Shivarajkumar, affectionately called Shivanna (Karunada Chakravarthy), has made an emotional plea to his fans ahead of his birthday on July 12. The veteran actor has asked them not to bring cakes, garlands, or expensive gifts, because he is sure that their love and presence will be all he would like on his birthday.
Shivarajkumar’s birthday is one of the most eagerly awaited events in the Kannada film industry, and lakhs of fans from all over Karnataka and neighboring states come together every year to wish their favorite actor a happy birthday. But the actor will be celebrating in more detail this year with his fans after keeping the party in a low-key atmosphere over the past two years due to health reasons.
Shivanna wrote in his message to fans, expressing gratitude for the love and support he has received for all these years. He asked all of those who visit him on July 12 not to bring cakes, flower garlands, bouquets, or other ceremonial items.
Instead, the actor encouraged fans to come together, celebrate the occasion with joy, and make the day memorable simply by sharing their love and good wishes.
Shivarajkumar's birthday is not only an actor's birthday celebrated like it is a festival for the fans too, but an annual affair in which the star and his admirers do their best to have a celebration, and it shows the bond. For fans, blood donor camps, food distribution drives, tree plantations, and charitable activities are organized to mark the occasion.
It has been appreciated by many on social media that the actor is so humble and simple. Several fan clubs have already said they are going to honor Shivanna’s request to do community service and spend less money on lavish celebrations.
Shivarajkumar is one of Kannada cinema's most respected and lasting stars. With a career of nearly four decades, he has already produced some of the biggest movies and still enjoys huge popularity among all generations of people. His passion for film and dedication to cinema, and his close-knit nature with his fans, have earned him his place in the hearts of people.
Shivanna has been a champion’s advocate to fans every year over the years and always has been in a good spirit about celebrating and contributing to society. This year, he is now putting togetherness above extravagance as he puts it out of our mind.
As July 12 approaches, the excitement among fans is building up. Many will arrive from various parts of Karnataka to meet the actor in person. But the celebrations will be simple, thanks and gratitude, and acts of kindness again, just as Shivanna wanted them to be done this time, as he wishes.
For his many fans, the message is straightforward: “No cakes, no garlands— your love alone is the greatest gift."
