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SandalwoodThe director confirmed this amid doubts over whether he will be the one to helm Shivarajkumar’s 125th film.Digital NativeDigital NativeBefore the Covid-19 pandemic hit, it was reported that director Narthan would direct Kannada star Shivarajkumar in Bhairathi Ranagal, which was announced to be the star’s 125th film. However, the outbreak of the pandemic has changed the equations, we hear. Clarifying the issue, the director said in an interview with the New Indian Express that directing Shivanna is his “responsibility”. He said, “Directing Shivanna is my responsibility, and he has also liked and approved the storyline. This was a project we had planned just after Mufti, but we couldn’t take off at that time. Shivanna got involved with other commitments, and I also got busy with my project with Yash, on which I have been working over the last year. The number doesn’t matter, and whether...

SandalwoodA Harsha and Shiva Rajkumar have completed shooting 'Bhajarangi 2', their third film together, and are waiting for its release.Digital NativeThe progress of Shiva Rajkumar’s Shivappa has taken the fast-track route with the team completing the first schedule already and moving over to the next phase. The first look of the Kannada superstar has also been revealed creating quite a stir among his fans. While Shivappa is in progress, we have news that Shivanna will be moving over to the A Harsha directorial after completing the current venture. Interestingly, A Harsha and Shiva Rajkumar have completed shooting Bhajarangi 2 and are waiting for its release, which has been postponed due to the pandemic. Having worked together in Vajrakaya, Bhajarangi, A Harsha and Shivanna teamed up for Bhajarangi 2 for the third time and now the reports state that they will be working together for the fourth time. The official launch...

SandalwoodDirected by Vijay Milton, the film also stars Anjali, Dhananjaya, Yasha Shivakumar and Pruthvi Ambaar.Digital NativeDigital NativeIt was reported a few days ago that the Shivappa team had wrapped up the first schedule and that the project was progressing at a fast pace. Starring Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar in the lead, the film is directed by cinematographer-turned-director Vijay Milton. Incidentally, Shivappa marks his debut in the Kannada film industry. Confirming the completion of the first schedule, Vijay Milton had recently tweeted: “done with 1st schedule of #shivappa to all @NimmaShivanna fans out there, i became one of u. 8 days of schedule completed 23 scenes. tnx to the whole team especially to @dhananjaya_ka @AmbarPruthv @krishnasarthak1 #anoopseelin @yoursanjali.” donewith 1st schedule of #shivappa to all @NimmaShivanna fans out there,i became one of u 8 days of schedule completed 23 scenes. tnx to the whole team especially to @dhananjaya_ka @AmbarPruthvi @krishnasarthak1 #anoopseelin @yoursanjali — sd.

SandalwoodWhile Anjali has been roped in to star opposite Shiva Rajkumar, the star cast also includes Dhananjaya and Pruthvi Ambaar.Digital NativeFile PhotoReports surfaced a few months ago that cinematographer-turned-director Vijay Milton will be wielding the megaphone for a movie, which will have the Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar playing the lead role. Incidentally, this will be Vijay Milton’s debut Kannada directorial. The latest update is that the film was flagged off on Thursday, with the official pooja at the Dodda Ganapati temple in Bengaluru, in the presence of all the team members. Shiva Rajkumar had tweeted a photo and captioned it, “Back to work for my new film.” Anjali will star opposite Shiva Rajkumar in the film. The shooting will begin on November 23, with Shivanna and Pruthvi Ambaar joining the sets at Sanskrit College in Bengaluru. It will be a 40-day-long schedule, with Dhananjaya, who will reportedly play an important role in the film,...

SandalwoodYet to be titled, the film will be bankrolled by Krishna Sarthak.Digital NativeDigital NativeAcclaimed filmmaker Vijay Milton first directed the Tamil film Azhagai Irukkirai Bayamai Irukkirathu but it was the critically acclaimed Goli Soda that shot him into the limelight as a director. The cinematographer-turned-director announced some time ago that he will be directing a film with Kannada star Shiva Rajkumar in the lead. He then surprised film buffs with the announcement that Daali Dhananjay will also be a part of the star cast. Incidentally, Shiva Rajkumar and Dhananjay had shared screen space in Tagaru earlier, which turned out to be a big hit. While this news was a treat for fans, here comes another interesting report. Dia fame Pruthvi Ambaar has also been signed up to play a pivotal role in the upcoming film. The filmmakers are now busy scouting for a suitable heroine and are expected to make an official announcement soon.

