Dr. Rajkumar is a name every Kannada household knows and respects. Born as Mutturaj in 1929 in a small village called Gajanur, he later became the most loved actor in Karnataka. People fondly called him Annavru, which means “respected elder brother” in Kannada.
He acted in more than 200 Kannada movies and was known not just for his acting, but also for his strong values, simplicity, and singing talent. Some of his films like Bangarada Manushya, Kasturi Nivasa, and Jeevana Chaitra became all-time classics. He even won a National Award for singing the song Naadamaya.
Dr. Rajkumar was not just a superstar but a role model. He never entered politics, stayed away from controversies, and lived a humble life till the end. In 2000, he was kidnapped by forest brigand Veerappan, and the whole state stood united until he was released safely after 108 days.
Even today, he is remembered as “Nata Saarvabhouma” – the Emperor of Acting. His legacy continues through his sons, especially Shiva Rajkumar and the late Puneeth Rajkumar.
This quiz is a small tribute to the one and only icon of Kannada cinema – Dr. Rajkumar.
Dr. Rajkumar Quiz – 30 Questions
What was Dr. Rajkumar’s birth name?
A. Rajanna
B. Puttaswamayya
C. Annavru
D. Mutturaj
✔️ Correct Answer: D. MutturajWhen was Dr. Rajkumar born?
A. 1928
B. 1930
C. 1929
D. 1931
✔️ Correct Answer: C. 1929Where was Dr. Rajkumar born?
A. Mysore
B. Mandya
C. Bangalore
D. Gajanur
✔️ Correct Answer: D. GajanurWhat was Dr. Rajkumar’s debut film as a lead actor?
A. Sri Srinivasa Kalyana
B. Bhakta Prahlada
C. Ranadheera Kanteerava
D. Bedara Kannappa
✔️ Correct Answer: D. Bedara KannappaHow many movies did Dr. Rajkumar act in?
A. Over 100
B. Over 250
C. Over 150
D. Over 200
✔️ Correct Answer: D. Over 200What title is popularly given to Dr. Rajkumar?
A. Rocking Star
B. Nata Saarvabhouma
C. Power Star
D. Rebel Star
✔️ Correct Answer: B. Nata SaarvabhoumaWhich award did Dr. Rajkumar receive in 1983?
A. Bharat Ratna
B. Padma Bhushan
C. Padma Shri
D. Padma Vibhushan
✔️ Correct Answer: B. Padma BhushanWhich award did he receive in 1995 for lifetime contribution to cinema?
A. National Film Award
B. Karnataka Ratna
C. Dadasaheb Phalke Award
D. Filmfare Lifetime Achievement
✔️ Correct Answer: C. Dadasaheb Phalke AwardFor which song did he win the National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer?
A. Hey Dinakara
B. Huttidare Kannada
C. Naadamaya
D. Yaare Koogadali
✔️ Correct Answer: C. NaadamayaIn which film did he play a James Bond-style CID agent?
A. CID 999
B. Operation Diamond Racket
C. Goa Dalli CID 999
D. Jedara Bale
✔️ Correct Answer: D. Jedara BaleWhat is the name of Dr. Rajkumar’s wife?
A. Jayanthi
B. Parvathamma
C. Manjula
D. Lakshmamma
✔️ Correct Answer: B. ParvathammaHow many children did he have?
A. Two
B. Three
C. Five
D. Four
✔️ Correct Answer: C. FiveWhich movie featured the song ‘Huttidare Kannada’?
A. Aakasmika
B. Kasturi Nivasa
C. Jeevana Chaitra
D. Bangarada Manushya
✔️ Correct Answer: A. AakasmikaWhich was Dr. Rajkumar’s first film as a producer?
A. Bhakta Kumbara
B. Ranadheera Kanteerava
C. Babruvahana
D. Mayura
✔️ Correct Answer: B. Ranadheera KanteeravaWhich movie was remade in 7 other Indian languages?
A. Jeevana Chaitra
B. Kasturi Nivasa
C. Bangarada Manushya
D. Anuraga Aralithu
✔️ Correct Answer: D. Anuraga AralithuWhat is the meaning of ‘Bangarada Manushya’?
A. Brave Man
B. Strong Man
C. Golden Man
D. Wise Man
✔️ Correct Answer: C. Golden ManWhich film featured him as King Mayurasharma?
A. Sri Krishnadevaraya
B. Bhakta Prahlada
C. Mayura
D. Immadi Pulikeshi
✔️ Correct Answer: C. MayuraWhich role did he play in ‘Bhakta Prahlada’?
A. Narasimha
B. Prahlada
C. Hiranyakashipu
D. Vishnu
✔️ Correct Answer: C. Hiranyakashipu‘Yaare Koogadali’ is from which movie?
A. Bhakta Kumbara
B. Kasturi Nivasa
C. Sampathige Savaal
D. Jeevana Chaitra
✔️ Correct Answer: C. Sampathige SavaalIn which film did he play both Arjuna and Babruvahana?
A. Bhakta Prahlada
B. Bhakta Kumbara
C. Babruvahana
D. Mayura
✔️ Correct Answer: C. BabruvahanaWhich film shows him as a saint-singer?
A. Sri Krishnadevaraya
B. Bhakta Kumbara
C. Bhakta Kanakadasa
D. Kavirathna Kaalidaasa
✔️ Correct Answer: B. Bhakta KumbaraIn which movies did he play CID 999?
A. Goa Dalli CID 999
B. Jedara Bale
C. Operation Diamond Racket
D. All of the above
✔️ Correct Answer: D. All of the aboveWhich film shows him as a king who gives up his throne?
A. Bhakta Prahlada
B. Mayura
C. Sri Krishnadevaraya
D. Immadi Pulikeshi
✔️ Correct Answer: B. MayuraIn which film did he portray the poet Kalidasa?
A. Kavirathna Kaalidaasa
B. Bhakta Kanakadasa
C. Bhakta Kumbara
D. Sri Krishnadevaraya
✔️ Correct Answer: A. Kavirathna KaalidaasaWhich film featured him as a police officer?
A. Kasturi Nivasa
B. Bhakta Kumbara
C. Jeevana Chaitra
D. Aakasmika
✔️ Correct Answer: D. AakasmikaIn which movie did he play a triple role?
A. Babruvahana
B. Shankar Guru
C. Haalu Jenu
D. Bhakta Kanakadasa
✔️ Correct Answer: B. Shankar GuruWhat spiritual practice did he follow every day?
A. Running
B. Yoga and Pranayama
C. Fasting
D. Meditation
✔️ Correct Answer: B. Yoga and PranayamaWhich international honor did he receive?
A. Bharat Ratna
B. Kentucky Colonel
C. Oscar Lifetime Award
D. Nobel Cultural Prize
✔️ Correct Answer: B. Kentucky ColonelHow many of his films were remade in other languages?
A. 55
B. 39
C. 20
D. 63
✔️ Correct Answer: B. 39Who kidnapped Dr. Rajkumar in 2000?
A. Veerappan
B. Naxals
C. Forest Dacoits
D. Unknown Gang
✔️ Correct Answer: A. Veerappan