Rajkumar Biography: Age, Net Worth, Instagram, Spouse, Height, Wiki, Parents, Siblings, Children, Movies, Awards, Death

Singanalluru Puttaswamaiah Muthuraj, better known by his stage name Dr. Rajkumar, was an eminent Indian actor and singer who worked primarily in the Kannada cinema industry.

He is widely regarded as one of the most influential and iconic figures in Kannada cinema’s history.

Profile

• Full Name: Singanalluru Puttaswamaiah Muthuraj
• Stage Name: Dr. Rajkumar
• Born: 24, April 1929
• Date of death: April 12, 2006 (age: 76 years)
• Birthplace: Gajanur, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 1.75m
• Parent: Singanalluru Puttaswamayya and Lakshmamma
• Siblings: S.P. Varadaraj and Sharadamma
• Spouse: Parvathamma Rajkumar
• Children: Puneeth Rajkumar, Dr. Shiva Rajkumar, Raghavendra Rajkumar, Lakshmi Rajkumar, and Poornima Rajkumar. 
• Relationship: Married 
• Net Worth: $1.6 billion

Early Life And Education

Muthuraj was born on April 24, 1929, in Gajanur, India. He was raised by his parents, Singanalluru Puttaswamayya and Lakshmamma. Muthuraj had two siblings, S.P. Varadaraj and Sharadamma.

Muthuraj’s formal education ended after the 3rd standard, as he dropped out of school at a young age. His ethnicity is Hindi and his religion is Hinduism.

Career

 Rajkumar began acting as a child artist in the 1942 film “Bhakta Prahlada” and the 1952 film “Sri Srinivasa Kalyana.” However, his breakthrough role came in 1953 when film director H.L.N. Simha spotted him for the lead role in the movie “Bedara Kannappa.” Simha renamed him Rajkumar for the film.

Prior to “Bedara Kannappa,” Rajkumar had only appeared in minor roles. But the success of his debut film catapulted him to stardom in the Kannada film industry. He went on to have a prolific career, acting exclusively in Kannada films except for one Telugu remake of “Bedara Kannappa, “Kalahasti Mahatyam.

Over his five-decade career, Rajkumar had lead roles in 205 films. He owned a production company called Sri Vajreshwari Combines and produced several of his films. Some of his landmark films include “Bhagyada Bagilu” (his 100th film), “Devatha Manushya” (his 200th film), and “Shabdavedhi” (his final film).

Rajkumar was known for his versatility, taking on a wide range of roles—from mythological and historical characters to romantic, rural, and action-oriented parts. Along with contemporaries Udaya Kumar and Kalyan Kumar, he was part of the “Kumara Thrayaru” trio, appearing in 36 films with Udaya Kumar and 5 with Kalyan Kumar.

Awards and Nominations

• National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer  
• Honorary Doctorate: From the University of Mysore.   
• Kentucky Colonel: An honorary title bestowed by the Commonwealth of Kentucky, USA.   
• NTR National Award: For outstanding contributions to Indian cinema.
• Eleven Karnataka State Film Awards, Including nine Best Actor and two Best Singer awards.   
• Eight Filmfare Awards South: For his acting prowess.  

Social Media

Rajkumar does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Raj Kumar and Parvathamma Rajkumar were married in 1953 and remained a loving couple until Raj Kumar‘s passing in 2006. The couple was blessed with five children: Puneeth Rajkumar, Dr. Shiva Rajkumar, Raghavendra Rajkumar, Lakshmi Rajkumar, and Poornima Rajkumar.

The relationship between Raj Kumar and Parvathamma Rajkumar was clearly strong and enduring, lasting over 50 years until Raj Kumar’s death. 

 Filmography

• Raaj Kumar
• Dr. Rajkumar

Net Worth

Raj Kumar, a towering figure in the Indian entertainment industry, has amassed a remarkable net worth of $1.6 billion, cementing his status as a true legend.

This colossal figure underscores his profound impact on India’s cultural landscape, captivating audiences with his exceptional talent and versatility.