On the 50th birthday of actor Puneet Rajkumar, the leading Kannada television channels have shared their memories that they had all these years and it has been posted on their official social media pages today. He is fondly called as ‘Appu’ and will always remain an irreplaceable name in Kannada Film Industry. Though he left the world too soon his legacy continues to shine and on this special occasion leading Kannada TV channels paid heartfelt tributes.
Late Puneeth was born into the legendary Rajkumar family and began his career as a child artist with an expressive facial emotions. For which he won the most prestigious National Award for the 1985 movie ‘Bettada Hoovu’. He made his debut as a leading actor in 2002 movie ‘Appu’ and over the years he transformed as the successful actor and earned the title ‘Power Star’ for his charismatic screen presence, impeccable dancing skills, and ability to connect with audiences across generations.
Beyond his blockbuster hit movies, Puneeth was a beloved television host in the successful reality shows of Kannada TV channels ‘Kannadada Kotyadhipati’ (Colors Kannada) and ‘Family Power’ (Star Suvarna) which showcased his warmth and humility further endearing him to viewers. On his 50th birthday anniversary, Kannada TV channels including Colors Kannada, Star Suvarna, Udaya TV and Zee Kannada aired special programs revisiting his finest performances, heartwarming interactions with fans and his philanthropic work. The clips of his humble nature, cheerful conversations, and commitment to social causes flooded screens and social media leaving fans emotional.
He is not just an actor but a force of positivity to all the Kannadigas and his fans across the states. Though he is no longer physically present, his kindness, talent and larger-than-life persona continue to live on, making every memory of him a cherished one.
