Uchathula Shiva is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language action film which was directed by Jaypee, starring Karan and Neha Ratnakaran in the leading roles. Featuring music composed by Vidyasagar, the film is produced by Karan's wife, Devi Karan and marks the actor's first home production. The film had a theatrical release on 16 September 2016 to mixed reviews. The film also marked the last featured film for the actor Karan, in leading roles and further retirement from the film industry.

Narayanan is an Indian actor who has appeared in Tamil and few Telugu films, mainly in supporting roles. He made his début in 1997 film Raman Abdullah but he got noticed for his role in the 2011 film, Aadukalam directed by Vetrimaaran. He earlier appeared in Balu Mahendra's television series Kathai Neram.