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As child artist he has appeared in 12 movies. Vasantha Geetha, Bhagyavantha, Hosa belaku, Chalisuva modagalu, Bhaktha prahlaada, Eradu nakshatragalu, Bettada hoovu, Yaarivanu, Shiva mechchida kannappa, Parashuram and Sanadi Appanna these are the 12 movies he has acted as child artist. |
As child artist he has appeared in 12 movies. Vasantha Geetha, Bhagyavantha, Hosa belaku, Chalisuva modagalu, Bhaktha prahlaada, Eradu nakshatragalu, Bettada hoovu, Yaarivanu, Shiva mechchida kannappa, Parashuram and Sanadi Appanna these are the 12 movies he has acted as child artist. |
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In 2002 he re-entered the film industry as the hero of the movie ''[[Appu]]''. It was remade in [[Telugu]] as ''Idiot'' and in [[Tamil language|Tamil]] as ''[[Dum (2003 Tamil film)|Dum]]''. After then he has acted in many successful movies. [[Arasu (film)| Arasu]] and [[Milana]] movies have given him awards. For the role he played in Arasu movie, he got Film Fare Best actor award and in [[Milana]] movie he got Karnataka State Best Actor Award. [[Milana]] movie successfully ran for 50 days in 37 centres in [[Karnataka]], and 100 days in 5 centres<ref>{{cite web|url=http://sify.com/movies/kannada/fullstory.php?id=14555832&cid=13319495 |title=`Milana` completes 50 days! |publisher=Sify.com |date=2007-11-05 |accessdate=2010-05-30}}</ref>. It completed a record 1 year run in PVR Cinemas, [[Bengaluru]] in September 2008.In 2009 he starred in [[Raaj-The Showman]] which got mixed reviews from critics but succeeded in the box office. His another movie [[Raam]] too succeeded in box office. In 2010,[[Prithvi]] released and going great in box office. The movie got critical appreciation for its bold portrayal of ongoing politics in [[Karnataka]]. <ref>[http://movies.rediff.com/report/2010/apr/23/south-kannada-movie-review-prithvi.htm]</ref> <ref>[http://bellitere.com/prithvi-movie-review.html#moviereview Bellary beauty]</ref> |
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Revision as of 22:13, 18 June 2010
Puneet Rajkumar | |
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| File:Puneeth in white.jpg | |
| Other names | Power Star, Appu |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Spouse | Ashwini Revanath |
| Parent(s) | Rajkumar,Parvathama Rajkumar |
Puneet Rajkumar ( Kannada : ಪುನೀತ್ ರಾಜಕುಮಾರ್ )(born 1975) is an Indian film actor who acts in Kannada films and the youngest son of Kannada superstar Dr Rajkumar and the younger brother of leading KFI star Shivaraj Kumar. As a child artist, he appeared in 12 films. He has won the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for the film Bettada Hoovu in 1986.
After having appeared in films as a child actor in the 1980s, Puneet rajkumar made his film debut in a leading role in Appu(2002). The film was a huge hit. He has been noted for his performances in films like Akash (2005), Arasu (2007), Milana (2007) and Vamshi (2008) which are also his biggest commercial successes so far.
In 2007, he got Filmfare award for his performance in Arasu [1] and In 2008 he got Karnataka State Best Actor Award [2] for his performance in Milana.
The only actor in India who is successful in all his films[all above 100 days movie] .Currently he is the highest paid Actor in Kannada Film Industry. He is maintaining most successful commercially hit movies percentages, and has 13 movies in a row in his credit to have crossed 100 days in theaters.
Biography
Puneet Rajkumar was born as Lohith to Kannada Film Industry superstar Dr Rajkumar and producer Parvathamma Rajkumar. He is the fifth child of his parents.
He started his film career when he was at six months old (Movie:Premada Kanike). [3] He appeared as son for his real father in many movies. He left the school in the very early age and began to act in movies. However he was studying with a private teacher at his home. Later he has got a diploma in computer science. He then started his career in mining business before entering the film industry in leading roles. He has trained in dance and fights for three years before his first film as hero.
Puneet has also got training of Kalarippayattu, one of the oldest Indian Martial arts before entering Film land.
