chandan Kumar to Chaitra Vasudevan; Star celebs who are successful entrepreneurs

Name, fame, and a long list of admirers are something all actors have. But not many of us know that along with acting, they are also very good businessmen and run many business ventures. Here is a list of a few Kannada TV stars who are successful as entrepreneurs in recent times.

Besides being active with his TV shows and production house, not many know that Srujan is equally interested in the hotel business. The actor has two restaurants in Bengaluru which are quite popular.

Shine, who started his own business with a small food truck has become a chain of eating houses. Having been active in the restaurant industry for a long time now. Shine has opened nearly three eat-outs in Bengaluru off late.

Besides being one of the most successful actors in recent days, Kiran Raj is a successful businessman too. The actor has ventured into multiple businesses like owning a restaurant and having his own clothing brand. That's not all, he also has his own NGO, where he helps the needy frequently.

This handsome hunk also owns eat-outs that serve the best mouth-watering veg and non-veg biryanis. Chandan has his eat-outs on the outskirts of Bengaluru, where any traveler would want to stop by for that traditional bite of dishes.

Manasa Joshi, who is also a professional classical dancer runs her own dance academy. Manasa teaches Kathak dance to all age groups. She even takes online classes for abroad students as well.

Besides being one of the most happening hosts, Chaitra is a successful entrepreneur, too. The actress-host owns an event management company and strikes a fine balance between her work and other passion. She even owns a production house.

Kannada TV czarina Shruti Naidu also has her own restaurant in Mysuru. Shruti's restaurant is famous for serving traditional meals with a tinge of south Indian meals. Many celebs never miss a chance to visit Shruti's restaurant when in Mysuru.

Besides his dance school, the reality star also has a franchise of one of the best biryani palaces in Bengaluru. He often spends time in the restaurant and tries his hand in the Kitchen department too. A video of Kishen preparing Biryani had indeed gone viral.

Following the footsteps of her husband, Chandan Kumar, Kavita has also turned into an entrepreneur recently. The actress has come up with her own studio which is all about learning self-grooming, makeovers, acting, and much more.