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{{Infobox film
| name          = Shiva
| name          = Shiva
| image          =  
| image          = Shiva (2012 film).jpg
| caption        =  
| caption        = Poster
| director      = [[Om Prakash Rao]]
| director      = [[Om Prakash Rao]]
| producer      = K. P. Srikanth
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R. Srinivas
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Kantharaj (Chitradurga)
    | data1 = M. S. Ramesh
| writer        = M. S. Ramesh
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R. Rajashekhar
(Dialogues)
| screenplay    = Omprakash rao
| screenplay    = Omprakash rao
| story          = Omprakash Rao
| story          = Omprakash Rao
| starring      = [[Shivrajkumar]]<br />[[Ragini Dwivedi]]
| producer      = K. P. Srikanth<br/>R. Srinivas<br/>Kantharaju
| starring      = [[Shiva Rajkumar]]<br />[[Ragini Dwivedi]]
| music          = [[Gurukiran]]
| music          = [[Gurukiran]]
| cinematography = [[Satya Hegde]]
| cinematography = [[Satya Hegde]]
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'''''Shiva''''' is a 2012 [[Kannada]] [[action film]] starring [[Shivarajkumar]] directed by [[Om Prakash Rao]] and produced by K. P. Srikanth under Company films banner. The film also stars [[Ragini Dwivedi]] in the female lead role. This venture marks the 101 feature film for the actor Shivarajkumar.
'''''Shiva''''' is a 2012 [[Kannada]]-language [[action film]] directed by [[Om Prakash Rao]] and produced by Company films. The film stars [[Shiva Rajkumar]] in his 101st film, alongside [[Ragini Dwivedi]], [[Rangayana Raghu]], [[P. Ravi Shankar]], and [[Chi. Guru Dutt]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/amp/story/entertainment/kannada/2012/jun/19/shivarajkumar-ready-with-101st-film-378709.html|title=Shivarajkumar ready with 101st film|work=[[The New Indian Express]]|date=19 June 2012}}</ref>
 
== Plot ==
Rajendra, a jockey in [[Jockey Club|Turf Club]], is accused of cheating as his horse was drugged during the race. Rajendra and his best friend David D'Souza, a news reporter, learn that Panduranga Shetty, Mastaan and Aadikeshava, who are corporate businessmen and good friends, are responsible for the incident as Rajendra refuses to lose the race for their selfishness. Before submitting the evidence, Shetty, Aadikeshava and Mastaan barge at David's house and kill him and his wife. They are buried in a coffin with David's daughter Julie as the lone survivor.


==Plot==
Fifteen years later, Aadikeshava and Shetty become rivals due to a misunderstanding. Julie, being trained with [[sharpshooting]] and other tactics, kills Aadikeshava's son Ajay and Aadikeshava believes that Shetty has killed Ajay. Aadikeshava orders his henchmen to trace Shetty's son and kill him. Shiva, Shetty's son and a carefree youngster, falls for Julie, who is working in [[Airtel India|Airtel]]. Julie accepts Shiva's love after various events. At the cemetery, Aadikeshava's men attack Shiva, who defeats them. However, Shiva is brutally stabbed by Julie. One of Aadikeshava's henchman learn about Julie's involvement in Ajay's death and rivalry between Shetty and Aadikeshava and informs it to Aadikeshava, who reunites with Shetty and decide to track down Julie.
Shiva and Julie fall in love with each other but soon, she realises Shiva plans to avenge the death of his father. She then decides to join forces with him to defeat the perpetrator.
 
