The Karnataka State Film Awards for 2020 and 2021 have been announced, recognizing prominent figures in cinema. Filmmaker M.S. Sathyu received the Puttanna Kanagal Award for 2020, while actor-politician Jayamala was given the Dr. Rajkumar Award. For 2021, producer Sa. Ra. Govindu received the Dr. Rajkumar Award, and director K. Shivarudraiah was honored with the Puttanna Kanagal Award. Veteran still photographer Pragathi Ashwath Narayana and actor-producer M.K. Sundar Raj also received distinguished honors.