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Vijay Raghavendra debuted as a child artist at the tender age of 3 in the film ''[[Chalisuva Modagalu]]'' with [[Rajkumar (actor)|Rajkumar]] and [[Saritha]]. He acted in some more films, but attained popularity with his portrayal as the runner Mutta, in TS Nagabharana 's acclaimed film ''[[Chinnari Mutha]]''. He followed this up with a sensitive performance in Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar's film Kotreshi Kanasu. For this role he won a national award for Best Performance by a Child Artist, following on cousin Puneet Rajkumar's footsteps. He continued to act as a child artist in various films. He also appeared in director Bhagwan's TV serial Attige. |
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His first adult role as an actor was in ''Ninagaagi'' (2002), a box office blockbuster which brought him success on his first role opposite the debutant [[Kutty Radhika|Radhika]]. The film was a remake of Telugu hit ''[[Nuvve Kavali]]'' which screened for above 100 days and created a record <ref>[http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/lf/2002/08/11/stories/2002081101210200.htm Centuries on debut for them]</ref>. Following this success, he signed two more movies in the same year which could not succeed at the box-office. |
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Vijay Raghavendra made the transition to hero with the film Ninagaagi against Radhika in 2002. A remake of the film Nuvve Kavali produced by Ramoji Rao, the film was a huge commercial and critical success. To this day, it remains Vijay Raghavendra's biggest hit in terms of box office. His first few films were remakes, and barring Ninagaagi none attained major box office success. After Ninagaagi, Vijay and Radhika became a hit pair, and appeared in two more films the same year - Prema Quidi (a remake of the Hindi Prem Quidi) and Romeo Juliet. Vijay's next memorable film was the Nagendra Urs directed Heart Beats in 2003. The film was a campus romance with melodious music, and it was a hit commercially. After this, Vijay appeared in a couple of films that sank at the box office, before bouncing back with Khushi directed by cousin Prakash. Khushi told the story of three irresponsible brothers finally finding an aim in life, and it hit the pulse of the audience and critics alike. |
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He has acted in many movies since then. His notable movies are ''[[Kallarali Hoovagi]]'', ''Rishi'', ''Khushi'' and ''Kaaranji''. |
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Vijay could not cash in on the success of Khushi however, and he appeared in more films that bit the dust like Vijayasimha and Avale Nanna Gelati with Rakshita. He once again teamed up with Prakash and another cousin Shiv Rajkumar and appeared in the film Rishi in 2005. This film too was highly appreciated and was a commercial success. Vijay's next film was the highly anticipated third film with Prakash, Shree. The film revolved around Shree, a Muay Thai (a martial art form from Thailand) expert. Vijay changed his look for the film, and trained for a couple of months in Thailand. But the film was a damp squib at the box office. His home production, Sevanti Sevanti, directed by S Narayan also didn't make much of an impression. Vijay's next was a return to acting under TS Nagabharana for the period film Kallarali Hoovagi. Kallarali was a romance between a Hindu and a Muslim Princess, superbly narrated by Nagabharana. The film was appreciated heavily by critics. Vijay Raghavendra was also acclaimed for his performance, but the film crashed at the box office. |
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Vijay's next set of films all failed to make an impression on the audience, even though critics pronounced them as decent to good films. His films in 2007 - Rajeev and Naanu Neenu Jodi and in 2008 - Beladingalaagi Baa, his team up with brother Shri Murali, Minchina Ota and the latest offering in the Ganesha series Ganesha Matte Banda were all box office disasters. In Ganesha, Vijay showed excellent comic timing, which helped in his next film - Mast Maja Maadi were he played the lead along with Sudeep and Komal Kumar. The film released in December 2008, and was declared a hit. In 2009, Vijay will be seen in the much hyped Kaaranji, a film based on a struggling rock band. In a third team up with director Nagabharana, Vijay will be playing Navya Nair's love interest in the film Nam Yajamanru. He is also all set to produce a remake to the Telugu superhit Bommarillu. |
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Revision as of 08:47, 24 May 2013
Vijay Raghavendra | |
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| Born | May 26, 1979 |
| Spouse | Spandana (2007– present) |
Vijay Raghavendra is an Indian actor who primarily works in Kannada films. He started as a child artist in the film industry and won critical acclaims for his performances in Chinnari Mutha (1993) and Kotreshi Kanasu (1994). The latter won him the National Film Award for Best Child Artist[1]. His first lead role was in Ninagaagi (2002).
Family
Raghavendra is the son of the famous producer of Kannada cinema, S. A. Chinne Gowda. He is also related to the legendary actor and singer Rajkumar and is the cousin of the actors Shivarajkumar, Raghavendra Rajkumar and Puneeth Rajkumar. His brother, Sri Murali, is also an actor. He married Spandana in 2007 and has a son named Shourya.[2]
Career
Vijay Raghavendra debuted as a child artist at the tender age of 3 in the film Chalisuva Modagalu with Rajkumar and Saritha. He acted in some more films, but attained popularity with his portrayal as the runner Mutta, in TS Nagabharana 's acclaimed film Chinnari Mutha. He followed this up with a sensitive performance in Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar's film Kotreshi Kanasu. For this role he won a national award for Best Performance by a Child Artist, following on cousin Puneet Rajkumar's footsteps. He continued to act as a child artist in various films. He also appeared in director Bhagwan's TV serial Attige.