SandalwoodTentatively titled ‘Kuladalli Keelyavudo’, the film will be directed by Yogaraj Bhat.Digital NativeDigital NativeReports emerged a few days ago that Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar has signed a new film with noted director Yogaraj Bhat. It was also reported that the multi-faceted actor-director-choreographer Prabhu Deva has been roped in to share screen space with Shiva Rajkumar in the film. Incidentally, Prabhu Deva was last seen in a Kannada film way back in 2002. The latest buzz about this project, tentatively titled Kuladalli Keelyavudo, is that it will be a period action drama. Speaking about the film in an interview to Toi, Yogaraj said, “I’ll take up this project after I complete the shoot of my current film Gaalipata 2 and after Shiva Rajkumar wraps up his current obligations. Prabhu Deva is delighted to be a part of the project. Both these actors will be showcased in a never seen before avatar in this film,...

SandalwoodWhile Pushkara Mallikarjunaiah is producing the film, the film’s title, cast and crew are yet to be revealed.Digital NativeDigital NativeAfter carving a niche for himself with his directorial debut Avane Srimannarayana, editor-turned-director Sachin Ravi is back with his second film. While he went with Rakshit Shetty for his debut directorial, the director has chosen the Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar for his current assignment. Confirming this, Sachin Ravi wrote on his social media page: “After a memorable journey of #Asn, very happy to collaborate with Pushkara Mallikarjunaiah sir again. The title of the film will be revealed soon.” ಇವರ ಸಿನಿಮಾ ನೋಡಿ ಕನಸುಗಳನ್ನು ಕಟ್ಟುತ್ತಿದ್ದೆವು... ಈಗ ಇವರ ಜೊತೆಯಲ್ಲೆ ನಮ್ಮ ಕನಸು ನನಸಾಗುವ ಸಮಯ... ಮಹಾನ್ ಕಲಾವಿದ @NimmaShivanna ಅವರ ಜೊತೆ, ನನ್ನ ನಿರ್ದೇಶನದ ಮುಂದಿನ ಸಿನಿಮ. ಕನ...

SandalwoodTo be directed by Yograj Bhatt, the film will start rolling early next year.Digital NativeDigital NativeReports have emerged that veteran director-choreographer-actor Prabhu Deva will be sharing screen space with Kannada star Shiva Rajkumar in his upcoming film. To be directed by Yograj Bhatt, the film will start rolling early next year. Reports say that the impressive script prompted Shiva Rajkumar to hop on board immediately after hearing the story. He also arranged a meeting between Yograj and Prabhu Deva to ensure that the latter makes it to the star cast, after being confident that he would be apt for the role. The project will kickstart after both Shiva Rajkumar and Prabhu Deva complete their current assignments. Shiva Rajkumar has recently wrapped up the shooting of the A Harsha directorial Bhajarangi 2. The film stars Bhavana as the female lead. The technical crew of Bhajarangi 2 comprises Arjun Janya for music composition,...

SandalwoodThe actor has several upcoming projects like ‘Bhajarangi 2’, ‘Rdx’ and ‘Bhairathi Ranagallu’.Digital NativeReports are doing rounds that Kannada star Shiva Rajkumar will be collaborating with debut director Kotresh Chapparadahalli for his new film. Kotresh has worked as an associate with directors A Harsha and Yogi G Raj in the past. An ardent Shiva Rajkumar fan, Kotresh has reportedly written an interesting political thriller for his favourite star and is sure that it will grab the attention of all his fans worldwide. Reports are that the shooting of this film may begin early next month. Official word on the cast and crew is expected to be out soon. While this project is taking shape, Shiva Rajkumar has completed shooting for the A Harsha directorial Bhajarangi 2. This film was scheduled to hit the theatres in April this year, but was postponed because of the lockdown due to coronavirus. The film has Bhavana playing the female lead.

SandalwoodThe actor recently bagged the female lead role in the upcoming Shiva Rajkumar starrer 'Rdx'.Digital NativeEver since the Puneeth Rajkumar starrer James was announced, there were various speculations about who would pair up with him on-screen. Well, the wait seems to be finally over as there are reports that his Rajakumaraa pair will be reuniting for James. Priya Anand, who made her debut in Sandalwood with Rajakumaraa, may be roped in for James. While news about Priya Anand’s inclusion to the James star cast is doing rounds, it may be recalled that she has bagged the female lead role in the upcoming Shiva Rajkumar starrer Rdx. Ravi Arasu is wielding the megaphone for this venture with the dialogues penned by Chandramouli. The technical crew includes Charan Raj for music and M Saravanan for cinematography with Rajasekar choreographing the stunts and Durairaj taking care of the art direction. Sathya Jyothi Films,...