It is revealed that Shiva is not Shetty's son, but an informer sent by Mastaan to gather evidence to finish Shetty and Aadikeshava's empire. Shiva tells Mastaan that Shetty's real son is in [[Goa]], where he learns that Julie is also in Goa as Shetty's son's assistant. Shetty's son learns about Julie's agenda and chases after her, but is saved by Shiva and the duo escape. Julie apologize to Shiva as she assumed that he is Shetty's son and reveals her past. Shiva makes a paper toy and reveals himself as Rajendra's son and Julie's childhood friend. Shiva reveals that Rajendra was also killed by Aadikeshava, Shetty and Mastaan on the same day Julie's family died. Shiva was sent to prison on false charges, where he meets Mustaan, who was also imprisoned on false charges by Shetty and Aadikeshava. Shiva saves Mustaan and gains his trust in order to wipe down the trio.
 
Shiva and Julie sneak into Shetty's warehouse and gathers the evidence against Shetty for illegal activities. At the Turf Club, Shetty and Aadikeshava meets Mastaan, who reveals his intentions to kill them. Julie meets the trio and reveals Shiva's true identity and reveals that Shiva has taken Rajendra's place as the jockey. Shiva wins the race and reveals his father's innocence. The trio challenges Shiva to save Julie from getting killed. Shiva arrives at the venue and a final combat ensues, where Shiva and Julie kill the trio, thus avenging their families's death.


==Cast==
==Cast==
* [[Shivrajkumar]] as Shiva
{{cast listing|
* [[Ragini Dwivedi]] as Julie
* [[Shiva Rajkumar]] as Shiva
* [[Ragini Dwivedi]] as Julie D'Souza
* [[Rangayana Raghu]] as Panduranga Shetty
* [[Rangayana Raghu]] as Panduranga Shetty
*Ravishankar as Aadhikeshava
* [[P. Ravishankar]] as Aadhikeshava
* [[Chi. Guru Dutt|Gurudutt]] as Mastaan
* [[Chi. Guru Dutt]] as Mastaan
* [[Ravi Kale]] as Rajendra
* [[Ravi Kale]] as Rajendra, Shiva's father
* [[Shobaraj (Kannada Actor)|Shobaraj]]
* [[Suchendra Prasad]] as David D'Souza, Julie's father
* Suchindra Prasad as David
* [[Mandeep Roy]] as Shindhe 
* Stunt Siddu
* [[Padmaja Rao]] as Julie's mother
* [[Mandeep Roy]] as Shindhe
* [[John Kokken]] as Shetty's son
* Suchithra
* [[Karthik Jayaram]] as Ajay, Aadikeshava's son
* [[Padmaja Rao]]
* [[Saurav Lokesh (Bhajarangi Loki)|Saurav Lokesh]] as a police trainee
* Suchithra
* Mico Nagaraj  
* Mico Nagaraj  
* Danny Kuttappa  
* Danny Kuttappa  
* Ramesh Bhat  
* [[Ramesh Bhat]]
* John Kokken
* Mallesh Gowda
* [[Karthik Jayaram]]
* Stunt Siddu
* Mallesh Gowda  
* [[Saurav Lokesh (Bhajarangi Loki) |Saurav Lokesh]] as Police Trainee
* K. S. Ravindranath  
* K. S. Ravindranath  
* Karthik  
* Karthik  
* Patre Nagaraj  
* Patre Nagaraj  
* [[Kishore (actor, born 1974)|Kishore]]
* Harish Rayappa  
* Harish Rayappa  
* [[Shobaraj (Kannada Actor)|Shobaraj]]
* [[Bullet Prakash]]
* [[Bullet Prakash]]
* [[Suman Ranganathan]] as item number "Appu Appu"
* [[Suman Ranganathan]] in the song "Appu Appu" (cameo appearance)
 
}}
==Production==
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Shivarajakumar is not only the darling of producers, lovable personality off screen but he is the savior in 'Shiva' budget to the tune of Rs. 500,000. He took part in Kannada cinema 'Shiva' and it all happened in a breath taking style.
 
It was the railway track where a youth was decisive to end his life. In fact the actual train was coming on the same lane the entry of Shivarajakumar saves the guy from virtual death. The sequence looked almost real for reel life of 'Shiva' Kannada film in the direction of Om Prakash Rao.
 
