S. V. Rajendra Singh Babu (born 22 October 1952) is an Indian filmmaker and occasional actor who works primarily in Kannada cinema. He was born and brought up in Mysore. His father Shankar Singh produced many films under the banner Mahatma Pictures (Mysore). Babu has written directed movies of different genres in Kannada and in Hindi that include love stories, war, suspense thrillers and comedy movies. Many of his films have been adapted from novels or short stories.[1] Babu has won numerous awards for his films. His sister is producer and actress Vijayalakshmi Singh, and brother-in-law, actor Jai Jagadish.
S. V. Rajendra Singh Babu | |
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Born | (1952-10-22) 22 October 1952 (age 69) |
Other names | Babu |
Occupation | Filmmaker, actor |
Years active | 1972–present |
Spouse | Anuradha |
Children | 3, including Adithya Rishika |
Rajendra Singh Babu born in Mysore, Karnataka. His father, the late Shankar Singh, was a producer and director of Kannada films. His mother, Prathima Devi, was an actress in Kannada cinema. In an interview, Babu mentioned that his father wanted him to become a doctor, but his own passion for the camera propelled him to the film industry. Hailing from a family of movie makers, Babu was fascinated with films such as The Great Escape, Guns of Navarone and The Bridge on the River Kwai. He believes that cinema should go near the audience.[2]
Year | Film | Credited as | Language | Notes | ||
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Director | Screenplay | Producer | ||||
1975 | Nagakanye | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | Debut feature |
1977 | Nagara Hole | Y | Y | N | Kannada | |
1978 | Kiladi Jodi | Y | Y | N | Kannada | |
1981 | Bhaari Bharjari Bete | Y | Y | N | Kannada | |
1981 | Antha | Y | Y | N | Kannada | Remade in Telugu as Antham Kadidi Aarambam in Tamil as Thyagi and in Hindi as Meri Aawaz Suno |
1981 | Simhada Mari Sainya | Y | Y | N | Kannada | Screened at International Children film festival Corebeil – Essonnes, France[3] |
1981 | Meri Aawaz Suno | Y | Y | N | Hindi | Remake of Antha |
1982 | Thirugu Baana | N | N | Y | Kannada | Remake of Benaam |
1982 | Tony | N | N | Y | Kannada | |
1984 | Kaliyuga | N | N | Y | Kannada | Remake of Avtaar |
1984 | Gandu Bherunda | Y | Y | N | Kannada | Inspired by Mackenna's Gold Inspiration for Khazana |
1984 | Bandhana | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | Based on novel by Usha Navratnaram. Screened at Moscow International Film Festival Remade in Tamil as Premapasam |
1984 | Sharara | Y | Y | N | Hindi | |
1984 | Mera Faisla | Y | Y | N | Hindi | |
1985 | Ek Se Bhale Do | Y | Y | N | Hindi | |
1985 | Pithamaha | N | N | Y | Kannada | Remake of Vidhaata |
1985 | Brahma Vishnu Maheshwara | N | N | Y | Kannada | Remake of Mugguru Mithrulu |
1986 | Karna | N | N | Y | Kannada | Remake of Saaheb |
1986 | Krishna Nee Begane Baro | N | N | Y | Kannada | Remake of Souten |
1986 | Maneye Manthralaya | N | N | Y | Kannada | Remake of Ghar Dhwar |
1987 | Kurukshetra | N | N | Y | Kannada | |
1987 | Yuga Purusha | N | N | Y | Kannada | Remake of Karz |
1990 | Bannada Gejje | Y | Y | N | Kannada | |
1990 | Prema Yuddham | Y | Y | N | Telugu | |
1990 | Muthina Haara | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | Partially based on Ernest Hemingway's novel A Farewell to Arms |
1990 | Aag Ka Darya | Y | Y | N | Hindi | Unreleased |
1990 | Sri Sathyanarayana Pooja Phala | N | N | Y | Kannada | |
1992 | Mallige Hoove | N | N | Y | Kannada | Remake of Senthoora Poove |
