Doctor Sivana facts for kids
Doctor Thaddeus Bodog Sivana is a made-up character, a supervillain from comic books. He was created by Bill Parker and C. C. Beck. He first appeared in the comic book Whiz Comics and was the main enemy of the superhero Captain Marvel.
Doctor Sivana quickly became Captain Marvel's biggest enemy, also known as his archenemy. In 2009, a website called IGN listed Doctor Sivana as the 82nd greatest comic book villain of all time.
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Who is Doctor Sivana?
Doctor Sivana is a brilliant but evil scientist. He often uses his inventions and smarts to try and defeat Captain Marvel. Unlike many villains who rely on super strength, Sivana uses his mind and strange gadgets. He is known for his bald head, glasses, and a mischievous grin.
His First Appearance
Doctor Sivana first appeared in Whiz Comics in 1939. This was a very early time for superheroes and villains. He was created to give Captain Marvel a smart and tricky opponent.
Why is He a Villain?
Sivana is often driven by a desire for power and control. He believes he is smarter than everyone else and that he should rule the world. He doesn't like Captain Marvel because the hero always stops his evil plans. This makes him very angry and determined to win.
His Name's Story
C. C. Beck, one of his creators, explained how Sivana got his name. He said it was a mix of two words: "Siva" from the Indian god Shiva, and "nirvana". This combination gives his name a unique and powerful sound.
Doctor Sivana in Movies
Doctor Sivana has also appeared in movies. He made his first movie appearance in the 2019 DC Extended Universe film Shazam!. In the movie, he was played by the actor Mark Strong. This brought the classic comic book villain to a new audience on the big screen.
Images for kids
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Sivana, with his children Sivana, Jr and Georgia. Interior art from The Marvel Family #10 (1947), by C. C. Beck and Pete Costanza.
See also
In Spanish: Doctor Sivana para niños