Debut as an actor
His actual acting career was started with the movie Vasantha Geetha, where he has performed well when he was 5 years old. Following this movie he has worked in few more popular movies between 1980 to 1984. In 1985 he has worked in " Bettada Hoovu" and got National Film Award for Best Child Artist.
Child artist
As child artist he has appeared in 12 movies. Vasantha Geetha, Bhagyavantha, Hosa belaku, Chalisuva modagalu, Bhaktha prahlaada, Eradu nakshatragalu, Bettada hoovu, Yaarivanu, Shiva mechchida kannappa, Parashuram and Sanadi Appanna these are the 12 movies he has acted as child artist.
Singing career
Apart from acting Puneet has excelled in Singing category too. Since he was singing ever since childhood in all his movies as a child artist, when he entered as Hero also he began singing at least one song in his movies.
It is practiced to Music Directors of his movies to record a song in his voice, as most of his songs have mass appeal. Right from his first Movie Appu, he was rendering his voice for solo songs mostly. With the song Jothe Jotheyali from the movie Vamshi he rendered voice for duets too which eventually became a hit song of 2008
Extra activities
Before entering film land, he was actively involved in their Home Banner Vajreshwari Combines' film distribution job all over Karnataka, this still continues even now. Also produced some of movies being made for their brothers Shivaraj Kumar as well as Raghavendra Rajkumar. Besides, a couple of TV Serials too were produced by him.
In the movie Akasmika he had designed costumes of Dr Rajkumar.
Puneet has immense knowledge of SteadiCam that are used in films to shot most accurate scenes like stunts and chasings, since his teenage. Study of new brand cameras and high definition lenses to movies is probably his favorite hobby that is unknown to many.
As per wishes of his father Dr Rajkumar, he along with his brothers and family support has built a hotel in Gandhi Nagar, Bengaluru called Dr.Raj International.
Puneet involves himself in philanthropic works with his mother Parvathamma Rajkumar that's being carried out in an Ashram called Shakti Dhama in Mysooru.
Brand endorsement
He is the brand ambassador for fSquare, Malabar Gold, Manappuram and for a dance show called "DHEE". Also his decision to be brand ambassador for State owned Karnataka Milk Federation without any remuneration for its product of "Nandini", has been praised by Media and Fans. It can be recalled that decades back his father Dr Rajkumar too had become the brand ambassador for "Nandini" milk products without taking remuneration, which had helped KMF products to reach every corner of Karnataka State and outside too.
He is now the brand ambassador of Royal Challengers Bangalore, an IPL team [4]. He has replaced Upendra, who was the brand ambassador of the team in 2008 and 2009.
Filmography
As a child artist
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Premada kanike | Child artist | |
| 1977 | Sanaadi Appanna | Child artist | |
| 1980 | Vasantha Geetha | Shyaam | |
| 1981 | Bhagyavantha | Krishna | |
| 1982 | Hosa Belaku | Puttu | |
| Chalisuva Modagalu | Ramu | ||
| 1983 | Bhakta Prahlada | Prahlada | |
| Eradu Nakshatragalu | Raja | ||
| 1984 | Yaarivanu | Shyaam | |
| 1985 | Bettada Hoovu | Ramu | Winner, National Film Award for Best Child Artist |
| 1989 | Parashurama | Appu |
Leading role
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Appu | Appu | 200 days |
| 2003 | Abhi | Abhi | 150days |
| 2004 | Veera Kannadiga | Munna | 100 days |
| Maurya | Manu | 125 days | |
| 2005 | Akash | Akash | 175 days |
| Namma Basava | Basava | 125 days | |
| 2006 | Ajay | Ajay | 105 days |
| 2007 | Arasu | Shivaraj Aras | 150 days Winner, Filmfare Best Actor Award |
| Milana | Akash | 450 days Winner, Karnataka State Best Actor Award | |
| 2008 | Bindaas | Shivu | 100 days |
| Vamshi | Vamshi | 125 days | |
| 2009 | Raaj-The Showman | Mutturaj | 100 days |
| Raam | Raam | 175 days | |
| 2010 | Prithvi | Prithvi kumar | 50 days Crossed all over Karnataka, towards 100 days |
| Jackie | Filming |
Playback singing
| Year | Film | Song |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Bhagyavantha | Baana daariyalli soorya jaari hoda |
