Person

Shani Mahadevappa

Acting · 1933–2021 · Mandya, Karnataka, India

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.

Known for

Filmography

1998Maathina Malla
1998Jagath Kiladi
1997Shivaranjani
1996Janumada Jodi
1996Muddina Aliya
1996Dhani
1995Bal Nan Maga
1994Odahuttidavaru
1994Swathi
1993Bhagavan Sri Saibaba
1993AkasmikaVaikuntaiah
1993Jana Mecchida Maga
1993Suryodaya
1992Guru Brahma
1992Aathma Bandhana
1992Chithralekha
1991Halli Rambhe Belli Bombe
1991Navathare
1991Modada Mareyalli
1991Gandanige Thakka Hendthi
1990Chakravarthy
1990Poli Kitty
1990Ramarajyadalli Rakshasaru
1990Shivashankar
1990Nammoora Hammeera
1990Mathsara
1989Mutthinantha Manushya
1988Thayigobba Karna
1987Jeevana Jyothi
1987Jayasimha
1985Nee Thanda Kanike
1985Aahuthi
1984Maduve Maadu Thamashe Nodu
1982Chalisuva Modagalu
1980Point Parimala
1979Huliya Halina MevuBiddaiah
1979Asadhya Aliya
1979Naa Ninna Bidalaare
1978Thaayige Thakka MagaServant in Kumar's House
1978Operation Diamond RacketWaiter in a hotel
1978Shankar GuruSatish
1977Olavu GeluvuPurushottam
1977Sanaadi Appanna
1977Girikanye
1977BabruvahanaHamsa Dhwaja
1976Badavara Bandhu
1976Bahaddur Gandu
1976Premada Kanike
1975TrimurthyRajaram's House Servant
1975Daari Thappida Maga
1974Bhaktha KumbaraGnanadeva
1974Sampatthige Savaal
1974Bangarada Panjara
1973Mooruvare VajragaluShakuni
1973Doorada Betta
1973SwayamvaraBasappa
1973BidugadeThammayya
1971Baala Bandhana
1968Bengaluru Mail

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