M. N. Chowdappa (Kannada: ಮಾ.ನಾ.ಚೌಡಪ್ಪ) was an Indian journalist, broadcaster and author born in July 1909. Chowdappa completed his intermediate in Mysore. During his student days he developed an interest in literature, radio broadcasting and theatre under influence of his Guru N. Kasturi. Chowdappa had a vast knowledge of Karnataka history, especially of the Karnataka dynasties, culture and literature. Hence he was requested by editors of various encyclopedias to contribute articles. A simple person who never bragged about his achievements, Chowdappa was hailed by friends as a silent worker.