Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar who was hospitalised after suffering chest pain passed away on Friday, October 29. He was admitted to Vikram Hospital in Bengaluru and was 46 at the time of his death. His untimely demise came as a shock to not only his fans but the entire film fraternity, who has taken to social media to express their shock and offer condolences. Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered him and wrote on Twitter that a ‘cruel twist of fate’ has snatched away the actor from us. His Tweet read, “A cruel twist of fate has snatched away from us a prolific and talented actor, Puneeth Rajkumar. This was no age to go. The coming generations will remember him fondly for his works and wonderful personality. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.”
A cruel twist of fate has snatched away from us a prolific and talented actor, Puneeth Rajkumar. This was no age to go. The coming generations will remember him fondly for his works and wonderful personality. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/ofcNpnMmW3— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 29, 2021
The Vice President of India, Venkaiah Naidu, too tweeted his condolences.
Anguished by the untimely demise of noted Kannada actor Puneeth Rajkumar. After starting his career as a child artiste, he made a mark as a phenomenal actor, playback singer, TV presenter and producer. Indeed, he was a man of many talents. #PuneethRajkumar pic.twitter.com/VXVI55JzRR— Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) October 29, 2021
Superstar Kamal Hassan wrote, “The demise of my dear younger brother Puneeth Rajkumar was most unexpected.We were mutually very fond of each other. My deepest sympathy to his family and his fans in Karnataka.(1/2)
#PuneethRajkumar”
The demise of my dear younger brother Puneeth Rajkumar was most unexpected.We were mutually very fond of each other. My deepest sympathy to his family and his fans in Karnataka.(1/2)#PuneethRajkumar— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) October 29, 2021
Bollywood actor Sonu Sood, who was heartbroken at the news, Tweeted, “Heartbroken ????
Will always miss you my brother. #PuneethRajkumar”
Heartbroken ????Will always miss you my brother. #PuneethRajkumar— sonu sood (@SonuSood) October 29, 2021
Several other Bollywood actors including Sanjay Dutt, Taapsee Pannu, Ajay Devgn and Anil Kapoor offered their condolences.
You were the most kindest and the simplest person I've met. The world has lost another gem. My heartfelt condolences to your family and friends. Om Shanti ???? #PuneethRajkumar pic.twitter.com/5DOeHBkQvE— Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) October 29, 2021
This uncertainty of life and time is becoming a big teacher. Nothing seems to be too early anymore . Heartbreaking to see it all slip out of the control of our hands— taapsee pannu (@taapsee) October 29, 2021
Your legacy will live on. RIP Puneeth. Heartfelt condolences to his family & fans.#PuneethRajkumar— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) October 29, 2021
Shocking & extremely sad… #PuneethRajkumar ???? Sending my heartfelt condolences & prayers to the family… pic.twitter.com/XJKwNKBsuW— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) October 29, 2021
Superstar Mahesh Babu wrote, “Shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic news of Puneeth Rajkumar’s demise. One of the most humble people I’ve met and interacted with. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones”
Shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic news of Puneeth Rajkumar's demise. One of the most humble people I've met and interacted with. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones ????— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) October 29, 2021
This hurts so much! Rest in peace superstar! May the family, friends and the millions of fans have the strength to tide through this sorrow! #PuneethRajkumar ???? pic.twitter.com/45EltouKWw— Prithviraj Sukumaran (@PrithviOfficial) October 29, 2021
Sometimes we don’t value the moment, till it’s gone ????????????#Appu #Puneethrajkumar #kannadafilmindustry cannot comprehend this at all. pic.twitter.com/Zasg5px1Vl— Radikaa Sarathkumar (@realradikaa) October 29, 2021
Shocking ,devastating & heartbreaking! #PuneethRajkumar gone too soon. ????Rest in Peace! My deepest sympathies and tearful condolences to the family. A huge loss to the Kannada / Indian film fraternity as a whole.Strength to all to cope with this tragic loss!— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) October 29, 2021
Shocked to hear about Puneeth passing away. Such a young and vibrant personality gone so soon. Met him just a couple of times. But can never forget his hospitality, humble and down to earth nature. My prayers and strength to his family and loved ones.— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) October 29, 2021
Superstar Dulquer Salman referred to the late actor as one of the kindest and warmest actors/gentleman.
???????????? One of the kindest and warmest Actors/gentlemen. Praying to the almighty to give Puneeth Sirs family, friends and his ocean of fans the strength to cope with this irreplaceable loss. #RIP #PuneethRajKumar #Gentleman #actor #loss #cannotunderstand #soyoung pic.twitter.com/U8RyOJdFMu— dulquer salmaan (@dulQuer) October 29, 2021
Shocked, saddened and in loss of words. ????#PuneethRajkumar pic.twitter.com/I6thuUN8K1— Tamannaah Bhatia (@tamannaahspeaks) October 29, 2021
Unable to digest…. My dear #PuneetRajkumar Garu was one of the warmest & most genuine person I have met .My deepest condolences to his family & fans.. ! We will miss you a lot dear brother!!????????— Ram Charan (@AlwaysRamCharan) October 29, 2021
Priya Anand, who is known for films like English Vinglish, Fukrey wrote, “The nicest person I’ve had the honor of crossing paths with… My Raajakumara,” and left a broken heart emoji along with her tweet.
