Archive · 30 Aug 2026
Shivarajkumar Reveals The Heart Behind Original Monster Film
Shiva Rajkumar is making a new movie called Original Monster.
R. Chandru is directing and producing the film.
The movie may look violent, but Shiva says its main character has a heart.
He also says the story includes funny and entertaining moments.
The film will have a message about life and how people choose to spend it.
Shiva joked that he is the villain in the movie.
He confirmed that production will start on September 7.
He also said a famous Bollywood actor may join the cast.
Shiva shared that he enjoys walking around Mumbai and visiting Juhu Beach.
Shiva Rajkumar is reuniting with director R. Chandru for the Pan India film Original Monster.
The actor says the intense-looking film combines violence, humour, entertainment and a meaningful message about life.
Shiva Rajkumar confirmed that he will play the villain, while keeping details about other antagonists secret.
The film is scheduled to begin production on September 7, with a famous Bollywood actor expected to join the cast.
The actor discussed his long connection with Mumbai, including visits to Juhu Beach and his fondness for pani puri.
- Who
- Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar, director-producer R. Chandru and the Original Monster team, including music director Ajaneesh Loknath.
- What
- The team launched the title and discussed the upcoming Pan India film Original Monster.
- When
- The film is scheduled to begin production on September 7; Jailer 2 is expected in October, according to the interview.
- Where
- The title was launched in Mumbai, and the film is associated with the Kannada film industry.
- Why
- Shiva Rajkumar said he joined the project because he and Chandru understand each other's working styles and he found the story intriguing.
- Film
- Original Monster
- Director and producer
- R. Chandru
- Lead actor
- Shiva Rajkumar
- Production start
- September 7
- Genre elements
- Violence, humour, entertainment and a message about life
- Additional casting
- The team is planning to bring in a famous Bollywood actor
- Other confirmed project
- Shiva Rajkumar confirmed that he is part of Jailer 2