Dance Karnataka Dance: From remembering Puneeth Rajkumar to emotional revelations by Raghavendra Rajkumar, highlights of Shivrajkumar's birthday special episode

The recent episode of the reality show Dance Karnataka Dance witnessed the grand celebration of actor-judge Shivrajkumar's 60th birthday. Amidst all the mega celebration on the sets of Dance Karnataka Dance, Raghavendra Rajkumar's presence can't be missed in the episode. The ace actor, who is also one of the younger brothers of Shivanna gave a surprise entry into the show to wish his beloved elder brother on his birthday.
With the entry of Raghavendra Rajkumar, the brothers got candid on the stage and made some interesting revelations.
Shivanna's birthday celebrations before and after entering the industry
Raghanna, as Raghavendra Rajkumar is fondly known as, opened up about how Shivrajkumar's birthday has been celebrated since their childhood. Raghavendra revealed that the entire family would get together to celebrate Shivrajkumar's birthday. However, he mentioned that things changed after Shivanna entered the film industry as his fans turned to be a part of family members and celebrations have been rife with the extended family.

Remembering their late younger brother Puneeth Rajkumar
What turned out to be a very emotional moment for the Rajkumar brothers was when they remembered their beloved youngest brother late Puneeth Rajkumar. Remembering Puneeth, Shivanna said, "I am sure Appu would be very excited to celebrate my 60th birthday. He would have the enthusiasm to plan everything and celebrate it in a special way (sic)."
A memorable moment with Shivanna
Raghavendra Rajkumar spoke highly about Shivrajkumar's love and dedication towards cinema. Taking a stroll down the memory lane, Raghanna narrated an incident back when they were shooting for his movie 'Aasegobba Meesegobba'. Narrating the incident, Raghavendra Rajkumar revealed how Shivrajkumar returned to shoot for a song in the movie post a major arm surgery as the latter hurt himself while practicing aerobics. Raghanna even added that Shivanna's dedication to his work commitments despite a major surgery was commendable. On the other hand, Shivanna even showed the scar he still has on his hand after the surgery.
Raghanna's heartfelt wish for his elder brother
On the occasion of Shivanna's 60th birthday, Raghavendra Rajkumar remembered a wish that his paternal grandmother used to wish for her son (Dr. Rajkumar) and decided to wish the same for his elder brother too. Raghanna said, "Dear Dad, if I have done any good deeds in my life, and want to bless me for the same, I really want you to bless my elder brother Shivanna. At the same time, if there is any hurdle that my elder brother will have to face in life, please give that to me (sic)"
The conclusion
As the emotional moments continued, Raghavendra concluded it with a beautiful statement. "Appu you rest in peace! Shivanna, you live in peace and I will be peaceful (sic)," said fans' beloved Raghanna.