Earlier to this shoot the graphic representation was thought for this scene but it was not agreed by the team members. Instead of spending Rs. 500,000 plus on the graphic the perfect planning would save the money and give a natural feel decided the director. It was the interstate express train that was part of this sequence.
 
Showing guts to take part in the shoot when the actual train was coming from one side is perhaps for the first time.
 
Palani Raj shooting at Rockline Studio for an action block for Shivaraj Kumar film 'Shiva' stated the best he has done so far for is 'Sarvabowma' the climax action portion for Shiv. He is a chilling action director from 1990.
 
He is hot favorite of Malayalam super star [[Mohanlal]]. When I compose action for star like [[Shivrajkumar]] there will be no tension for me because the century star takes it he stated.<ref>[http://www.supergoodmovies.com/29987/sandalwood/Unsung-hero-Palani-Raj-600-films-News-Details 4]</ref>
 
In the five days schedule, the Kannada actor has filmed a few romantic and action sequences with actress Ragini Dwivedi, Shobharaj and Bullet Prakash.
 
The muhurtha of Shivaraj Kumar's 102nd film Shiva was held at the Dodda Ganapathy Temple in Bangalore on 10 June, Friday. Immediately after the movie launch, the Hat-trick hero took part in the filming and completed shooting of a few sequences with his lady love Ragini Dwivedi. He has also shot a comical fight sequence with Shobharaj, Bullet Prakash and a few fighters.<ref>[http://entertainment.oneindia.in/kannada/news/2011/shivarajkumar-finish-shiva-first-schedule-170611-aid0062.html 5]</ref>
 
==Promotion==
Producer Srikanth in his address explained Shivanna has composed an action portion for this film. It was just a small one in the night effect shyly agreed Shivanna.
 
For this film the promotion activity start from Mangalore says Srikanth.<ref>[http://www.supergoodmovies.com/29991/sandalwood/Social-Issues-in-Shivaraj-Kumar-News-Details 2]</ref>
 
==Release==
 
===Critical reception===
''Shiva'' received mixed to positive reviews from critics.
 
===Box-Office===
''Shiva'' opened well with collections above 90% on average and in Bangalore with 100% occupancy in single screens while 80% occupancy in multiplexes. It has approximately collected {{INR}} 15&nbsp;million and the nett collections were somewhere around {{INR}} 40&nbsp;million. The film did a moderate business at the box office and has been declared as an Above Average Grosser.<ref>http://entertainment.oneindia.in/kannada/news/2012/shivaraj-kumar-shiva-collections-box-office-098768.html</ref>