1993 | Hoovu Hannu | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | Based on the novel of same name by Triveni[4] |
1994 | Mahakshathriya | Y | Y | N | Kannada | |
1995 | Himapatha | Y | Y | N | Kannada | Based on Kannada novel of same name by T. K. Rama Rao |
1995 | Kalyanothsava | Y | Y | N | Kannada | |
1997 | Mungarina Minchu | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | Based on Italian movie Quattro passi fra le nuvole (Four Steps in the Clouds) |
1998 | Doni Saagali | Y | Y | N | Kannada | Based on novel Vimukthe by C.N. Muktha |
1998 | Bhoomi Thayiya Chochchala Maga | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | |
2000 | Mechanic Mamaiah | Y | Y | Y | Telugu | |
2001 | Kurigalu Saar Kurigalu | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | |
2002 | Kothigalu Saar Kothigalu | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | Remade as Sandade Sandadi (Telugu), Shaadi No. 1 (Hindi) and Tomakei Khujchi (Bangla) |
2003 | Katthegalu Saar Katthegalu | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | |
2004 | Love | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | |
2004 | Kanchana Ganga | Y | Y | N | Kannada | |
2006 | Mohini 9886788888 | Y | Y | Y | Kannada | |
2008 | Buddhivantha | N | N | Y | Kannada | Remake of Naan Avanillai |
2010 | Thipparalliya Tarlegalu | Y | Y | N | Kannada | |
2015 | Rebel | Y | Y | N | Kannada | |
2020 | Gandugali Madakari Nayaka | Y | N | N | Kannada |
Year | Movie | Award | Refs. |
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1984 (32nd) |
Bandhana | Best Feature Film in Kannada | [5] |
1990 (38th) |
Muthina Haara | Best Feature Film in Kannada | [6] |
1997 (45th) |
Mungarina Minchu | Best Feature Film in Kannada | [7] |
Year | Movie | Award | Refs. |
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1981-82 | Antha | Best Screenplay | |
1990-91 | Muthina Haara | Best Film (First) | |
1993-94 | Hoovu Hannu | Special Jury Award | |
1996-97 | Puttanna Kanagal Award | ||
1998-99 | Doni Saagali | Best Film (Third) | |
1998-99 | Bhoomi Thayiya Chochchala Maga | Best Social Concern Film | |
1998-99 | Bhoomi Thayiya Chochchala Maga | Best Story Writer | |
2000-01 | Kurigalu Saar Kurigalu | Best Film (Third) | |
2001-02 | Kothigalu Saar Kothigalu | Best Screenplay | |
Year | Movie | Award | Refs. |
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1993 | Hoovu Hannu | Best Director – Kannada | [8] |
1994 | Mahakshathriya | Best Director – Kannada | [9] |
2001 | Kothigalu Saar Kothigalu | Best Film – Kannada | [10] |
Rajendra Singh Babu wrote the book titled "Nenanpina Muthina Hara" in memory of the great Kannada actor Vishnuvardhan. The book was a tribute to Vishnuvardhan, where Babu shares his numerous experiences with Vishnuvardhan. The book reveals the special bond Babu claims to have had with Vishnuvardhan. The book also reveals Babu's constant drive to work on meaningful cinema, wanting to make an impact. His endless dreams of making cinemas involving Vishnuvardhan and Dr. Rajkumar and how great those cinemas might have been and how it would have contributed to Kannada Cinema.
Committees | Role |
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Karnataka Film Director's Association (6 times) | President |
Karnataka Film and T.V. Technicians | President |
Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (2 times) | Executive-Committee |
International Film Festival of India, 1992, Bangalore | Nominated member by State Govt. |
Karnataka Chalanachitra Academy | President |
52nd International Film Festival of India, 2021, Goa | Feature film jury, Chairperson[12] |