SandalwoodThe delegation discussed relief measures and subsidies that the film industry is in dire need of following the coronavirus outbreak and the ensuing lockdown.Digital NativeDigital NativeA delegation of the Kannada film fraternity, headed by Shiva Rajkumar, met Karnataka Chief Minister Bs Yediyurappa and Deputy Chief Minister Dr Ashwathnarayan on Wednesday. They discussed the various relief measures and subsidies that the film industry is in dire need of following the coronavirus outbreak and the ensuing lockdown. The film industry is trying to get back on its feet with the government recently according permission to recommence shooting after nearly six months. Members of various film unions in Sandalwood, comprising producers, directors, technicians and stars like Yash and Duniya Vijay, were also present during the meeting. Both the Cm and the Deputy Cm patiently listened to their requests and have promised to do the needful, say sources. Prior to this meet, two...

SandalwoodLast year, Sudeep had unveiled the common Dp for ShivaRajkumar’s birthday.Digital NativeIt’s the Kannada star Kiccha Sudeep’s birthday tomorrow and fans are thrilled with the Superstar of Sandalwood, Shiva Rajkumar unveiling the common Dp as a part of the online celebrations. Releasing the common Dp on Twitter, Shiva Rajkumar had tweeted: “Happy to release common Dp for my dear friend @KicchaSudeep .. all the best.” Happy to release common Dp for my dear friend @KicchaSudeep .. all the best pic.twitter.com/x1LonqME3f — DrShivaRajkumar (@NimmaShivanna) August 30, 2020 Interestingly, Sudeep had unveiled the common Dp for Shiva Rajkumar’s birthday earlier and this shows the good rapport they share. Shiva Rajkumar and Kiccha Sudeep had shared the screen space in the 2018 release The Villain, which turned out to be huge hit. Directed by Prem, The Villain had Shiva Rajkumar and Kiccha Sudeep sharing the screen space for the first time.

SandalwoodTo be directed by Ram Dhulipudi, the shooting of the film is expected to begin in November this year, if all goes well.Digital NativeDigital NativeKannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar enjoys a good fan base in the neighbouring states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana as well. To capitalise on this, the star’s next film will be a bilingual made in Kannada and Telugu. Entrepreneur-turned-producer Srikanth Dhulipudi will be bankrolling the film under his banner with Ram Dhulipudi wielding the megaphone. Reports say that the hero will be seen playing an army officer. Speaking about the film, Srikanth Dhulipudi said in an interview to Cinema Express, “The film is an out-and-out entertainer with action, romance and sentiment. We wanted to fulfil our vision of reaching out to as many people as possible with this universal story and are planning to make it in Kannada and Telugu on a grand scale.” The...

SandalwoodThe film is expected to hit the screens in February next year. Digital Native Ram Dhulipudi, well-known in the Telugu film circle as a screenplay writer and executive producer is all set to wield the megaphone. Reports are in that he will be directing his first film with the Kannada superstar Shivarajkumar in the lead. In an interview with the cinema express, director Ram had revealed, “Shivarajkumar will be seen in a role that has saint-like characteristics. The film is an emotional love story with a dash of action and will be shot across the picturesque locales of Kashmir, Chikmagalur, and the Us. The principal photography will commence in September. Currently, we are looking for a suitable actor for the female lead.” On getting the Sandalwood star Shivarajkumar to sign up for the film, the director said that he began with a 20-minute narration which went on for 100 minutes. The...

SandalwoodThe film is expected to hit the screens in February next year. Digital Native Ram Dhulipudi, well-known in the Telugu film circle as a screenplay writer and executive producer is all set to wield the megaphone. Reports are in that he will be directing his first film with the Kannada superstar Shivarajkumar in the lead. In an interview with the cinema express, director Ram had revealed, “Shivarajkumar will be seen in a role that has saint-like characteristics. The film is an emotional love story with a dash of action and will be shot across the picturesque locales of Kashmir, Chikmagalur, and the Us. The principal photography will commence in September. Currently, we are looking for a suitable actor for the female lead.” On getting the Sandalwood star Shivarajkumar to sign up for the film, the director said that he began with a 20-minute narration which went on for 100 minutes. The...