==Soundtrack==
==Soundtrack==
After audio release in different colonies in Bangalore the Kannada film 'Shiva' audio release in a grand way was held at Chitradurga in the presence of huge attendance.
At the Old Primary school ground for the 'Shiva' audio release Upendra, Dhuniya Vijay jointly released the promo of the film. Actors Yagna Shetty, Vijay Raghavendra, Pankaj, Neethu, Ajith danced for the song numbers. Gurukiran music director of the film treated the audience with songs. Duniya Vijay danced for the song of Hodi Maga Hodi Maga…. Singer cum actor Ravishanker was part of the cultural treat of three hours audio release function.
For the audio release the estimated expenditure is Rs. 2&nbsp;million plus says KP Srikanth. MLA SK Basavarajan released the audio, Madhara Channa Swamiji was present with Shivarajakumar, Upendra, S Narayan, Ragini, Om Prakash Rao and others were on the dais at audio release time.<ref>http://www.supergoodmovies.com/46118/sandalwood/grand-audio-release-for-shiva-news-details</ref><ref>http://www.bharatstudent.com/cafebharat/view_news-Kannada-News_and_Gossips-5,103800.php</ref>
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== Reception ==
=== Critical response ===
''[[The Times of India]]'' gave 3.5/5 and wrote "It’s a Shivrajkumar show all the way. In his 101st movie, Shivanna looks young and energetic, essaying his role superbly — be it romantic, sentimental or action. Shiva is the best gift for his fans."<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movie-reviews/shiva/movie-review/15634962.cms?from=mdr|title=SHIVA MOVIE REVIEW|work=[[The Times of India]]|date=16 May 2016}}</ref> Shruti I. L of ''[[DNA (newspaper)|DNA]]'' gave 1.5/5 stars and wrote "Shiva is a mismatched puzzle that only hardcore Shivarajkumar fans would want to put together."<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/review-review-shiva-kannada-1732582/amp|title=Review: 'Shiva' (Kannada)|work=[[DNA (newspaper)|DNA]]|date=25 August 2012}}</ref> ''[[News18 India|News18]]'' wrote "A brilliant performer and action hero Shivraj Kumar never disappoints his fans."<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.news18.com/news/india/kannada-review-shiva-is-a-treat-for-shivraj-fans-501728.html|title=Kannada Review: 'Shiva' is a treat for Shivraj fans|work=[[News18 India]]|date=25 August 2012}}</ref> B. S Srivani of ''[[Deccan Herald]]'' wrote "Slick and fast-paced, Shiva entertains the masses with lip-smacking dialogues, though horse lovers have to suffer some disappointment, despite Satya Hegde’s roving camera capturing the race course pretty well."<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/amp/content/274212/shivaa.html|title=Shivaa|work=[[Deccan Herald]]|date=25 August 2012}}</ref>


== Accolades ==
== Accolades ==
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==References==
==References==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
* [http://kannada.oneindia.in/movies/review/2012/08/kannada-film-shiva-review-067554.html Read Shiva film review in Kannada]
* [http://kannada.oneindia.in/movies/news/2012/09/kannada-film-shiva-first-week-collection-067729.html Kannada film Shiva first week collection] [An article in Kannada]
* {{IMDb title|13978790}}
* {{IMDb title|13978790}}


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Shiva
Poster
Directed byOm Prakash Rao
Dialogues byM. S. Ramesh
Produced byK. P. Srikanth
R. Srinivas
Kantharaju
Screenplay byOmprakash rao
Story byOmprakash Rao
StarringShiva Rajkumar
Ragini Dwivedi
Music byGurukiran
CinematographySatya Hegde
Edited byDeepu. S. Kumar
Production
company
Company Films
Distributed byRamu Enterprises
Release date
  • 24 August 2012 (2012-08-24)
Running time
160 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageKannada

Shiva is a 2012 Kannada-language action film directed by Om Prakash Rao and produced by Company films. The film stars Shiva Rajkumar in his 101st film, alongside Ragini Dwivedi, Rangayana Raghu, P. Ravi Shankar, and Chi. Guru Dutt.[1]

Plot[edit | edit source]

Rajendra, a jockey in Turf Club, is accused of cheating as his horse was drugged during the race. Rajendra and his best friend David D'Souza, a news reporter, learn that Panduranga Shetty, Mastaan and Aadikeshava, who are corporate businessmen and good friends, are responsible for the incident as Rajendra refuses to lose the race for their selfishness. Before submitting the evidence, Shetty, Aadikeshava and Mastaan barge at David's house and kill him and his wife. They are buried in a coffin with David's daughter Julie as the lone survivor.

Fifteen years later, Aadikeshava and Shetty become rivals due to a misunderstanding. Julie, being trained with sharpshooting and other tactics, kills Aadikeshava's son Ajay and Aadikeshava believes that Shetty has killed Ajay. Aadikeshava orders his henchmen to trace Shetty's son and kill him. Shiva, Shetty's son and a carefree youngster, falls for Julie, who is working in Airtel. Julie accepts Shiva's love after various events. At the cemetery, Aadikeshava's men attack Shiva, who defeats them. However, Shiva is brutally stabbed by Julie. One of Aadikeshava's henchman learn about Julie's involvement in Ajay's death and rivalry between Shetty and Aadikeshava and informs it to Aadikeshava, who reunites with Shetty and decide to track down Julie.

