Anatharu is a 2007 Kannada film directed by Sadhu Kokila. The film stars Upendra, Darshan, Radhika Kumaraswamy (Kutti Radhika) and Sanghavi. The film is a remake of the 2003 Tamil film Pithamagan. Upendra was previously known for his unique dilogue delivery, but this movie acted as a platform for him to prove his mettle as an actor as he had to use only his body language, his character in the film being dumb by nature.
Sathya (Darshan Tugudeep) tries to reform the uncivilised Rudra (Upendra) who is raised by a cemetery guard. But, he is strong-willed and does whatever is told by the person he trusts. He seldom talks but lets his fist do all the talking. Sathya and Rudra become close friends and share a very special bond with each other. As Rudra begins to reform himself, Sathya is murdered by Mahadeva, a ganja dealer, for interfering in his business. Rudra, who had worked for Mahadeva avenges his life's only best friend by hunting down and killing the ganja dealer Mahadeva.
The film ran for 12 weeks and was a moderate success at the box office. Upendra's performance was largely acclaimed by the critics.