Tributes paid to Rajkumar on his 97th birth anniversary in Kalaburagi
On the occasion of the 97th birth anniversary of the legendary actor late Rajkumar, fans paid heartfelt tributes through soulful renditions of his iconic film songs, many of which were originally sung by the actor himself.
The event was organised on Thursday at the Kannada Bhavan in Kalaburagi under the joint auspices of the district administration, the Department of Information and Public Relations and the District Kannada Sahitya Parishat.
Singers Kiran Patil and Kaveri Hiremath captivated the audience by performing film songs made popular by Rajkumar.
The musical tribute began with Jenina Holeyo, Haalina Maleyo, Sudheyo Kannada Savi Nudiyo… from the film Chalisuva Modagalu.
The programme continued with hits such as Karedaru Kelade Sundarane from Sanadi Appanna, Hridayadali Idenidu Nadiyondu Oodide from Devatha Manushya, and O Priyatama Karuneya Toreya from Kavirathna Kalidasa.
A special mention was the popular number Bombe Heluthaithe, Matte Heluthaithe Neene Rajakumara from the movie Rajakumara featuring Puneeth Rajkumar, the son of Rajkumar.
Speaking at the event, Protocol Tahsildar Pampayya from the Deputy Commissioner's office highlighted Rajkumar's unwavering dedication to Kannada films noting that he never acted in films of any other language, a testament to his deep love for Kannada. 'His children too have followed his footsteps, making significant contributions to Kannada films,' he said.
District Kannada Sahitya Parishat president Vijayakumar Patil Tegalatippi described Rajkumar as not merely an actor but a symbol of Karnataka's cultural pride.
'He was a beacon during the Gokak agitation and remains an inspiration through his language loyalty and contributions,' Mr. Tegalatippi remarked.
The event also saw the presence of Dattappa Saganur, Assistant Director of the Department of Kannada and Culture, D.K. Rajaratna, Ravi Miraskar from the Information and Public Relations Department, Shivraj Andagi from Kannada Sahitya Parishat and Raghavendra V. Kulkarni and Dharmanna Dhanni from Dr. Rajkumar Fans Association.
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