Actor-director Duniya Vijay says he will direct only for hat‑trick hero Shivrajkumar

Renowned Kannada actor and director Duniya Vijay has publicly shared his aspiration to direct films only for celebrated star Shivrajkumar. Vijay, who has made a mark both in front of and behind the camera, said that any future directorial venture he undertakes will be dedicated solely to Shivrajkumar, whom he described as a "hat‑trick hero" for his string of consecutive box‑office successes.

The statement underscores Vijay's admiration for Shivrajkumar’s achievements in the Kannada film industry. While Vijay has directed several projects earlier in his career, he emphasized that his next directorial effort will be a tribute to Shivrajkumar’s legacy.

Industry observers note that such collaborations could generate significant interest among fans, given both personalities' strong fan bases. No specific project details have been announced at this time.