| 1982 | Chalisuva Modagalu | Kaanadante maayvaadano |
| 1983 | Bhakta Prahlada | Naarayana hari naarayana |
| Eradu Nakshatragalu | Nanna udupu ninnadu ninna udupu nannadu | |
| 1985 | Yaarivanu | Akashade Haaraduva & Kannige Kanuva Devaru |
| 1986 | Bettada Hoovu | Bisile erali maleye barali |
| 1989 | Parashurama | Kadre tappu kondre tappu |
| 2002 | Appu | Taliban alla alla |
| 2003 | Abhi | Maama maama maja maadu |
| 2004 | Veera Kannadiga | Naire Naire Nainaire baba |
| Maurya | Simple haag heltin kele | |
| Rishi | Bandaloora bhandarella bandu keli bhangada | |
| 2005 | Akash | Hodi hodi hodi hodi dolu hodi |
| Namma Basava | Rukku rukku rukkamma | |
| 2007 | Lava Kusha | Hotappa Hottu Sakkathu Hottu |
| 2008 | Bindaas | Bengaluru mangaluru yelle hodru bindaas |
| Vamshi | Jothe jotheyali preethi jotheyali | |
| 2009 | Raam | Hosa gaana bazana |
Personal life
He married Ashwini revanath, at the age of 24 and they have two daughters drithi and vandhita.
Awards and honours
National awards
State awards
Filmfare awards
- Filmfare Best Actor Award - Arasu - 2006
Other awards
- Great son of Karnataka
References
- ^ "Filmfare". Gyanguru.org. 2007-08-05. Retrieved 2010-05-30.
- ^ "Karnataka State Film Awards 2007-08 - GGpedia Kannada Films Database". Wiki.gandhadagudi.com. 2009-04-07. Retrieved 2010-05-30.
- ^ "Puneet". Powerstarappu.com. Retrieved 2010-05-30.
- ^ "Brand Ambassador". Chitraloka.com. 2010-04-20. Retrieved 2010-05-30.
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As child artist he has appeared in 12 movies. Vasantha Geetha, Bhagyavantha, Hosa belaku, Chalisuva modagalu, Bhaktha prahlaada, Eradu nakshatragalu, Bettada hoovu, Yaarivanu, Shiva mechchida kannappa, Parashuram and Sanadi Appanna these are the 12 movies he has acted as child artist. |
As child artist he has appeared in 12 movies. Vasantha Geetha, Bhagyavantha, Hosa belaku, Chalisuva modagalu, Bhaktha prahlaada, Eradu nakshatragalu, Bettada hoovu, Yaarivanu, Shiva mechchida kannappa, Parashuram and Sanadi Appanna these are the 12 movies he has acted as child artist. |
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In 2002 he re-entered the film industry as the hero of the movie ''[[Appu]]''. It was remade in [[Telugu]] as ''Idiot'' and in [[Tamil language|Tamil]] as ''[[Dum (2003 Tamil film)|Dum]]''. After then he has acted in many successful movies. [[Arasu (film)| Arasu]] and [[Milana]] movies have given him awards. For the role he played in Arasu movie, he got Film Fare Best actor award and in [[Milana]] movie he got Karnataka State Best Actor Award. [[Milana]] movie successfully ran for 50 days in 37 centres in [[Karnataka]], and 100 days in 5 centres<ref>{{cite web|url=http://sify.com/movies/kannada/fullstory.php?id=14555832&cid=13319495 |title=`Milana` completes 50 days! |publisher=Sify.com |date=2007-11-05 |accessdate=2010-05-30}}</ref>. It completed a record 1 year run in PVR Cinemas, [[Bengaluru]] in September 2008.In 2009 he starred in [[Raaj-The Showman]] which got mixed reviews from critics but succeeded in the box office. His another movie [[Raam]] too succeeded in box office. In 2010,[[Prithvi]] released and going great in box office. The movie got critical appreciation for its bold portrayal of ongoing politics in [[Karnataka]]. <ref>[http://movies.rediff.com/report/2010/apr/23/south-kannada-movie-review-prithvi.htm]</ref> <ref>[http://bellitere.com/prithvi-movie-review.html#moviereview Bellary beauty]</ref> |
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=== Singing career === |
=== Singing career === |
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Revision as of 22:13, 18 June 2010
Puneet Rajkumar | |
|---|---|
| File:Puneeth in white.jpg | |
| Other names | Power Star, Appu |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Spouse | Ashwini Revanath |
| Parent(s) | Rajkumar,Parvathama Rajkumar |
Puneet Rajkumar ( Kannada : ಪುನೀತ್ ರಾಜಕುಮಾರ್ )(born 1975) is an Indian film actor who acts in Kannada films and the youngest son of Kannada superstar Dr Rajkumar and the younger brother of leading KFI star Shivaraj Kumar. As a child artist, he appeared in 12 films. He has won the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for the film Bettada Hoovu in 1986.
