Age, Biography and Wiki
Devaraj was born on 20 September, 1953 in Bangalore, Mysore State, India, is an Indian actor. Discover Devaraj's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 70 years old?
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| Occupation |
Actor |
| Age |
70 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Virgo |
| Born |
20 September 1953 |
| Birthday |
20 September |
| Birthplace |
Bangalore, Mysore State, India |
| Nationality |
India
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Devaraj Height, Weight & Measurements
At 70 years old, Devaraj height not available right now. We will update Devaraj's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Who Is Devaraj's Wife?
His wife is Chandralekha
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Chandralekha |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Prajwal Devaraj Pranam Devaraj |
Devaraj Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Devaraj worth at the age of 70 years old? Devaraj’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from India. We have estimated Devaraj's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Actor |
Devaraj Social Network
Timeline
Devaraj was born on 20 September 1953 to Ramachandrappa and Krishnamma in Lingarajpuram, a locality in Bangalore, in the erstwhile Mysore State (now Karnataka).
His father worked in ITC Factory, Welfare department.
Devaraj lost his father when he was 3 months old as he was suffering from malaria.
Devaraj (born 20 September 1960) is an Indian actor and theatre actor who works in Indian film industry.
He has largely featured in Kannada films performing various roles as a lead character, supporting character and villainous character.
He has also featured in Telugu and Tamil films.
Having worked in over 200 feature films, Devaraj is popularly referred to as a "Dynamic Hero" in the Kannada film industry.
Prior to acting in films, Devaraj performed in stage plays under the guidance of Shankar Nag and B. Jayashree.
In 1976 due to his family's financial problems Devaraj decided to work in a HMT Watch factory, Case & Dial Section, where he worked for 9 years, and it was suggested he should act in dramas by his senior colleague at HMT, Govindaraju.
Firstly Devaraj joined R.Nagesh's theatre group, later he joined B. Jayashree's theatre group SPANDANA and later on with Shankar Nag's SANKET.
His film debut was as a supporting actor in 'Trishula'.
He continued to appear as a supporting actor, then acted in leading roles.
Devaraj auditioned for Trishula with Avinash, both of whom were part of a same theatre troupe.
Both got through the auditions and the film was his debut as an actor.
However, the film did not release.
His first released film was 27 Mavalli Circle in 1986.
After the success of 27 Mavalli Circle Devaraj acted in many more films mainly in supporting roles.
In 1986, Devaraj married actress Chandralekha, whom he had met on the sets of his film Sikku.
His notable performances include: His First Hero Leading Role In Hatyakanda In 1989.
Upnext Aaganthuka, Navabharatha, Indrajith among others.
Devaraj has won several awards and accolades including the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor for his portrayal as the protagonist in the film Veerappan in 1991.
Following this, they appeared together in the 1992 film Kendada Male.
After their marriage, Chandralekha quit acting.
They have two sons, Prajwal and Pranam.
Both sons are active in the Kannada film industry, with Prajwal having established himself as a lead actor.
After the year 2000, Devaraj switched over to character roles and debuted in Tamil and Telugu film industries.
He worked in highly acclaimed films such as Malaikottai and Villu in Tamil and Yagnam, Sri in Telugu.
