Dr. Rajkumar’s early theatre training shaped his personality, says writer

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Mutturaj Bovi and Nagaveni Bovi of Gandharva Lahari Melodies performing during Dr. Rajkumar’s birth anniversary celebrations in the Department of Information in Belagavi on Friday. | Photo Credit: P.K. BADIGER

Thespian Dr. Rajkumar’s 97th birth anniversary was celebrated by the departments of information and publicity in various districts on Friday. The event was symbolic in Bagalkot, where the Election Model Code of Conduct is in force.

In Belagavi, theatre personality Dadasaheb S. Chougale traced the life of how Singanallur Puttaswamaiah Mutturaj Became Dr. Rajkumar, a multi-faceted artist with eternal appeal.

Published - April 25, 2026 06:42 pm IST

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