Rajasekhar (actor)








In this Indian name, the name Varadharajan is a patronymic, not a family name, and the person should be referred to by the given name, Rajasekhar.























Rajasekhar
Born

Lakshmipuram, Theni, Tamil Nadu, India
Occupation Actor
Years active 1985–present
Spouse(s)
Jeevitha (m. 1991-present)
Children Shivani (b. 1996)
Shivatmika (b. 2000)

Thalaivan Rajasekhar (born Rajasekhar Varadharajan) is an Indian film actor known for his works in Telugu cinema, even though a Tamilian by birth. In a career spanning more than thirty years, he acted in a variety of roles.[1][2] He starred in Blockbusters films like Talambralu, Shrutilayalu, Aahuti, Ankusham, Magaadu, Allari Priyudu, Anna, Omkaram, Suryudu, Sivayya, Manasunna Maaraju, Maa Annayya, Simharasi, Evadaithe Nakenti and Gorintaku. Rajasekhar won 2 Filmfare Awards Best actor - Telugu for the films Magaadu and Anna.
In his Entire Career he has acted in more than 75 Movies. His voice for all of his Telugu movies was dubbed by Telugu Veteran actor Saikumar Pudipeddi, except for the 2003 film Villain, where Sai's younger brother P. Ravi Shankar dubbed for both Rajasekhar and Vijayan respectively.


The Nature Waldorf School is owned by Rajasekhar and Jeevitha. The school is affiliated to Dr. Rajasekhar Charitable Trust and started its operations from July 2010. The mission of school is to impart non-commercialised education to students. The school is Located at Rd No. 45, Jubliee Hills. The school has Nursery to class XII.[3]




Contents






  • 1 Early life


  • 2 Career


  • 3 Filmography


  • 4 Television


  • 5 Awards


  • 6 References


  • 7 External links





Early life


Thalaivan Rajasekhar was born in Lakshmipuram, Theni district of Tamil Nadu to D. C Varadharajan, a retired police officer and Andalu.[4] His brother Selva has also appeared in Tamil film as a lead actor. Before joining films, he studied M. B. B. S. and practiced in Chennai. Rajasekhar is a practicing Shaiva Hindu, after undergoing a transformative personal experience during his formative years.[5]


He married erstwhile Jeevitha and has two daughters.[6] His daughter Shivani would debut in films with the upcoming movie Vanda Ki Vanda.[7] Recently, Jeevitha has been named as one of the nine members of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), with Pahlaj Nihalani as chairman.[8]



Career


Rajashekhar made his Telugu film debut in 1985 with Vande Mataram. Since then, he has acted in variety of films such as Pratighatana, Repati Pourulu, Station Master, Shrutilayalu, Kashmora, Aradhana, Talambralu, Aruna Kiranam, Mamatala Kovela and Akka Mogudu.


Movies from which he rose to fame and created an image of an Angry Young Man of Tollywood are Ahuti, Aartanaadam Nyayam Kosam, Ankusam, Magadu, Rowdyism Nasinchali, Morotodu Na Mogudu, Anna, Papa Kosam, Balarama Krishnulu, Agraham,Sivaiya and Evadaithe Nakenti.


Later, he also gained fame for his family drama films such as Ma Ayana Bangaram, Suryudu, Simha Raasi, Ma Annaya, Deergha Sumangali Bhava, Manasunna Maaraju and Gorintaku. He was also applauded for his performance in the romance film Allari Priyudu. He tried his hand in comedy with Na Style Veru, which was well received by audiences.[citation needed]


He is considered a versatile actor.[9] His performance in Omkaram is a classic example of that, which was directed by Kannada director Upendra. His electrifying performance in the movie Sheshu was applauded critically. His biggest hit of the career came in year 2007 with Avadaithe Nakenti and His last genuine hit was Gorintaku in the year 2008. Since then, he has had no hits. His last film was a hit PSV Garuda Vega in 2017.


His movie Idthu Thaanda Police was a huge hit in Tamil. He has since been offered more movies in Tamil, his is noted in Tamil with films such as Meesaikaran, Mannikka Vendugiren, Aambala, Diyaal, Akka etc.[10] As an actor, he has done movies related to all genres.



Filmography











  • PSV Garuda Vega (2017)


  • Gaddam Gang (2015)


  • Mahankali (2013)


  • Maa Annayya Bangaram (2010)


  • Naa Style Veru (2009)


  • Satyameva Jayate (2009)


  • Gorintaku (2008)


  • Evadaithe Nakenti (2007)


  • Nayakudu (2005)


  • Aaptudu (2004)


  • Villain (2003)


  • Aayudham (2003)


  • Bharatasimha Reddy (2002)


  • Seshu (2002)


  • Simharasi (2001)


  • Ravanna (2000)


  • Manasunna Maaraju (2000)


  • Okkadu Chaalu (2000)


  • Maa Annayya (2000)


  • Mechanic Mavayya (2000)


  • Bobbili Vamsham (1999)


  • Neti Gandhi (1999)


  • Sivayya (1998)


  • Deergha Sumangali Bhava (1998)


  • Suryudu (1998)


  • Maa Aayana Bangaram (1997)