After having appeared in films as a child actor in the 1980s, Puneet rajkumar made his film debut in a leading role in Appu(2002). The film was a huge hit. He has been noted for his performances in films like Akash (2005), Arasu (2007), Milana (2007) and Vamshi (2008) which are also his biggest commercial successes so far.
In 2007, he got Filmfare award for his performance in Arasu [1] and In 2008 he got Karnataka State Best Actor Award [2] for his performance in Milana.
The only actor in India who is successful in all his films[all above 100 days movie] .Currently he is the highest paid Actor in Kannada Film Industry. He is maintaining most successful commercially hit movies percentages, and has 13 movies in a row in his credit to have crossed 100 days in theaters.
Biography
Puneet Rajkumar was born as Lohith to Kannada Film Industry superstar Dr Rajkumar and producer Parvathamma Rajkumar. He is the fifth child of his parents.
He started his film career when he was at six months old (Movie:Premada Kanike). [3] He appeared as son for his real father in many movies. He left the school in the very early age and began to act in movies. However he was studying with a private teacher at his home. Later he has got a diploma in computer science. He then started his career in mining business before entering the film industry in leading roles. He has trained in dance and fights for three years before his first film as hero.
Puneet has also got training of Kalarippayattu, one of the oldest Indian Martial arts before entering Film land.
Debut as an actor
His actual acting career was started with the movie Vasantha Geetha, where he has performed well when he was 5 years old. Following this movie he has worked in few more popular movies between 1980 to 1984. In 1985 he has worked in " Bettada Hoovu" and got National Film Award for Best Child Artist.
Child artist
As child artist he has appeared in 12 movies. Vasantha Geetha, Bhagyavantha, Hosa belaku, Chalisuva modagalu, Bhaktha prahlaada, Eradu nakshatragalu, Bettada hoovu, Yaarivanu, Shiva mechchida kannappa, Parashuram and Sanadi Appanna these are the 12 movies he has acted as child artist.
Singing career
Apart from acting Puneet has excelled in Singing category too. Since he was singing ever since childhood in all his movies as a child artist, when he entered as Hero also he began singing at least one song in his movies.
It is practiced to Music Directors of his movies to record a song in his voice, as most of his songs have mass appeal. Right from his first Movie Appu, he was rendering his voice for solo songs mostly. With the song Jothe Jotheyali from the movie Vamshi he rendered voice for duets too which eventually became a hit song of 2008
Extra activities
Before entering film land, he was actively involved in their Home Banner Vajreshwari Combines' film distribution job all over Karnataka, this still continues even now. Also produced some of movies being made for their brothers Shivaraj Kumar as well as Raghavendra Rajkumar. Besides, a couple of TV Serials too were produced by him.
In the movie Akasmika he had designed costumes of Dr Rajkumar.
Puneet has immense knowledge of SteadiCam that are used in films to shot most accurate scenes like stunts and chasings, since his teenage. Study of new brand cameras and high definition lenses to movies is probably his favorite hobby that is unknown to many.
As per wishes of his father Dr Rajkumar, he along with his brothers and family support has built a hotel in Gandhi Nagar, Bengaluru called Dr.Raj International.
Puneet involves himself in philanthropic works with his mother Parvathamma Rajkumar that's being carried out in an Ashram called Shakti Dhama in Mysooru.
