Shiva (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1990, Shiva is an action, drama and crime film directed by Ram Gopal Varma, running about 161 minutes.
What it’s about. Shiva, a fresher at VAC College, is forced to stand up against the students' union president and a group of gangsters who have made the college environment increasingly violent.
Who’s in it. Shiva stars Nagarjuna Akkineni as Shiva, Amala Akkineni as Asha, Raghuvaran as Bhavani and Paresh Rawal as Tilak Dhari, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Shiva has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shiva page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shiva tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shiva (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shiva change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shiva worth watching?
- Shiva holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shiva?
- Shiva stars Nagarjuna Akkineni, Amala Akkineni, Raghuvaran, Paresh Rawal and J. D. Chakravarthi.
- When was Shiva released?
- Shiva was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 161 minutes.