K. Viswanath (67), well-known as Auto Vishwanna and a resident of Kuvempunagar in city, passed away on Sept. 14.

He leaves behind his wife Sathya Prema and three daughters — Rajani, Purnima and Seema.

Last rites were held in city.

He had served Kannada theatre for almost four decades. He played a vital role in building ‘Nagamangala Kannada Sangha’ to reach its glory.

He is a State-level stage designer, costume maker and an actor whose work always spoke louder than his words.