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Nagaraju Shiva Putta Swamy (born 12 July 1962), 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.


Born Nagaraju Shiva Putta Swamy
12 July 1962 (age 54)[1]
Madras, Madras State, India
Residence Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Other names Shivanna
Alma mater The New College, 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 (father)
Parvathamma (mother)
Relatives See Rajkumar family


Filmfare Awards South
Year Award type Film Notes
1995 Best Actor Om Won
1996 Best Actor Nammoora Mandara Hoove Won
1999 Best Actor A. K. 47 (film) Won
2010 Best Actor Thamassu Won
2013 Best Actor Bhajarangi Nominated
2015 Best Actor Vajrakaya Nominated
2016 Best Actor Santheyalli Nintha Kabira Nominated