HISTORY . 1960 . 2h 21m . 8.0/10

Ranadheera Kanteerava_

Ranadheera Kanteerava is a 1960 Indian Kannada-language historical drama biographical film directed by the editor-turned-director N. C. Rajan and written by G. V. Iyer. It is one of the most popular films of acclaimed Kannada actor Rajkumar, who plays the role of an emperor Kanthirava Narasaraja I of the Wodeyar dynasty, Mysore, who was fondly named as Ranadheera Kantheerava. The film depicts the life of Kanteerava, who is known for his immense physical strength through wrestling. The film was credited to be one of the most authentic historical films made, since it was entirely based on the documents found in the Mysore Palace. The film also stars Udaykumar, Leelavathi, K. S. Ashwath and Sandhya in prominent roles.

Starring Dr. Rajkumar, Leelavathi, Udaykumar

8.0/10

Rating

2h 21m

Runtime

1960

Year

Updated Feb 16, 2026

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Ranadheera Kanteerava is a 1960 Indian Kannada-language historical drama biographical film directed by the editor-turned-director N. C. Rajan and written by G. V. Iyer. It is one of the most popular films of acclaimed Kannada actor Rajkumar, who plays the role of an emperor Kanthirava Narasaraja I of the Wodeyar dynasty, Mysore, who was fondly named as Ranadheera Kantheerava. The film depicts the life of Kanteerava, who is known for his immense physical strength through wrestling. The film was credited to be one of the most authentic historical films made, since it was entirely based on the documents found in the Mysore Palace. The film also stars Udaykumar, Leelavathi, K. S. Ashwath and Sandhya in prominent roles.

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Dr. Rajkumar stars as Ranadheera Kanteerava in Ranadheera Kanteerava.

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Ranadheera Kanteerava was released 66 years ago in 1960.

Overview

Ranadheera Kanteerava is a 1960 Indian Kannada-language historical drama biographical film directed by the editor-turned-director N. C. Rajan and written by ...

Ranadheera Kanteerava is a History film with a runtime of 2h 21m.

CAST (9)

Dr. Rajkumar

Ranadheera Kanteerava

Leelavathi

Udaykumar

Udaykumar

Vishwanatha Shasthry

K. S. Ashwath

T. R. Narasimharaju

T. R. Narasimharaju

Kasturi

BR

B. Ramadevi

Thimmajja Ammanni

T. N. Balakrishna

T. N. Balakrishna

Appanna

G. V. Iyer

S

Sandhya

Lakshmammanni

DETAILS

Release

February 14, 1960

Status

Released

Runtime

141 min (2h 21m)

Rating

8.0/10 (1 votes)

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What is Ranadheera Kanteerava about?

Ranadheera Kanteerava is a 1960 Indian Kannada-language historical drama biographical film directed by the editor-turned-director N. C. Rajan and written by G. V. Iyer. It is one of the most popular films of acclaimed Kannada actor Rajkumar, who plays the role of an emperor Kanthirava Narasaraja I of the Wodeyar dynasty, Mysore, who was fondly named as Ranadheera Kantheerava. The film depicts the life of Kanteerava, who is known for his immense physical strength through wrestling. The film was credited to be one of the most authentic historical films made, since it was entirely based on the documents found in the Mysore Palace. The film also stars Udaykumar, Leelavathi, K. S. Ashwath and Sandhya in prominent roles.

How long is Ranadheera Kanteerava?

Ranadheera Kanteerava has a runtime of 141 minutes (2h 21m).

Who stars in Ranadheera Kanteerava?

The cast of Ranadheera Kanteerava includes Dr. Rajkumar, Leelavathi, Udaykumar, K. S. Ashwath, T. R. Narasimharaju.

What is the rating of Ranadheera Kanteerava?

Ranadheera Kanteerava has a rating of 8.0 out of 10 based on 1 votes on TMDB.

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