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From Puneeth Rajkumar to Bullet Prakash; Kannada actors who passed away at a very young age

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Oct 29, 2021, 17:10 IST
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​Kannada actors who passed away at a very young age

The sudden demise of Power Star Puneeth Rajkumar has taken the Kannada entertainment industry by shock. Fondly known as Appu, the actor died on October 29 after suffering a massive heart attack. The actor was just 46. The Kannada industry lost many gems at very young actors in the past, a look...

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​Puneeth Rajkumar

Powerstar and TV host Puneeth Rajkumar passed away at the age of 46 after suffering a massive heart attack on Friday (October 29). The actor was admitted to a private hospital in Bengaluru. His mortal remains will be kept at Kanteerava Stadium to enable fans and well-wishers to pay their last respects.

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​Mebina Micheal

Kannada reality show Pyate Hudgeer Halli life season 4 winner and model Mebina Micheal died in a road accident on Tuesday (May 26) evening. The reality star was just 22. Mebina along with her two friends was on their way to Somarpet in a car. According to reports, the accident occurred at around 4.30 pm on Devihalli National Highway 75 in Mandya district.

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​Jayashree Ramaiah

Kannada actress and former Bigg Boss Kannada contestant Jayashree Ramaiah was found dead at a rehabilitation center in Bengaluru on January 25 afternoon. According to reports, Jayashree, who was battling depression, died by hanging herself. Jayashree was nearly at her 30's when she passed away.

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​Hemashree

In a shocking turn of incident, this evergreen actress Hemashree was brought dead to the hospital. She was 30 years old. Reports showed that there were traces of chloroform in her body. However, the actual cause of her death is still unsolved. Rumours were rife that Hema was unhappy with her marriage; she lost in the elections, and there were allegations of prostitution against her too.

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​VJ Chandan

The young host-actor VJ Chandan, who was working for a music channel, died in a road accident near Harihara of Davangere in May, 2018. Chandan was just 34 when he met with an accident. He is survived by his wife and a kid.

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​Bullet Prakash

Popular Kannada actor-comedian and Bigg Boss Kannada season 2 fame Bullet Prakash passed away at 44. The actor had been suffering from liver ailment over the past few months and was reportedly admitted to a private hospital in Bengaluru.

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