SandalwoodTouted to be an entertainer, the film is directed by Ravi Arasu.Digital NativeDigital NativePriya Anand has bagged the female lead role in the upcoming Kannada movie Rdx, meaning Rd Xavier. The actor will be sharing screen space with Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar in this entertainer. Ravi Arasu will be wielding the megaphone for this venture while the dialogues will be penned by Chandramouli. The rest of the technical crew includes Charan Raj for music and M Saravanan for cinematography with Rajasekar choreographing the stunts and Durairaj taking care of the art direction. Sathya Jyothi Films, which has several hit movies to its credit, will be bankrolling Rdx. To be made on a high budget, the film will be shot at various locations in north India, we hear. Shiva Rajkumar is currently working on two films – Bhajarangi 2 and Rdx – simultaneously. The plan was to complete one film first and then move on to the next,...

SandalwoodAccording the latest reports, the cinematographer/director has impressed the Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar with script and has got his go ahead to direct it.Digital NativeVijay Milton, a well-known cinematographer, turned into a director with Azhagai Irukkirai Bayamai Irukkirathu in 2006 but it was Goli Soda that came in 2014 that won him accolades including the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Film. He is currently wielding the camera for the Kannada movie Pogaru, which is being directed by Nanda Kishore. This film has Dhruva Sarja playing the lead role with Rashmika Mandanna as the heroine. According the latest reports, Vijay Milton has impressed the Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar with script and has got his go ahead to direct it. Sources in the know say that the cinematographer/director will start work on this project after he is done with Pogaru. In the meantime, Shivanna has two films - Bhajarangi 2 and Rdx - to complete.

SandalwoodAccording the latest reports, the cinematographer/director has impressed the Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar with script and has got his go ahead to direct it.Digital NativeVijay Milton, a well-known cinematographer, turned into a director with Azhagai Irukkirai Bayamai Irukkirathu in 2006 but it was Goli Soda that came in 2014 that won him accolades including the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Film. He is currently wielding the camera for the Kannada movie Pogaru, which is being directed by Nanda Kishore. This film has Dhruva Sarja playing the lead role with Rashmika Mandanna as the heroine. According the latest reports, Vijay Milton has impressed the Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar with script and has got his go ahead to direct it. Sources in the know say that the cinematographer/director will start work on this project after he is done with Pogaru. In the meantime, Shivanna has two films - Bhajarangi 2 and Rdx - to complete.

SandalwoodThe plan was to complete one film first and then move over to the next but things did not proceed as conceived. Digital NativeDigital Native Shiva Rajkumar will work on two films – Bhajarangi 2 and Rdx – simultaneously. The plan was to complete one film first and then move over to the next but things did not proceed as conceived with the Bhajarangi 2 sets razed down by fire twice. This situation has forced Shivanna to complete both the films in one go. According to reports, Bhajarangi 2 and Rdx, will go on the floors this month. Harsha is wielding the megaphone for Bhajarangi 2, which has raised the expectation levels as the duo are teaming up for the third time. On choosing the title, the director had reportedly said that it will have no connection with Bhajarangi but he chose the title because his team liked it. So, from what we gather, Bhajarangi 2 will be a completely different story.

SandalwoodDirected by Ravi Arasu, the film is touted to be a cop drama.Digital NativeDigital NativeHere’s the news that every Shiva Rajkumar fan has been waiting for! The title for his next has been finalised. The film has been named Rdx, short for Rd Xavier. It goes without saying that Shiva Rajkumar will be appearing in the title role in this flick, which will be directed by Ravi Arasu. Touted to be a cop drama, the film is planned as a mass entertainer. Rdx will be launched on February 19 to coincide with the star’s 35th anniversary in the Kannada film industry. The dialogues for the film will be penned by Chandramouli. The rest of the technical crew includes Charan Raj for music and M Saravanan for cinematography with Rajasekar choreographing the stunts and Durairaj taking care of the art direction. Sathya Jyothi Films, which has several hit movies it its credit,...

SandalwoodReportedly a cop story, the film will be bankrolled by Sathya Jyothi Films, one of the biggest production houses in the south Indian film industry.Digital NativeDigital NativeShiva Rajkumar will be associating with one of the biggest production houses in the south Indian film industry. The Kannada star will be doing a film with Sathya Jyothi Films, confirm sources. The film will be directed by Ravi Arasu, who has directed movies such as Eeti and Ayngaran. Apparently, Ravi Arasu floored Shiva Rajkumar with a cop story and the star immediately agreed to hop on board. Sources close to the director say that after watching Shiva Rajkumar play a policeman in films like Tagaru and Mufti, Ravi Arasu was set on casting the star for his film. The shooting of this film, which is yet to be titled, will commence in February next year. In the meantime, Shiva Rajkumar is about...