Mahashivratri 2025: 5 Actors Who Were Loved For Their Role Of Lord Shiva On Screen
Mahashivratri 2025: The occasion of Mahashivratri is often celebrated with much aplomb in the world of Hindi films and television as well. Several actors have dedicatedly played the role of Lord Shiva on screen in religious TV shows and etched a mark on the minds of the audience in the skin of Lord Shiva. From choosing vegetarianism to following a set of strict rules, these actors imbibed lifestyle changes as well to portray the God of Gods on screen with the most honesty. Take a look at five such actors who are known for their role as Shiva on screen.
Mohit Raina
Mohit Raina made his TV debut with a science fiction show called ‘Antariksh’ but it was his portrayal of the calm and furious nature of Lord Shiva on screen that made him a people’s favorite on TV.
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Raina led the cast of Devo Ke Dev …Mahadev on screen in 2011 as Lord Shiva or Mahadeb in the show. He ensured to do the justice to his role by working on his demeanor, and physique and also learned Kathak for his on-screen performances. The three years on screen as Mahadev gave Raina a newfound fame and celebrity status.
Tarun Khanna
A face known for his big and small screen roles, Tarun Khanna has been a part of several mythical shows. One among them has been the 2018 drama series Radha Krishna starring the newcomers Mallika Singh and dancer Sumedh Mudgalkar in the titular roles.
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Khanna however managed to steal the limelight from the faces of the show with his portrayal of Lord Shiva acting as a catalyst in the story of Radha Krishna.
Arun Govil
While many recall Arun Govil as the iconic Ram that he played in Ramayana. Govil has also been a part of a show called Shiv Mahima which aired in 1992. He played the titular role of Lord Shiva in the show.
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Himanshu Soni
Rose to fame as Lord Vishnu in the daily soap Ramayan on Zee TV, Himanshu Soni also played the role of Lord Shiva in Zee TV’s Neeli Chhatri Waale, a show set in Kanpur where the Mythical Shiva has a human representation as Shivaye.
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Saurabh Raj Jain
Best known for his role as Lord Krishna in Star Plus’s Ramayan, Saurabh Raj Jain played the role of Lord Shiva in Colors TV’s show Mahakali playing the role of Goddess Kali’s husband.
