‘45’ Press Conference: Shiva Rajkumar Opens Up as Arjun Janya and Nikita Ghag Join the Event

Kannada cinema’s popular actor Shiva Rajkumar’s film ‘45 The Movie’ has been creating a strong buzz these days. The film is performing exceptionally well in Kannada cinema. On Saturday, January 3, the makers celebrated the film’s success in Mumbai and held a press conference to share insights about the project. The event was attended by Shiva Rajkumar, director Arjun Janya, M. Ramesh Reddy, and Nikita Ghag.

Also Read: Mustafizur Rahman Controversy: Bangladesh pacer dropped from Shah Rukh Khan’s KKR

What Shiva Rajkumar Said

During the event, Shiva Rajkumar said, “Arjun Janya narrated the entire story to me brilliantly in just four to five minutes. The interval and climax left a deep impact on me.”

Talking about the film, he added, “Arjun has done complete justice to this opportunity. I am very happy that Mythri is releasing our film in Telugu. The Kannada version has already been successful. After watching this film, you will learn to love and respect every living being. We don’t know how long we will live on this earth, but this film teaches us to live happily for as long as we do.”

Also read:Bigg Boss Fame Nitibha Kaul Gets Engaged, Shares Beautiful Engagement Photos

View this post on Instagram

Shiva Rajkumar’s Bond with Mumbai

Recalling his long association with Mumbai, Shiva Rajkumar said, “I shot my 50th film AK 47 here for nearly two and a half months. Before that, I had already shot three to four films in Mumbai. One of my father Dr. Rajkumar’s films was also shot here—this was actually my first visit to Mumbai.”
When asked about the importance of Mumbai as a territory for films, he said, “Mumbai gives a bigger vision. After KGF, Kantara, Baahubali and RRR, the entire country is looking towards South cinema. 45 carries a universal thought—it will touch people’s hearts and leave behind emotions and a strong message.”

Also read: The ‘Drishyam 3’ Storm: Akshaye Khanna’s Exit, Allegations, and the Mystery Behind the Silence

On Hindi Cinema

Speaking about working in Hindi films, Shiva Rajkumar said, “I don’t want to do typical commercial films with just dance and fights. If I enter Hindi cinema, it should be a role that makes people say—this is a Shiva Rajkumar film. The character should connect deeply with the audience.”
Referring to his iconic film Om, he explained how it was re-released 500–600 times and how even after 30 years people still call him ‘Satya’. “I want people to recognize me through a character—as a symbol of Indian culture,” he added.

Also read: Dhurandhar Success: Ranveer–Deepika Celebrate Dhurandhar Success with Chef Vikas Khanna

Praise for the Technical Team

Shiva Rajkumar also praised the technical aspects, saying, “Satya’s cinematography and Ravi Varma’s action choreography are outstanding. I firmly believe Arjun Janya will become India’s number one director in the future. This film will touch everyone’s heart.”

Kannada Cinema’s New Stars

When asked about Rishab Shetty and Yash, Shiva Rajkumar said, “I am extremely proud of them. If they hadn’t taken risks, Kannada cinema wouldn’t have reached this level. Now we too have come forward with the same courage.”

Advice for Young Artists

Addressing young and upcoming artists, Shiva Rajkumar advised them to believe in the story and their character above everything else. He said actors should not chase stardom or big names, but choose roles that touch the heart and create an emotional connection with audiences.
He also emphasized patience, consistent hard work, and trusting the director. According to him, even in multi-starrer films, sincerity towards one’s role is most important, as good performances earn lasting recognition.

Director Arjun Janya Speaks

Director Arjun Janya shared that 45 is his first film as a director. He said, “In the last 20 years, I have composed music for more than 150 Kannada films. I had written this story and wanted someone else to direct it, but Shiva Rajkumar told me—this film should be directed by you.”

Upcoming Films

Shiva Rajkumar also spoke about his upcoming projects, revealing that his much-awaited film ‘Jailer 2’ is almost complete. Apart from that, he will be seen in his home productions ‘A for Anand’ and ‘Bail’.

What Nikita Ghag Said

Political leader and actress Nikita Ghag made an emotional appeal from the stage, saying, “I request the audience and the media to help this film reach every household in our country. I hope it becomes successful in every nation, so that the world gets to know Sanatan Dharma, our traditions and culture. On behalf of the Bharatiya Janata Party, I promise that if this film needs any support in Maharashtra, I will always stand with you.”

View this post on Instagram

Talking about her decision to enter politics, she said, “While working in the film industry, I saw how artists and technicians suffer—payment delays, insecurity. To address these issues, I joined politics. There were trolls and difficulties, but today I feel satisfied.”

View this post on Instagram

About ‘45 The Movie’

Starring Shiva Rajkumar, Real Star Upendra, and Raj B. Shetty, ‘45 The Movie’ is directed by Arjun Janya. The film is produced on a grand scale by Smt. Uma Ramesh Reddy and M. Ramesh Reddy under the Suraj Productions banner.

‘45’ press conference | Shiva Rajkumar on ‘45’ | Shiva Rajkumar latest film | Arjun Janya music ‘45’ | Nikita Ghag at ‘45’ event | ‘45’ movie updates | Kannada film ‘45’