Dr Rajkumar the Person Behind the Personality - Person Behind the Personality  (English, Undefined, Banwasi Prakruthi N.)

Dr. Rajkumar – The Person behind the Personality is the authentic biography of the most iconic Kannada actor. It is compiled by his son, Puneeth Rajkumar, with the help of Prakruthi N. Banwasi.

Summary of the Book

This passionately penned biography of the Kannada mega star, Rajkumar, makes an honest effort to offer insight into the many layers that underlay his persona. It chronicles the unheard anecdotes, incidents, voices, and recounts every notable influence throughout his life. About a lakh words and 1,750 selected pictures in which Mutthuraju’s soul is preserved and mirrored for posterity, this biography depicts the life of one Kannadiga who has won the hearts of generations of Kannadigas with his unprecedented acting and singing abilities, and his simplicity and humility. This biography is presented both in Kannada and English, in the form of an international coffee table book that has been planned on a grand scale by the Rajkumar family. It ensures that the many subtle nuances of Rajkumar's personality that have endeared him to the common man are made known in minute detail to millions of his fans across the globe. Rajkumar’s family history, his birth and early life, his childhood and mindset during adolescence, initiation into theatre, his entry to movies, his acting and singing career, his filmography, personal thoughts and insights and many rare defining moments of his personal life and the Kannada film industry have been presented with innumerable lesser known incidents. This book will help readers understand why Dr. Raj is the darling of the masses.

About the Authors

Puneeth Rajkumar is the youngest son of Dr. Rajkumar. He is a Kannada actor, playback singer and television presenter. He is famous for his award-winning performances as a child artist and his blockbuster contemporary movies alike. He won the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for his memorable performance as Ramu in Bettada Hoovu. His successful films include Appu, Abhi, Paramathma, Milana, and Arasu.

Prakruthi N. Banwasi is a famous educationalist.