  • Omkaram (1997)


  • RathaYatra (1997)


  • Vetagaadu (1996)


  • Ghatotkachudu (1995)


  • Raja Simham (1995)


  • Anna (1994)


  • Aavesham (1994)


  • Anga Rakshakudu (1994)


  • Gangmaster (1994)


  • Allari Priyudu (1993)


  • Amma Koduku (1993)


  • Aagraham (1993)


  • Balarama Krishnulu (1992)


  • Ahankari (1992)


  • Akka Mogudu (1992)


  • Moratodu Naa Mogudu (1992)


  • Magaadu (1990)


  • Papa Kosam (1990)


  • Shilashasanam (1990)


  • Rowdyism Nashinchali (1990)


  • Vinta Dongalu (1989)


  • Manchivaaru Maavaaru (1989)


  • Dharma Yuddham (1989)


  • Yamapasham (1989)


  • Chennapatnam Chinnollu (1989)


  • Prajaa Teerpu (1989)


  • Ankusham (1989)


  • Mamatala Kovela (1989)


  • Aarta Nadam (1989)


  • Bava Marudula Saval (1988)


  • Station Master (1988)


  • Indra Dhanassu (1988)


  • Mr. Hero (1988)


  • Neeku Naaku Pellanta (1988)


  • Annapurnamma Gaari Alludu (1988)


  • Nava Bharatam (1988)


  • Nyayam Kosam (1988)


  • Aradhana (1987)


  • Shrutilayalu (1987)


  • Idaa Prapancham (1987)


  • Yuga Kartalu (1987)


  • Aahuti (1987)


  • Prajaswamyam (1987)


  • America Abbayi (1987)


  • Mister Bharat (1986)


  • Kashmora (1986)


  • Aruna Kiranam (1986)


  • Repati Pourulu (1986)


  • Talambralu (1986)


  • Challani Ramaiah Chakkani Sitamma (1986)


  • Dora Bidda (1986)


  • Ee Prashnaku Baduledi (1986)


  • Vande Mataram (1985)


  • Pratighatana (1985)


  • Puthiya Theerppu (1985)


  • Pudhumai Penn (1984)




Television



  • Shri Krishna (Hindi) as Nanda


Awards




  • Filmfare Award for Best Actor - Telugu - Magaadu (1990)[11]


  • Filmfare Award for Best Actor - Telugu - Anna (1994) [12][13]


  • Nandi Award for Best Villain - Talambralu (1986)



References





  1. ^ Turmoil in T-town - Times Of India


  2. ^ Rajasekhar finds policeman's role irresistible | Deccan Chronicle


  3. ^ http://www.apcollegeadmissions.com/2011/02/nature-waldorf-school-hyderabad.html


  4. ^ The Hindu : Andhra Pradesh / Hyderabad News : Actor Rajasekhar to join politics


  5. ^ Account of Personal Life - Religious Views Source


  6. ^ The Hindu : Andhra Pradesh / Hyderabad News : Bholakpur: cholera claims 1 more


  7. ^ "Rajasekhar's daughter Shivani set for her Debut in Films". IANS. news.biharprabha.com. Retrieved 7 May 2014..mw-parser-output cite.citation{font-style:inherit}.mw-parser-output q{quotes:"""""""'""'"}.mw-parser-output code.cs1-code{color:inherit;background:inherit;border:inherit;padding:inherit}.mw-parser-output .cs1-lock-free a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/65/Lock-green.svg/9px-Lock-green.svg.png")no-repeat;background-position:right .1em center}.mw-parser-output .cs1-lock-limited a,.mw-parser-output .cs1-lock-registration a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Lock-gray-alt-2.svg/9px-Lock-gray-alt-2.svg.png")no-repeat;background-position:right .1em center}.mw-parser-output .cs1-lock-subscription a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/aa/Lock-red-alt-2.svg/9px-Lock-red-alt-2.svg.png")no-repeat;background-position:right .1em center}.mw-parser-output .cs1-subscription,.mw-parser-output .cs1-registration{color:#555}.mw-parser-output .cs1-subscription span,.mw-parser-output .cs1-registration span{border-bottom:1px dotted;cursor:help}.mw-parser-output .cs1-hidden-error{display:none;font-size:100%}.mw-parser-output .cs1-visible-error{font-size:100%}.mw-parser-output .cs1-subscription,.mw-parser-output .cs1-registration,.mw-parser-output .cs1-format{font-size:95%}.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-left,.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-wl-left{padding-left:0.2em}.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-right,.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-wl-right{padding-right:0.2em}


  8. ^ http://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Hyderabad/actordirector-jeevitha-inducted-into-censor-board/article6804049.ece


  9. ^ http://starzsecrets.blogspot.in/2013/08/star-portrait-drrajasekhar.html


  10. ^ http://starzsecrets.blogspot.in/2013/08/star-portrait-drrajasekhar.html


  11. ^ http:// Refer Filmfare Magazine August 1991, 38th filmfare awards south Madras Awards:Winners


  12. ^ https://archive.is/BcDLK


  13. ^ https://archive.is/p2R1E




External links



  • Rajasekhar on IMDb



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