Director
Sivaji
Based In
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Origin
Kothapalli, Andhra Pradesh, India
Years Active
1997 – Present
Sivaji Biography
Sivaji Full Information
- Full Name: Sivaji
- Real Name: Sivaji Sontineni
- Nickname: Hero Sivaji
- Profession: Actor, Producer, Television Personality
- Industry: Telugu Film Industry (Tollywood)
- Years Active: 1997 – Present
- Date of Birth: 30 June 1977
- Age: 48 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Kothapalli, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Current Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Hinduism
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Family Background
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife Name: Swetha
- Children: 2
Physical Appearance
- Height: Around 5 feet 10 inches
- Weight: Around 72 kg
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
Education
- Schooling: Andhra Pradesh
- College: Not Publicly Available
- Qualification: Graduate
Career Highlight
| Year | Project Name | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Master | Debut film appearance |
| 1998 | Kanyadanam | Gained recognition in supporting roles |
| 2001 | Kushi | Popular supporting performance |
| 2002 | Indra | Appeared in blockbuster Telugu film |
| 2003 | Missamma | Major breakthrough as lead actor |
| 2004 | Swarabhishekam | Critically appreciated family drama |
| 2005 | Adirindayya Chandram | Career-defining commercial success |
| 2006 | Tata Birla Madhyalo Laila | Popular comedy entertainer |
| 2007 | Mantra | Successful thriller film appearance |
| 2008 | Jalsa | Worked alongside top Tollywood stars |
| 2009 | Indumathi | Lead role in horror-thriller |
| 2010 | Taj Mahal | Worked as actor and producer |
| 2012 | Ayyare | Critically praised performance |
| 2018 | Gangstars | Digital streaming debut |
| 2023 | Bigg Boss Telugu 7 | Television comeback and renewed popularity |
| 2023 | 90’s – A Middle Class Biopic | Highly appreciated web series role |
| 2025 | Court | Return to notable film projects |
| 2026 | Sampradayini Suppini Suddapoosani | Actor and producer project |
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Best Male Dubbing Artist | Nandi Awards | Dil | Won |
| 2005 | Best Supporting Actor | Santosham Film Awards | Missamma | Nominated |
| 2006 | Best Actor in Comedy Role | CineMAA Awards | Tata Birla Madhyalo Laila | Nominated |
| 2012 | Best Actor | Nandi Awards | Ayyare | Nominated |
| 2023 | Popular Television Personality | Bigg Boss Telugu Recognition | Bigg Boss Telugu 7 | Appreciated |
About Sivaji
His real name is Sivaji Sontineni.
Missamma is considered one of his most popular films.
Yes, he dubbed for several Telugu actors and won a Nandi Award.
Yes, he participated in Bigg Boss Telugu Season 7.
Yes, he has worked as both actor and producer.