Vijay Raghavendra made the transition to hero with the film Ninagaagi against Radhika in 2002. A remake of the film Nuvve Kavali produced by Ramoji Rao, the film was a huge commercial and critical success. To this day, it remains Vijay Raghavendra's biggest hit in terms of box office. His first few films were remakes, and barring Ninagaagi none attained major box office success. After Ninagaagi, Vijay and Radhika became a hit pair, and appeared in two more films the same year - Prema Quidi (a remake of the Hindi Prem Quidi) and Romeo Juliet. Vijay's next memorable film was the Nagendra Urs directed Heart Beats in 2003. The film was a campus romance with melodious music, and it was a hit commercially. After this, Vijay appeared in a couple of films that sank at the box office, before bouncing back with Khushi directed by cousin Prakash. Khushi told the story of three irresponsible brothers finally finding an aim in life, and it hit the pulse of the audience and critics alike.
Vijay could not cash in on the success of Khushi however, and he appeared in more films that bit the dust like Vijayasimha and Avale Nanna Gelati with Rakshita. He once again teamed up with Prakash and another cousin Shiv Rajkumar and appeared in the film Rishi in 2005. This film too was highly appreciated and was a commercial success. Vijay's next film was the highly anticipated third film with Prakash, Shree. The film revolved around Shree, a Muay Thai (a martial art form from Thailand) expert. Vijay changed his look for the film, and trained for a couple of months in Thailand. But the film was a damp squib at the box office. His home production, Sevanti Sevanti, directed by S Narayan also didn't make much of an impression. Vijay's next was a return to acting under TS Nagabharana for the period film Kallarali Hoovagi. Kallarali was a romance between a Hindu and a Muslim Princess, superbly narrated by Nagabharana. The film was appreciated heavily by critics. Vijay Raghavendra was also acclaimed for his performance, but the film crashed at the box office.
Vijay's next set of films all failed to make an impression on the audience, even though critics pronounced them as decent to good films. His films in 2007 - Rajeev and Naanu Neenu Jodi and in 2008 - Beladingalaagi Baa, his team up with brother Shri Murali, Minchina Ota and the latest offering in the Ganesha series Ganesha Matte Banda were all box office disasters. In Ganesha, Vijay showed excellent comic timing, which helped in his next film - Mast Maja Maadi were he played the lead along with Sudeep and Komal Kumar. The film released in December 2008, and was declared a hit. In 2009, Vijay will be seen in the much hyped Kaaranji, a film based on a struggling rock band. In a third team up with director Nagabharana, Vijay will be playing Navya Nair's love interest in the film Nam Yajamanru. He is also all set to produce a remake to the Telugu superhit Bommarillu.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1982 | Chalisuva Modagalu | Child actor | |
| 1989 | Aralida Hoovugalu | Child actor | |
| 1993 | Chinnari Mutha | Mutta | Child actor |
| 1994 | Kotreshi Kanasu | Kotreshi | Child actor Won- National Film Award for Best Child Artist |
| 2002 | Ninagaagi | First lead role | |
| 2002 | Prema Khaidi | ||
| 2002 | Romeo Juliet | ||
| 2003 | Heart Beats | ||
| 2003 | Preetisale Beku | ||
| 2003 | Vikram | Vikram | |
| 2003 | Khushi | ||
| 2003 | Vijaya Simha | ||
| 2004 | Avale Nanna Gelati | ||
| 2005 | Rishi | Hari | |
| 2006 | Shree | Shree | |
| 2006 | Sevanti Sevanti | Devu | |
| 2006 | Kallarali Hoovagi | Jayadeva | |
| 2007 | Ee Rajeev Gandhi Alla | Rajeev Raj | |
| 2007 | Naanu Neenu Jodi | Arjun | |
| 2008 | Beladingalaagi Baa | ||
| 2008 | Minchina Ota | Vijay | |
| 2008 | Ganesha Matte Banda | Ganesha | |
| 2008 | Mast Maja Madi | Ramu | |
| 2009 | Nam Yajamanru | Alok | |
| 2009 | Kaaranji | Viji | |
| 2009 | IPC Section 300 | Viji | |
| 2009 | Gokula | Raja | |
| 2009 | Kiladi Krishna | Krishna | |
| 2011 | Shraavana | Vijay | |
| 2011 | Vinayaka Geleyara Balaga | Viju | |
| 2012 | Snehitaru | ||
| 2013 | Ondu Roopayalli Eradu Preethi | Filming | |
| 2013 | Vighna | Filming | |
| 2013 | Challa Pilli | Filming |
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