Puneeth Rajkumar Death LIVE Updates: The Kannada film star’s untimely demise has sent shockwaves across the country, with tributes pouring in from all quarters
Puneeth Rajkumar Death LIVE Updates: Saddened by Kannada film star Puneeth Rajkumar’s untimely death, a die-hard fan has taken his life in Karnataka, while two have suffered a heart attack. Puneeth died on Friday noon after suffering cardiac arrest. The actor’s last rites are likely to be performed upon his daughter’s return from the US today evening.
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Emotional Prabhu Deva pays last respect to Puneeth Rajkumar
Director-choreographer Prabhu Deva arrived at Kantheerava Stadium to pay his last respects to Kannada star Puneeth Rajkumar. Prabhu Deva appeared emotional as he paid tributes to Puneeth.
Puneeth Rajkumar had stiffness in back, was asked to avoid rigorous dance steps
Puneeth Rajkumar had undergone physiotherapy for stiffness in back and calf muscles and was asked not to indulge in rigorous activities. “He was complaining of stiffness in back and calf muscles. After 2 physio sessions and massage, his pain was relieved. He said this problem occurred during the shooting of a dance number for ‘Yuvaratna’. We advised him not to try rigorous dance steps for a while and be careful about it in the future. But he laughed and brushed it off. ‘When I am shooting for a movie, I can’t say no to doing anything,’ was his answer,” recalls Dr. Palanivel, Chief Physiotherapist at La Yantra.
Puneeth Rajkumar’s last rites to be performed at Kanteerava studios
Actor Puneeth Rajkumar’s last rites will be performed today evening. Only family members and close friends can attend the last rites of the Kannada film star at Kanteerava studios, where his parents were also laid to rest. Common public will not be allowed.
Puneeth Rajkumar’s daughter to return from US today evening
According to IANS, Puneeth Rajkumar’s last rites are to be performed upon the return of his daughter, Vanditha, from the United States of America. Vanditha is expected to arrive in Bengaluru today evening.
Samantha Akkineni posts heartfelt tribute to Puneeth Rajkumar
Actress Samantha Akkineni, who recently announced her separation from Naga Chaitanya, has paid a moving tribute to late Kannada film star Puneeth Rajkumar. Sharing a monochrome photo of the late actor, Samantha wrote, “Gone too soon.”
Kajal Aggarwal mourns the death of Puneeth Rajkumar
“This is heartbreaking and so shocking. RIP Puneeth Rajkumar. May God give strength to the family, friends, and fans. #gonetoosoon,” wrote Kajal Aggarwal.
Family keeps Puneeth Rajkumar’s word, donates his eyes
Puneeth Rajkumar, who died following a massive heart attack, donated his eyes like his father – legendary south actor Dr. Rajkumar – who had himself pledged his entire family’s eyes back in 1994. Dr. Rajkumar had also died of a heart attack on 12 April 2006 aged 76.
Karnataka CM requests Puneeth Rajkumar fans to maintain calm
“We need to send him off with love and respect. I request everyone to pay their respects in peace,” said Karnataka chief minister Basavaraj Bommai.
Puneeth Rajkumar’s last rites likely to be held today
On the basis of the decision taken by Puneeth Rajkumar’s family, the next stage of security arrangements will be made. The actor’s family will take a call on when the final rites will be performed. Probably, the last rites will be done today itself: Bengaluru CP, Kamal Pant at Kanteerava Stadium | ANI
One fan of Puneeth Rajkumar dies by suicide, Two of cardiac arrest
Puneeth Rajkumar‘s sudden demise on Friday, October 29 came as a shock to the entire film fraternity and his legion of followers, who couldn’t suffer the blow of the news. Following his death, a 30-year-old man from Maruru village, Chamrajnagar district, in Karnataka died of cardiac arrest. Another fan of the superstar died in Shindolli village, Belagavi of a massive heart attack. It is also being reported that another fan of the actor has died by suicide, and one crushed his palm out of anger in Karnataka.
Fan of Puneeth Rajkumar suffers heart attack after actor’s death news
A fan of Puneeth Rajkumar, Muniyappa (30), from Marur village in Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, was shocked to learn about the death of his beloved star. As soon as Puneeth’s death’s news broke, the fan collapsed citing chest pain. He was declared dead on spot due to a massive heart attack. He was doing petty jobs in Bengaluru for 7 years but returned to his native post lockdown 2 years ago.