Arjun Sarja Biography: Movies, Age, Net Worth, Parents, Wife, Height, Wikipedia, Nationality

Srinivasa Sarja, widely recognized as Arjun Sarja, is a distinguished Indian actor, producer, and director.

Renowned for his contributions to Tamil cinema, he has also significantly impacted Telugu and Kannada films.

Often referred to as the “Action King,” Arjun has starred in over 160 films, primarily in leading roles. In addition to his acting career, he has directed 12 films and received numerous accolades, including the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in Gentleman (1993).

Profile

• Full Name: Srinivasa Sarja
• Stage Name: Arjun Sarja
• Born: August 15 1962
• Age: 62 years old
• Birthplace: Madhugiri, Mysore State, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Indian actor, producer, and director
• Height: 1.65 m
• Parents: Shakti Prasad, Lakshmi Devi
• Siblings: Kishore Sarja
• Spouse: Niveditha Arjun (m. 1988)
• Children: Aishwarya Arjun, Anjana Sarja
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: Unknown

Early Life And Education

Srinivasa Sarja was born on August 15, 1962, in Madhugiri, Mysore State, India.

He is the son of the renowned Kannada film actor Shakti Prasad and Lakshmi, an art teacher. His late brother, Kishore Sarja, was a Kannada film director.

He holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree and belongs to the Kannadiga community, practicing Hinduism.

Career

Arjun Sarja began his acting career without the initial consent of his father, making his debut as a child actor in Simhada Mari Sainya (1981).

His breakthrough as an independent actor came through Kannada films, leading to his Tamil debut in Nandri (1984) and Telugu debut in Maa Pallelo Gopaludu (1985).

His career gained momentum in the mid-1980s with roles in films like Naga Devatha (1986) and Trimurtulu (1987), establishing him as a promising talent in the South Indian film industry.

The early 1990s marked a turning point in Arjun’s career, beginning with Gentleman (1993), which earned him the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor.

This success was followed by a string of hits, including Jai Hind (1994), Karnaa (1995), and Kurudhipunal (1995), the latter being India’s official entry for the 68th Academy Awards.

Arjun ventured into directing with Sevagan (1992) and has since helmed 12 films, including Jai Hind 2 (2014), which performed well in Kannada but was less successful in Tamil and Telugu. His directorial works are known for their high-octane action sequences and strong social themes.

Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, Arjun continued to deliver box-office successes with films like Mudhalvan (1999) and Rhythm (2000).

He gradually diversified his roles, portraying characters such as Hanuman in Sri Anjaneyam (2004). Since 2010, he has taken on more antagonist roles, earning praise for his performances in Mankatha (2011), Kadal (2013), and Irumbu Thirai (2018).

His 150th film, Nibunan (2017), was a milestone in his career. More recently, he has appeared in high-profile projects like Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea (2021) and Leo (2023), reaffirming his versatility and enduring appeal in Indian cinema.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @arjunsarjaa

Personal Life

Arjun Sarja has been married to Niveditha, also known as Asha Rani, a former Kannada actress and the daughter of veteran actor Rajesh, since 1988.

The couple has two daughters—Aishwarya Arjun, who has followed in her father’s footsteps as an actress, and Anjana Arjun, who has established herself as a fashion designer in New York.

Filmography

• Simhada Mari Sainya (1981)
• Nandri (1984)
• Maa Pallelo Gopaludu (1985)
• Naga Devatha (1986)
• Trimurtulu (1987)
• Gentleman (1993)
• Jai Hind (1994)
• Karnaa (1995)
• Kurudhipunal (1995
• Sevagan (1992)
• Mudhalvan (1999)
• Rhythm (2000)
• Sri Anjaneyam (2004)
• Mankatha (2011)
• Kadal (2013)
• Jai Hind 2 (2014)
• Nibunan (2017)
• Irumbu Thirai (2018
• Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea (2021)
• Leo (2023)

Net Worth

Arjun Sarja’s net worth remains undisclosed, but he has likely accumulated substantial wealth through his long and successful career in the Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada film industries.

As an actor, director, and producer with over 160 films since 1981, his earnings primarily come from his work in cinema, though specific financial details are not widely reported.