Venkataraju known by his professional name Rajanand (1927-2004), was an Indian actor in the Kannada film industry.

Some of the notable films of Rajanand as an actor include Operation Diamond Racket (1978), Mayura (1975), and Eradu Kanasu (1974).

[2] Rajanand completed a 480 feet length dialogue in one take in his debut film Dhana Pishachi (1967).

[2] Rajanand actively participated in theatre/drama plays at the age of 10 and received training from drama groups like Kalkoti, Samaja Vikasana, Kamala Kala, and from drama artists Sorat Ashwath, Master Hirannaiah, Yoganarasimha and A. S. Seshachar.

[1][2] He was named 'Rajanand' (meaning: King pleasure), during his time in Gubbi Veeranna drama company.