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India Today
5 days ago
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- India Today
Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj dies at 34 after battling jaundice
Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj, 34, died on Tuesday morning at a private hospital in Bengaluru. The actor had been undergoing treatment for jaundice for several weeks. He was known for his intense performances in the Kannada film industry, particularly in action his father's death, Santhosh remained unmarried and lived with his mother. Santhosh faced a personal setback in 2022 when he lost his father. Anekal Balaraj died in a road accident in Santhosh's career was closely tied to his father, Anekal Balaraj. The late film producer was a notable figure in the industry. He played an instrumental role in his son's career. Anekal launched Santhosh with 'Kempa' in 2009. Santhosh played the lead role in this action drama, which revolved around rural significant role for Santhosh was in the 2015 film 'Ganapa'. This film earned him acclaim for his ability to portray gritty characters. Some of his other films include 'Olavina Ole' and 'Janma'.The actor gained further recognition with the 2017 film 'Kariya 2', which was also his last film. Directed by Prabhu Sirinivas, the film was a sequel to the 2003 hit film 'Kariya' starring Darshan. The film is produced by Anekal Balaraj's production company, Santosh Enterprises. 'Kariya 2' revolved around a local goon who was killed by his lover after she suspected him of murdering her father. The film further solidified Santhosh's place in the Kannada film industry. It opened with mixed to positive reviews. However, Santhosh's performance was well-received by audiences.- Ends
Time of India
5 days ago
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- Time of India
Santhosh Balaraj, Kannada Actor from 'Kariya 2', Dies at 34 Due to Jaundice Complications
Santhosh Balaraj, a rising star in Kannada cinema and son of late producer Anekal Balaraj, tragically passed away on August 5, 2025, at the age of 34. He succumbed to complications from jaundice after weeks of illness, passing away in the ICU of a private hospital in Bengaluru. Santhosh was best known for his roles in 'Ganapa' (2015) and 'Kariya 2' (2017), both of which showcased his talent in intense action roles. His untimely demise has left the Sandalwood film industry and fans in deep sorrow. Read More
Indian Express
5 days ago
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- Indian Express
Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj dies at 34 due to jaundice-related complications
Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj passed away on Tuesday morning around 9:30 am at Apollo Hospital in Kumaraswamy Layout, Bengaluru. According to The Week, the actor died following complications related to liver and kidney issues that led to severe jaundice. He was 34 years old. Santhosh had been admitted to the hospital about a month ago and was undergoing treatment for his condition. He was re-admitted after falling seriously ill and was shifted to the intensive care unit. The report states that the actor contracted jaundice due to liver and kidney complications. His health deteriorated further, and he eventually slipped into a coma as his organs failed to recover. Santhosh was the son of renowned film producer Anekal Balaraj, best known for bankrolling the 2003 hit film Kariya, which starred Darshan in the lead role. Anekal Balaraj passed away in a road accident in 2022. Following his father's demise, Santhosh remained unmarried and continued living with his mother. On the professional front, Santhosh began his acting career with Kempa in 2009. He later went on to star in two more films, Olavina Ole (2012) and Janma (2013). He received acclaim for his performance in the romantic drama Olavina Ole, which also starred Neha Patil in the female lead. The film revolved around the sensitive subject of honour killings. However, it was his performance in Ganapa (2015) that brought him fame. Directed by Prabhu Srinivas, the film's plotline bore similarities to his father's production, Kariya. Ganapa was a success at the box office.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
Mohit Suri on why he decided to step away from Aashiqui 3 but made Saiyaara: 'No sequel pressure, star cast, numbers'
Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj, 34, died at Apollo Hospital in Bengaluru after battling liver and kidney complications from jaundice. Known for intense roles in films like Kariya 2, he was the son of late producer Anekal Balaraj and passed away Tuesday morning.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj dies at 34 after suffering from jaundice
Sandalwood actor Santhosh Balaraj, aged 34, passed away on Tuesday morning at Apollo Hospital in Kumaraswamy Layout, Bengaluru. He breathed his last around 9:30 AM, following complications related to liver and kidney issues that led to severe jaundice, according to a report by The Week. The actor had been admitted to the hospital last month and was under intensive care as his health condition worsened. Santhosh Balaraj was the son of late producer Anekal Balaraj, who launched his career in films. Santhosh had slipped into coma Initially hospitalised for jaundice, Santhosh had shown signs of improvement but was readmitted after his condition deteriorated. Reports earlier this week confirmed that his health had turned critical and that he had slipped into a coma. Despite receiving treatment in the ICU, his organs failed to recover. About Santhosh Balaraj Santhosh was known for his intense performances in films such as Kariya 2, Kempa, Ganapa, Berkeley, and Satya. He was the son of late Kannada film producer Anekal Balaraj, a notable figure in the industry. Santosh's breakthrough role came with Ganapa, which earned him recognition for portraying gritty, realistic characters. His entry into cinema was closely tied to his father's work. His father launched him with Kempa (2009), the Kannada action drama was his debut. The film showcases rural conflict and emotional intensity. Anekal, who had produced the hit film Kariya starring Darshan, took his son in the film's sequel, Kariya 2, thereby cementing Santosh's place in the industry. The action drama directed by Prabhu Sirinivas was a hard-hitting action thriller, liked by the audience. Santosh was known for his rugged on-screen presence and ability to portray intense, action-driven characters with depth. Tragedy had previously struck the family in May 2022, when Anekal Balaraj lost his life in a road accident. He was fatally injured after being struck by a speeding motorbike while crossing the road, suffering a severe head trauma.