It is revealed that Shiva is not Shetty's son, but an informer sent by Mastaan to gather evidence to finish Shetty and Aadikeshava's empire. Shiva tells Mastaan that Shetty's real son is in Goa, where he learns that Julie is also in Goa as Shetty's son's assistant. Shetty's son learns about Julie's agenda and chases after her, but is saved by Shiva and the duo escape. Julie apologize to Shiva as she assumed that he is Shetty's son and reveals her past. Shiva makes a paper toy and reveals himself as Rajendra's son and Julie's childhood friend. Shiva reveals that Rajendra was also killed by Aadikeshava, Shetty and Mastaan on the same day Julie's family died. Shiva was sent to prison on false charges, where he meets Mustaan, who was also imprisoned on false charges by Shetty and Aadikeshava. Shiva saves Mustaan and gains his trust in order to wipe down the trio.

Shiva and Julie sneak into Shetty's warehouse and gathers the evidence against Shetty for illegal activities. At the Turf Club, Shetty and Aadikeshava meets Mastaan, who reveals his intentions to kill them. Julie meets the trio and reveals Shiva's true identity and reveals that Shiva has taken Rajendra's place as the jockey. Shiva wins the race and reveals his father's innocence. The trio challenges Shiva to save Julie from getting killed. Shiva arrives at the venue and a final combat ensues, where Shiva and Julie kill the trio, thus avenging their families's death.

Cast[edit | edit source]

Soundtrack[edit | edit source]

Shiva
Soundtrack album by
Gurukiran
Released10 June 2012 (2012-06-10)
GenreFeature film soundtrack
LabelAnanda Audio Video
No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Appu Appu"KavirajMamta Sharma 
2."Kollegaladalli" Picchalli Srinivas, Malgudi Subha 
3."Nee Odi Bandaaga"KavirajBaba Sehgal, Chaitra H. G. 
4."Oosaravalli"KavirajAishwarya Majumdar, Vijay Prakash 
5."Shiva Shiva" Gurukiran 
6."Shiva Theme" Instrumental 

Reception[edit | edit source]

Critical response[edit | edit source]

The Times of India gave 3.5/5 and wrote "It’s a Shivrajkumar show all the way. In his 101st movie, Shivanna looks young and energetic, essaying his role superbly — be it romantic, sentimental or action. Shiva is the best gift for his fans."[2] Shruti I. L of DNA gave 1.5/5 stars and wrote "Shiva is a mismatched puzzle that only hardcore Shivarajkumar fans would want to put together."[3] News18 wrote "A brilliant performer and action hero Shivraj Kumar never disappoints his fans."[4] B. S Srivani of Deccan Herald wrote "Slick and fast-paced, Shiva entertains the masses with lip-smacking dialogues, though horse lovers have to suffer some disappointment, despite Satya Hegde’s roving camera capturing the race course pretty well."[5]

Accolades[edit | edit source]

Ceremony Category Nominee Result
2nd South Indian International Movie Awards Best Actor Shivarajkumar Won
Best Actress (Critics) Ragini Dwivedi Won
Best Comedian Rangayana Raghu Nominated
Best Lyricist Kaviraj for "Nee Odi Bandaga" Nominated
Best Male Playback Singer Baba Sehgal for "Nee Odi Bandaga" Nominated

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Shivarajkumar ready with 101st film". The New Indian Express. 19 June 2012.
  2. ↑ "SHIVA MOVIE REVIEW". The Times of India. 16 May 2016.
  3. ↑ "Review: 'Shiva' (Kannada)". DNA. 25 August 2012.
  4. ↑ "Kannada Review: 'Shiva' is a treat for Shivraj fans". News18 India. 25 August 2012.
  5. ↑ "Shivaa". Deccan Herald. 25 August 2012.

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