Acting

H. R. Shastry

Born — Died

1905-11-02 — 1976-12-12

Known for

Acting

Credits

22 titles

Known for

Film credits

1970s · 11 titles

Upasane poster
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Shraddha is a music enthusiast. She is determined to pursue a career in classical music but faces several obstacles.

Upasane

1974

Kranthiveera poster
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Kranthiveera is a 1972 Indian Kannada-language action drama film directed and produced by R. Ramamurthy. It stars Rajkumar, Rajesh and Jayanthi. The film's story was written by R. Rangarajan and Satyam was the soundtrack and score composer. The dialogues and lyrics were written by Chi. Udaya Shankar. The song Elli harikatha prasangavo had P. B. Sreenivas and Rajkumar playback singing together for the first time.

Kranthiveera

1972

Doorada Betta poster
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The film starred Rajkumar and Bharathi Vishnuvardhan. It had Balakrishna, K. S. Ashwath and Sampath playing supporting roles. The film, along with Mooruvare Vajragalu (1973), was Rajkumar's last movie in black-and-white. However, this movie had a few sequences shot in colour. This was also the last film where Rajkumar and Bharathi were seen together. This was also Rajkumar's last collaboration with Siddalingaiah. The film is seen as a landmark in the career of Siddalingaiah.The movie saw a theatrical run of 25 weeks.

Doorada Betta

1973

Sri Srinivasa Kalyana poster
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It is a 1974 Kannada-language Hindu mythological film directed by Vijay. The film, based on lord Venkateswara, stars Rajkumar, B. Saroja Devi and Manjula. It also featured the first screen appearances of future actors and Rajkumar's sons, Shiva Rajkumar and Raghavendra Rajkumar. The movie was dubbed in Tamil as Ezhumalaiyan Dharisanam and in Telugu as Sri Tirupatikshetra Mahatyam (1977).

Sri Srinivasa Kalyana

1974

Seetheyalla Savithri poster
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When Shankar marries his lover Gauri, his rival cousin enlists a prostitute to ruin their marriage. However, a strong-willed Gauri decides to save her husband from his cousin's vicious plan.

Seetheyalla Savithri

1973

Sampatthige Savaal poster
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The movie is based on the play Saahukaara written by B. P. Dhuttharagi. The film was a musical blockbuster with all the tracks composed by G. K. Venkatesh considered evergreen hits. Rajkumar became popular as a playback singer with the track Yaare Koogadali from the film which became an instant hit among the audiences. He would then go on to sing regularly for his films. The film was remade in Telugu in 1975 as Thota Ramudu starring Chalam, in Tamil in 1975 as Pudhu Vellam starring Sivakumar and in Malayalam in 1976 as Themmadi Velappan starring Prem Nazir.

Sampatthige Savaal

1974

Sakshathkara poster
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The story revolves around the dangers of superstition, particularly when it concerns marriage and how unscrupulous elements in society could manipulate these beliefs to their benefit and lead to tragic consequences.

Sakshathkara

1971

Nyayave Devaru poster
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Nyayave Devaru is a 1971 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Siddalingaiah. It stars Rajkumar and B. Saroja Devi. The supporting cast features K. S. Ashwath, Aarathi, Dwarakish, M. P. Shankar, Dinesh, B. Jaya and Vajramuni.

Nyayave Devaru

1971

Bangarada Panjara poster
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Janaki leaves her son, Beera, with Kenchi and Jungappa. Years later, Janaki returns to take her son along with her, but Kenchi refuses to let Beera go.

Bangarada Panjara

1974

Gandhada Gudi poster
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When forest officer Kumar protects natural resources from poachers, their boss, Anand, becomes his main rival. But little does Kumar know that Anand is his brother.

Gandhada Gudi

1973

Paropakari poster
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Paropakari is a 1970 Indian Kannada language romantic drama film written and directed by Y. R. Swamy. It stars Rajkumar and Jayanthi. It revolves around the story of a self respecting young man who wins a wager with his wealthy father. The film was produced under Bhagavathi Productions. It had a very successful soundtrack composed by Upendra Kumar.

Paropakari

1970

1960s · 6 titles

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An ordinary man embarks on an extraordinary journey towards becoming a reputed sculptor. Though he encounters many hurdles, it never deters him from achieving his dreams.

Amarashilpi Jakanachari

1964

Immadi Pulikeshi poster
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Immadi Pulikeshi is based on the story of the famous Kannada ruler Pulakeshin II of the Chalukya dynasty, who was significantly involved in branching out the dynasty to extend over most parts of the Deccan.

Immadi Pulikeshi

1967

Mayor Muthanna poster
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Muthanna, a kind and principled man, becomes mayor through justice and service. Coming from a humble background, he earns the citizens' respect with his integrity. However, corrupt politicians and enemies challenge his good governance. Muthanna’s journey is tough, as he fights corruption and faces personal struggles—his dedication to righteousness and his sacrifices for the greater good shine through. A powerful drama filled with emotion and stellar performances, Mayor Muthanna is a landmark Kannada film known for its ethical themes.

Mayor Muthanna

1969

Navakoti Narayana poster
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Navakoti Narayana is a 1964 Indian Kannada-language film directed by S. K. Ananthachari starring Rajkumar and Sowcar Janaki. The film is based on the life of Purandara Dasa, a prominent composer of Carnatic music who lived from 1484 to 1564. In the film, Rajkumar plays the role of Purandara Dasa. The music of the film was composed by Shivaprasad. This was the second Kannada movie on the life of Purandara Dasa after 1937 movie Purandaradasa.

Navakoti Narayana

1964

Sathya Harishchandra poster
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This movie is based on the great poet Raghavanka's 'Harishchandra Kavya'. Satya Harishchandra is an epic based on the mythological King Raja Harishchandra who was renowned for upholding truth under any circumstance. So much is his resolve that Harishchandra and his family are sold into bondage and separated.

Sathya Harishchandra

1965

Maduve Madi Nodu poster
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Maduve Madi Nodu is a 1965 Indian Kannada-language film, directed by Hunsur Krishnamurthy and produced by Nagi Reddi and Chakrapani. The film stars Rajkumar, R. Nagendra Rao, Udaykumar and Narasimharaju. The movie was a profitable venture and was declared a super hit.

Maduve Madi Nodu

1965