1997Nominee
Best Performance
Shivaranjani
Shani Mahadevappa
Actor
Mandya, Karnataka, India
March 19, 1933
Biography
Shivaprakash, known by his screen name Shani Mahadevappa (19 March 1933 – 3 January 2021), was an Indian actor who worked in Kannada cinema. Having made his acting debut on stage in the 1950s, he became popular for his portrayal of deity Shani in Shanishwara Mahatme. His film career began with Sri Dharmasthala Mahathme (1962) and was known for his portrayal of supporting characters, notably the poet Dindima in Kaviratna Kalidasa (1983). He appeared in over 400 films.
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Representative Works
Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
1992Nominee
Best Performance
Chithralekha
1991Nominee
Best Performance
Modada Mareyalli
Career Highlights
1988Highlight
Best Performance
Thayigobba Karna
1993Highlight
Best Performance
Akasmika