Brand endorsement
He is the brand ambassador for fSquare, Malabar Gold, Manappuram and for a dance show called "DHEE". Also his decision to be brand ambassador for State owned Karnataka Milk Federation without any remuneration for its product of "Nandini", has been praised by Media and Fans. It can be recalled that decades back his father Dr Rajkumar too had become the brand ambassador for "Nandini" milk products without taking remuneration, which had helped KMF products to reach every corner of Karnataka State and outside too.
He is now the brand ambassador of Royal Challengers Bangalore, an IPL team [4]. He has replaced Upendra, who was the brand ambassador of the team in 2008 and 2009.
Filmography
As a child artist
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Premada kanike | Child artist | |
| 1977 | Sanaadi Appanna | Child artist | |
| 1980 | Vasantha Geetha | Shyaam | |
| 1981 | Bhagyavantha | Krishna | |
| 1982 | Hosa Belaku | Puttu | |
| Chalisuva Modagalu | Ramu | ||
| 1983 | Bhakta Prahlada | Prahlada | |
| Eradu Nakshatragalu | Raja | ||
| 1984 | Yaarivanu | Shyaam | |
| 1985 | Bettada Hoovu | Ramu | Winner, National Film Award for Best Child Artist |
| 1989 | Parashurama | Appu |
Leading role
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Appu | Appu | 200 days |
| 2003 | Abhi | Abhi | 150days |
| 2004 | Veera Kannadiga | Munna | 100 days |
| Maurya | Manu | 125 days | |
| 2005 | Akash | Akash | 175 days |
| Namma Basava | Basava | 125 days | |
| 2006 | Ajay | Ajay | 105 days |
| 2007 | Arasu | Shivaraj Aras | 150 days Winner, Filmfare Best Actor Award |
| Milana | Akash | 450 days Winner, Karnataka State Best Actor Award | |
| 2008 | Bindaas | Shivu | 100 days |
| Vamshi | Vamshi | 125 days | |
| 2009 | Raaj-The Showman | Mutturaj | 100 days |
| Raam | Raam | 175 days | |
| 2010 | Prithvi | Prithvi kumar | 50 days Crossed all over Karnataka, towards 100 days |
| Jackie | Filming |
Playback singing
| Year | Film | Song |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Bhagyavantha | Baana daariyalli soorya jaari hoda |
| 1982 | Chalisuva Modagalu | Kaanadante maayvaadano |
| 1983 | Bhakta Prahlada | Naarayana hari naarayana |
| Eradu Nakshatragalu | Nanna udupu ninnadu ninna udupu nannadu | |
| 1985 | Yaarivanu | Akashade Haaraduva & Kannige Kanuva Devaru |
| 1986 | Bettada Hoovu | Bisile erali maleye barali |
| 1989 | Parashurama | Kadre tappu kondre tappu |
| 2002 | Appu | Taliban alla alla |
| 2003 | Abhi | Maama maama maja maadu |
| 2004 | Veera Kannadiga | Naire Naire Nainaire baba |
| Maurya | Simple haag heltin kele | |
| Rishi | Bandaloora bhandarella bandu keli bhangada | |
| 2005 | Akash | Hodi hodi hodi hodi dolu hodi |
| Namma Basava | Rukku rukku rukkamma | |
| 2007 | Lava Kusha | Hotappa Hottu Sakkathu Hottu |
| 2008 | Bindaas | Bengaluru mangaluru yelle hodru bindaas |
| Vamshi | Jothe jotheyali preethi jotheyali | |
| 2009 | Raam | Hosa gaana bazana |
Personal life
He married Ashwini revanath, at the age of 24 and they have two daughters drithi and vandhita.
Awards and honours
National awards
State awards
Filmfare awards
- Filmfare Best Actor Award - Arasu - 2006
Other awards
- Great son of Karnataka
References
- ^ "Filmfare". Gyanguru.org. 2007-08-05. Retrieved 2010-05-30.
- ^ "Karnataka State Film Awards 2007-08 - GGpedia Kannada Films Database". Wiki.gandhadagudi.com. 2009-04-07. Retrieved 2010-05-30.
- ^ "Puneet". Powerstarappu.com. Retrieved 2010-05-30.
- ^ "Brand Ambassador". Chitraloka.com. 2010-04-20. Retrieved 2010-05-30.