Bala Shiva is a 2003 Kannada-language Drama film directed by Kasthuri Raja and produced by Saraswathi Srikanth under the banner of Akshay Films. Bala shiva stars Dhanush in the title role along with Diya, Parul Yadav and Rashmi Kulkarni in supporting roles. The music was composed by Hamsalekha along with Bharadwaj. Cinematography was done by Kichas. It was released on 7th November 2003. Distribution rights for the film were acquired by Kalasangham Films.