He stood as the third in Bigg Boss Season 8.
Sivaji has also made a name for himself as a dubbing artist.
Telugu actor Sivaji Sontineni was the centre of attention in the Bigg Boss Telugu 7 house. In the last season, he stood at the third place. A multi-faceted personality, Sivaji is known for his roles in Telugu films, his political activism and also as a dubbing artist.
Sivaji might reportedly act as the host of Bigg Boss Season 8 Buzz this time. The Bigg Boss Buzz is the segment wherein the eliminated contestants would be interviewed as soon as they come out of the house. Geetu Royal hosted the show during the previous season. The organisers are now planning to bring Sivaji back in the upcoming season 8. However, the official confirmation might come in a few days.
Even Raj Tarun, Barrelakka, Hema, and Surekha Vani along with his daughter, Kirak RP, Bum Chik Bablu might also be a part of Bigg Boss Telugu season 8.
As for Sivaji, he hails from Narsarsopet, Andhra Pradesh. He started his career as an editor at Gemini TV. Soon after this, he was offered a role in a television series. This opportunity opened the door for him to Telugu cinema where he initially played minor characters in hit films like Kushi and Indra.
He kept pursuing his acting career and took roles as the second lead in various films for a few years before his breakthrough as a solo hero in the 2003 film Missamma.
Sivaji has also been a popular dubbing artist. He had lent his voice to Nithiin in the initial phase of his career.
In addition to his career in films, Sivaji has also become a vocal personality regarding political issues, especially regarding the movement for the unity of Andhra Pradesh. He reportedly also participated in a hunger strike demanding special status for Andhra Pradesh.