That conversation led me to revisit mythological texts and classic films, including the Kannada Bhakta Prahlada. That’s when the idea for Mahavatar Narasimha took shape.

Shiva Rajkumar is not only the son of matinee idol, Dr Rajkumar, but a cultural institution in his own right. As he turns 63 years old, let us trace his illustrious career that speaks for itself.