Stamp on Dr.Rajkumar

A stamp on Dr. Rajkumar one of the most versatile actor of kannada cinema, was released today by Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa - 1st Nov, the day of kannada Rajyothsava. Rajkumar is the first film personality in the State to have this honour.

Dr.Raj Kumar was born on 24th April 1929 in Gajanur. His real name was Muthuraj. He took the screen name Raj Kumar for his first film " Bedara Kannappa" which was a great hit. He enacted a wide variety of roles and also sang for his films. He has acted in more than 200 films and became popular as "ANNAVARU" among his fans.

He was also recipient of many awards including the doctorate of Literature bestowed upon him by the Mysore University. "Nadija" by Hampi University, "karnataka Ratna" by the Govt. of Karnataka, the "Padma Bhusan" and "Dada Saheb Phalke Award" for his significant contribution to Indian Cinema.

He passed away on 12th April 2006 but he still lives in the hearts of his numerous fans.
The Postal department also released a Cap and a key chain to celebrate this occasion, which are available at the Philatelic Bureaus.