Acting
Shani Mahadevappa
Born 1933-03-19
Mandya, Karnataka, India
Department: Acting
Biography
Shivaprakash, known by his screen name Shani Mahadevappa (19 March 1933 – 3 January 2021), was an Indian actor who worked in Kannada cinema. Having made his acting debut on stage in the 1950s, he became popular for his portrayal of deity Shani in Shanishwara Mahatme. His film career began with Sri Dharmasthala Mahathme (1962) and was known for his portrayal of supporting characters, notably the poet Dindima in Kaviratna Kalidasa (1983). He appeared in over 400 films.
Known For
Prominent works featuring Shani Mahadevappa
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Shivaranjani
1997
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Akasmika
1993
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Chithralekha
1992
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Babruvahana
1977
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Modada Mareyalli
1991
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Thayigobba Karna
1988
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Janumada Jodi
1996
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Aahuthi
1985
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Aathma Bandhana
1992
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Dhani
1996
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Filmography & Credits
Complete career catalog (59 titles)
| Poster | Title | Character / Role | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Maathina Malla | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1998 |
 | Jagath Kiladi | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1998 |
 | Shivaranjani | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1997 |
 | Janumada Jodi | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1996 |
 | Muddina Aliya | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1996 |
 | Dhani | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1996 |
 | Bal Nan Maga | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1995 |
 | Odahuttidavaru | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1994 |
 | Swathi | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1994 |
 | Bhagavan Sri Saibaba | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1993 |
 | Akasmika | Vaikuntaiah | Movie | 1993 |
 | Jana Mecchida Maga | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1993 |
 | Suryodaya | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1993 |
 | Guru Brahma | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1992 |
 | Aathma Bandhana | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1992 |
 | Chithralekha | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1992 |
 | Halli Rambhe Belli Bombe | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1991 |
| Navathare | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1991 | |
 | Modada Mareyalli | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1991 |
 | Gandanige Thakka Hendthi | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1991 |
 | Chakravarthy | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1990 |
 | Poli Kitty | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1990 |
 | Ramarajyadalli Rakshasaru | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1990 |
 | Shivashankar | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1990 |
 | Nammoora Hammeera | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1990 |
 | Mathsara | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1990 |
 | Mutthinantha Manushya | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1989 |
 | Thayigobba Karna | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1988 |
 | Jeevana Jyothi | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1987 |
 | Jayasimha | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1987 |
 | Nee Thanda Kanike | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1985 |
 | Aahuthi | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1985 |
 | Maduve Maadu Thamashe Nodu | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1984 |
 | Chalisuva Modagalu | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1982 |
 | Point Parimala | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1980 |
 | Huliya Halina Mevu | Biddaiah | Movie | 1979 |
 | Asadhya Aliya | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1979 |
 | Naa Ninna Bidalaare | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1979 |
 | Thaayige Thakka Maga | Servant in Kumar's House | Movie | 1978 |
 | Operation Diamond Racket | Waiter in a hotel | Movie | 1978 |
 | Shankar Guru | Satish | Movie | 1978 |
 | Olavu Geluvu | Purushottam | Movie | 1977 |
 | Sanaadi Appanna | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1977 |
 | Girikanye | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1977 |
 | Babruvahana | Hamsa Dhwaja | Movie | 1977 |
 | Badavara Bandhu | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1976 |
 | Bahaddur Gandu | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1976 |
 | Premada Kanike | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1976 |
 | Trimurthy | Rajaram's House Servant | Movie | 1975 |
 | Daari Thappida Maga | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1975 |
 | Bhaktha Kumbara | Gnanadeva | Movie | 1974 |
 | Sampatthige Savaal | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1974 |
 | Bangarada Panjara | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1974 |
 | Mooruvare Vajragalu | Shakuni | Movie | 1973 |
 | Doorada Betta | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1973 |
 | Swayamvara | Basappa | Movie | 1973 |
 | Bidugade | Thammayya | Movie | 1973 |
 | Baala Bandhana | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1971 |
 | Bengaluru Mail | Self / Appearance | Movie | 1968 |