Shiva Rajkumar
| Shiva Rajkumar | |
|---|---|
| Native name | ಶಿವ ರಾಜಕುಮಾರ್ |
| Born |
Putta Swamy Madras, Madras State, India |
| Residence | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Other names | Shivanna, Shivu, Puttu |
| Alma mater |
University of Madras M.G.R. Government Film and Television Training Institute |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1986–present |
| Spouse(s) | Geetha (m. 1986) |
| Children | 2 |
| Parent(s) |
Rajkumar Parvathamma Rajkumar |
| Relatives | Kumar Bangarappa (Brother-in-Law). Vinay Rajkumar (nephew) |
| Family |
Raghavendra Rajkumar (brother) Puneeth Rajkumar (brother) |
Putta Swamy, known by his screen name Shiva Rajkumar, is an Indian film actor, producer, playback singer, and television presenter best known for his work in Kannada cinema. He is the eldest son of actor Rajkumar. In his career spanning more than three decades, Shiva has worked in over 100 films.
After graduating in Bachelor of Science (Chemistry), Shiva made his debut screen appearance in films with Singeetham Srinivas Rao's Anand (1986). His first three films, namely Anand, Ratha Sapthami (1986) and Mana Mechchida Hudugi (1987) were all successful, which earned him the title Hattrick Hero.
Shiva has worked in the film industry for over 28 years, producing films Anand, Ratha Sapthami (1986), Om (1995), Janumada Jodi, Nammoora Mandara Hoove, A.K. 47, Jogi, Bhajarangi, Killing Veerappan, Shivalinga created milestones in Kannada film industry and records at the box office. He was conferred honorary doctorate by Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University in 2014.
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