The nicest person I've had the honor of crossing paths with… My Raajakumara ????— Priya Anand (@PriyaAnand) October 29, 2021
Actress Lakshmi Manchu tweeted, “OMG!!!!!!!! Nooooooo. This can’t be true! How can this be? My deepest condolences to the family. May your soul rest in eternal peace. Gone too soon ???? #PuneethRajkumar”
OMG!!!!!!!! Nooooooo. This can’t be true! How can this be? My deepest condolences to the family. May your soul rest in eternal peace. Gone too soon ???? #PuneethRajkumar— Lakshmi Manchu (@LakshmiManchu) October 29, 2021
Urvashi Rautela wrote that she always wanted to work with him. Her post read, “May your soul rest in peace. Gone too soon Broken heart #PuneethRajkumar. When i did my first Kannada film always wanted to work with him…”
May your soul rest in peace. Gone too soon ???? #PuneethRajkumar. When i did my first Kannada film always wanted to work with him…— URVASHI RAUTELA???????? (@UrvashiRautela) October 29, 2021
Boney Kapoor tweeted, “Deeply shocked to know of the sudden demise of
@PuneethRajkumar A powerful actor who won the hearts of people with his incredible body of work. Condolences to the family #RIP #Gonetoosoon #PuneethRajkumar.”
Deeply shocked to know of the sudden demise of @PuneethRajkumar A powerful actor who won the hearts of people with his incredible body of work. Condolences to the family #RIP #Gonetoosoon #PuneethRajkumar pic.twitter.com/YuP08U2t8E— Boney Kapoor (@BoneyKapoor) October 29, 2021
Here is how the film fraternity reacted:
Heartbreaking!!!#PuneethRajkumar ???? pic.twitter.com/WcZQBEtqwC— Raj & DK (@rajndk) October 29, 2021
Ahh Noooo .. Gone too soon my dear Appu. I’m shattered .. Heart broken .. not fair #BlackFriday #PuneethRajkumar— Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) October 29, 2021
I just can’t process this!! Such a passionate ,warm and humble human being !! this is so tragic . Deepest condolence to his family .may his soul rest in peace ???? #PuneethRajkumar— Hansika (@ihansika) October 29, 2021
I cannot process this. Cannot believe you've left us Puneeth. Kind, gifted, fearless…so much to give to the world. This is not fair brother. Heartbroken.— Siddharth (@Actor_Siddharth) October 29, 2021
Shocked and deeply heartbroken to hear this terrible news! We will all miss you dear Appu. You will live in our hearts forever! My condolences and prayers for the family to deal with this deep pain. #rip #PuneethRajkumar— Vivek Anand Oberoi (@vivekoberoi) October 29, 2021
GONE- one of our KINDEST, NICEST AND NOBLE soul. I don’ know what I am feeling . I am feeling so devastated. Brother you have left us very confused and heartbroken. The heavens are brighter today. I am still hoping this is not true . ???????????????????????????????? pic.twitter.com/7wjXZzk0ND— Ranganathan Madhavan (@ActorMadhavan) October 29, 2021
Cricket Virender Sehwag also offered his condolences.
Saddened to hear about the passing away of #PuneethRajkumar . Warm , and humble, his passing away is a great blow to Indian cinema. May his soul attain sadgati. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/YywkotiWqC— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) October 29, 2021
Having spent the last decade living in Bangalore, there's a far better understanding of how colossal a loss the passing away of #PuneethRajkumar is. May his family and everyone else grieving, find strength. ????— Sunil Chhetri (@chetrisunil11) October 29, 2021
Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of #PuneethRajkumar. It comes as such a shock. My deepest condolences to his family and all his fans. May his soul rest in peace. ???????????????????????? pic.twitter.com/IXqw1xPAxF— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) October 29, 2021
Rakul Preet Singh took to Instagram Stories and wrote, “Still can’t beleive it.
Puneeth was the son of matinee idol Rajkumar. He has been a lead actor in 29 films. He appeared in many films as a child actor too. His most notable performances include Vasantha Geetha (1980), Bhagyavantha (1981), Chalisuva Modagalu (1982), Eradu Nakshatragalu (1983), Bhakta Prahaladha, Yarivanu and Bettada Hoovu (1985). He won the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for his role of Ramu in Bettada Hoovu.
He has been dubbed by media and fans as Powerstar.
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