Shankaranarayanan aka Blade Shankar has become a house hold name among radio listeners for more than two decades now (since 2003). His forename is earned after hosting the most awarded radio show in Chennai named “Blade no.1” the name defines the content of his show and so is reason for his popularity. Blade Shankar’s quick wits, timely counter dialogues, smart word puns are termed as his USPs and his unique style in handling the live audience and interesting interactions paved way for exploring more opportunities, making him a versatile worker, be it as an actor, Comedian, show anchor or a renowned voice artist and is the favourite of film stars visiting the studios.
Blade Shankar, has won many awards from most famous media hubs like IRF (15 awards) and Golden mike, both for the show and as a jock- bringing laurels to the organisation.
His youthful morning show in SUN TV called “Vanakkam Tamizha” is the most watched breakfast show across the state making his a pan TN star J and an influencer in social medias. Blade Shankar’s entry to Kollywood started in 2012 with his debut in “Saguni” (2012) as a comedian and moved forward as an actor and character artist in films like Sonna Puriyathu, Maragadha Naanayam, Adangathey, Chithiram pesudhadi 2, Web series and still counting…
In short, RJ Blade Shankar’s kadi jokes (PJs) have gained many RICH hearts as his loyal listeners.