The first movie in the CID 999 franchise, making it the pioneer of the Hindi-Bond genre in South Indian cinema.
A fiery drama exploring class conflicts. This film also marked a turning point as Rajkumar sang his own playback song ("Yaare Koogadali") for the first time, kicking off his parallel legacy as an extraordinary playback singer.
(1972): A cult classic where he played a forest officer who falls in love with a courtesan. rajkumar film list free
Rajkumar's impact on Kannada cinema extends beyond his impressive filmography. He:
Dr. Rajkumar’s career began with his debut as a lead actor in the 1954 mythological film Bedara Kannappa . Over the next fifty years, he became the face of the Kannada film industry (Sandalwood). He was not just an actor but a gifted playback singer, winning a National Film Award for his singing in Jeevana Chaitra . The first movie in the CID 999 franchise,
His breakthrough debut as a hunter turned Shiva devotee.
Hirani’s films are known for their profound humanism, often using humor to talk about serious social issues. He works frequently with writer Abhijat Joshi to create tight, emotional scripts. (1972): A cult classic where he played a
Known as the "Cultural Icon of Karnataka," he acted in over 200 films across five decades. Bangarada Manushya
Landmark film focusing on wildlife conservation and environmental protection. Rajkumar played Kumar, an honest forest officer protecting national wealth from poachers.
