Actor Puneet Rajkumar dies of heart attack: Condolences

Puneeth Rajkumar, 46, one of the leading names in the Kannada film industry and the youngest of five children of Matinee Idol, Dr. Rajkumar passed away on October 29 morning after suffering a cardiac arrest. Revenue Minister R Ashok announced the actor’s demise at Vikram Hospital in Bengaluru. Puneet Rajkumar is survived by his wife Ashwini Revanth and two daughters Drithi and Vandita.

Dr. Ranganath Naik of Vikram Hospital said, “Puneet Rajkumar complained of chest pain in the morning and was taken to his family doctor’s private clinic where an ECG test was done. It showed a heart attack and he was immediately taken to Vikram Hospital. When he was brought to the hospital, there was no cardiac activity. We put him on ventilator and tried to revive him, but all efforts failed.”

Mr Ashok said the actor’s last rites would be performed on October 30 and the details would be finalized after discussions with the family. He appealed to the fans of the actor not to get emotional and maintain peace. His body will be kept at Kanteerva Stadium for public viewing.

Kannada actor Puneeth Rajkumar passed away on October 29, 2021. He was 46 years old.

Puneet Rajkumar can be seen here with his parents and actor Amitabh Bachchan. As a child artist, Puneeth was popularly known as Lohit, won a National Award for his role in Bettada Hoovu.

Puneet Rajkumar was just six months old when he faced the camera in the thriller Premada Kanike. He acted in 14 films as a child artist.

Actor Puneeth Rajkumar greets his fans during the shooting of a film at Karnataka University campus in Dharwad. Popularly known as ‘Power Star’ and fondly known as ‘Appu’, Puneet was also a producer. He was considered ‘ahead of his time’ for the films he produced under his home banner Puneet Raj Kumar Films.

Actor Puneet Rajkumar with the students of Mathura School for the Blind. The actor has donated his eyes.

Puneeth is the youngest child of producer-distributor Parvathamma Rajkumar and renowned Kannada actor Rajkumar. His brothers Raghavendra and Shivrajkumar are also seen here. Puneet has two sisters Lakshmi and Poornima.

Puneeth (center) with his brothers Shivarajkumar and Raghavendra at the release of a book on his father Dr. Rajkumar ‘The Person Behind the Personality’ in Bengaluru on June 2, 2012. Both his brothers are also actors.

Actor Puneeth Rajkumar during the inauguration of the sixth edition of the Karnataka Premier League (KPL) Twenty20 Championship at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on September 1, 2017. He was the brand ambassador of the IPL team Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Puneeth with actor Rajinikanth at the 60th birthday celebrations of actor Ambareesh at Palace Grounds organized by Kannada Film Industries on May 29, 2012 in Bengaluru.

Puneet Rajkumar is married to Ashwini and the couple has two daughters. He is seen here after casting his vote for the Lok Sabha elections at Poornapragya High School, Sadashivanagar, in Bengaluru on April 17, 2014.

Puneeth Rajkumar during the 2nd International Day of Yoga at Akshar Power Yoga Academy in Bengaluru.

Raghavendra, Nagamma (sister of actor Rajkumar), Parvathamma Rajkumar, Sivarajkumar and Puneeth releasing a book on Dr. Rajkumar in Bengaluru on June 2, 2012.

Puneet Rajkumar participating in the shooting of the film Dodmane Huduga in Chitradurga. He has acted as a lead actor in around 30 Kannada films, with Yuvaratna being his latest film.

Politicians including fellow actors Darshan, Ravichandran and Yash, filmmaker Yograj Bhat and former chief minister and JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy were among those who visited the hospital.

KPCC president DK Shivakumar, who is a neighbor of the Rajkumar family, said that Puneet was fully invested in films and some hobbies. He did not bow down to the efforts to drag him towards politics.

Condolences continue on the death of Puneet Rajkumar

Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai said that despite all efforts to revive the actor, he could not be saved. He said, “His family and the entire state is sad today. He achieved a lot at a young age. He called me yesterday as well and today we are going to meet to discuss the launch of the website for November 1 (Karnataka Rajyotsava). Were.” .

Basavaraj S Bommai (@BSBommai) tweeted: “Shocked and deeply saddened as Karnataka’s most loved superstar #PuneetRajkumar is no more with us. A huge personal loss and one that is hard to bear. Praying to the almighty to help the Prince family And the fans find the strength to bear this loss.”

Condoling the demise of Puneeth Rajkumar, state BJP president and Dakshina Kannada MP Nalin Kumar Kateel said that the actor’s untimely death has shocked people at large. Praying to God to give strength to the family members and fans to bear the loss, Mr Kateel asked people to maintain peace in this hour of grief.

An emotional Raghavendra Rajkumar told the media, “He made sure that a pacemaker is installed for me so that I can live longer. But he left before me. He has left a huge responsibility on me.”

Former CM BS Yediyurappa also said that the actor’s death is unfortunate. “He was a much-loved actor who started acting at a young age,” he added.

Sonu Sood tweeted, “Heartbroken will always miss you my brother. #PuneethRajkumar”

Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) tweeted: Shocked and deeply saddened by the passing away of #PuneethRajkumar, the film industry has lost a gem. One of the best human beings I’ve met. So lively and courteous. Gone too quickly. Condolences to his family, friends and countless fans

Cricketer Venkesh Prasad tweeted, “Extremely saddened to learn about the passing of our dear #PuneethRajkumar. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans. I request his fans to remain calm and pray for the family. Pray for his recovery in these troubled times.” Peace.”

Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) tweeted: “Shocked to hear that #PuneethRajkumar is no more.. Life is so unpredictable. Condolences to family and friends.. Waheguru”