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Puneeth Rajkumar dies of heart attack at 46, Kannada TV celebs mourn the demise of Power Star

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Oct 29, 2021, 15:56 IST
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​Puneeth Rajkumar dies of heart attack at 46, Kannada TV celebs mourn the demise of Power Star

Power Star Puneeth Rajkumar, who was one of the leading actors in Sandalwood, passed away at the age of 46 after suffering a massive heart attack today morning. The actor was rushed to the hospital in Bengaluru in a critical condition. Puneeth's sudden demise has sent shockwaves in the Kannada film industry with many celebrities grieving his loss. They are calling it a black day in the Kannada film industry. Following the news of the actor's sudden demise, many Kannada TV celebs have taken to their social media handle to convey their deepest condolences.

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​Ranjini Raghavan

Kannadati actress Ranjini Raghavan shared a throwback picture with the late actor and prayed for his soul to rest in peace.

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​Swetha Changappa

Swetha Changappa also shared a throwback picture clicked during a reality show and wrote, "Don't leave us sooo soon. Please come back @puneethrajkumar.official appu sir.

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​Kirik Keerthi

Keerthi, who is a die-hard fan of Puneeth, took to his Instagram handle and penned an emotional note which nearly translates, "I just pray a miracle happens" (sic).

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​Anika Sindhya

Marali Manasaagide actress Anika also shared a recent picture clicked with the late actor on the sets of Dance Karnataka Dance and wrote, "Sir really miss u.... rip," (sic).

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​Niranjan Deshpande

Niranjan Deshpande also penned an emotional note on his Instagram handle which read, "This is really shocking. I am still not able to believe that you are no more. you will always be alive in all your fan's hearts.Rip appu sir." (sic).

(Photo: Instagram)

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Deepest condolences to all this is a huge loss to kannada movie world. RIP dear appu sir.
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