Maha Shivratri : List of actors who played Lord Shiva on screen
First Published: 18th February, 2023 18:12 IST
As it's Maha Shivratri on Saturday, let's take a look at the best portrayals of Lord Shiva on the big screen
Actors play several roles in their careers. From being a gangster to donning a romantic avatar and portraying a superhero, our Bollywood and television actors experiment with different characters time and again. Some of the actors have even impressed the audience by performing the role of a God in projects. As it’s Maha Shivratri on Saturday, let’s take a look at the best portrayals of Lord Shiva on the big screen.
Mohit Raina
Actor Mohit Raina rose to fame with his role as Lord Shiva on the TV show Devon Ke Dev – Mahadev. It’s been over a decade since Mohit portrayed the deity role and his fans still recognise him through that character.
Akshay Kumar
Akshay will be seen playing the role of Lord Shiva in the film ‘Oh My God 2’. In October 2021, Akshay shared two posters of ‘OMG 2’, one of which shows him in a look inspired by Lord Shiva. The first poster shows Akshay in blue, with his eyes closed and hair in dreadlocks.Words ‘Rakh Vishwas, Tu hai shiv ka das’ can be seen written on the poster.
Vikkas Manaktala
Actor Vikkas Manaktala, who was recently seen in Bigg Boss 16, portrayed the role of Lord Shiva in Star Plus’ show ‘Namah’.
Sourabh Raaj Jain
Actor Sourabh Raaj Jain is called the ‘God of small screen’. Be it his character of Lord Krishna in ‘Mahabharat’ or Lord Vishnu in ‘Devon Ke Dev… Mahadev’ or Lord Shiva on ‘Mahakaali — Anth Hi Aarambh Hai’, Sourabh has played the roles of deities with utmost dedication in his career.
Tarun Khanna
Tarun Khanna has played the role of Lord Shiva in several shows including Karamphal Daata Shani, Paramavtar Shri Krishna, Radha Krishn and Devi Ati Parashakti.
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