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Pink Villa
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Fact Check: Is Rishab Shetty starrer Kantara Chapter 1 postponed?
Trigger: This article contains a mention of death. Rishab Shetty starrer Kantara: Chapter 1 has been in the making for quite some time, with heavy expectations riding after its impressive first installment. However, rumors exist that it might have been postponed from the original release date. Is there any truth to it? No, the film has not been postponed by the makers, and it is still scheduled to hit the big screens on October 2, 2025. The official date of the movie has been made clear by the makers on multiple occasions. Kantara: Chapter 1 has been making the headlines for some time now, especially after two mournful events took place. Firstly, a junior artist named MF Kapil died on the sets of the film while swimming in a river and drowning. However, the makers later clarified that the actor did not succumb to death on a shooting day, offering their condolences. Just days following the junior artist's death, a co-actor of the film, Rakesh Poojary, who was the winner of Season 3 of the reality show Comedy Kiladigalu, died of a heart attack. His family had underlined that he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest during a mehndi function and was declared dead shortly after. The 33-year-old actor's death was mourned by the makers, including the film's actor-director Rishab Shetty penning a few words for him via his social media handle. Coming to the movie, Kantara: Chapter 1 starring Rishab Shetty in the lead role is set to be the prequel to the actor's own 2022 blockbuster Kantara. The first installment followed the tale of Kaadubettu Shiva, a Kambala champion who is head-to-head with a righteous forest officer. However, as the story unfolds, Shiva starts to realize the true enemy for him and his people, tracing back to his father, a Daiva Kola performer's disappearance, and the secrets behind the legends of Guliga Daiva and Panjurli Daiva. With the prequel film, the movie is expected to dive deeper into the origins of the film and explore the lore in-depth. While Rishab Shetty is returning as lead and director, the rest of the cast is yet to be confirmed.
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First Post
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Rishab Shetty Kantara 2 costar Rakesh Poojary dies of heart attack at 34
Poojary collapsed during a mehendi function and was declared dead shortly thereafter. read more Television actor and comedian Rakesh Poojary, winner of Season 3 of reality show Comedy Kiladigalu, died due to sudden cardiac arrest at a pre-wedding ceremony in Nitte near Udupi, family sources said on Monday. He died on late Sunday night at the age of 34, they said. Poojary collapsed during a mehendi function and was declared dead shortly thereafter. A native of Karkala in Udupi district, Poojary was the son of Dinkar Poojary and Shambhavi. He had garnered popularity for his role in the Kannada television serial Hitler Kalyana and had also acted in several other television and film projects. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The news of his untimely demise has shocked the Kannada television and film fraternity, with several actors and industry colleagues expressing their condolences. His last rites will be performed in his hometown of Karkala, family members said.
Hans India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Actor Rakesh Poojary dies of cardiac arrest at 34 years
Udupi: Popular Kannada television actor and comedian Rakesh Poojary, who rose to fame after winning Season 3 of the reality show Comedy Kiladigalu, passed away on Sunday following a sudden cardiac arrest during a pre-wedding ceremony in Nitte, near Udupi in coastal Karnataka. He was 34. According to family sources, Poojary collapsed unexpectedly while attending a mehendi function, part of the celebrations leading up to a wedding. He was rushed to a nearby medical facility but was declared brought dead. Hailing from Karkala in Udupi district, Rakesh was the son of Dinkar Poojary and Shambhavi. A well-known face in the Kannada television industry, he had earned a significant following for his performance in the popular serial Hitler Kalyana, in which he played a comic supporting role. His comic timing and down-to-earth persona endeared him to viewers across Karnataka. He had also featured in various other television projects and had begun exploring opportunities in cinema. The news of his sudden demise sent shockwaves through the Kannada entertainment industry, with several actors, comedians, and technicians expressing their grief and disbelief. Tributes poured in on social media, with fans and colleagues remembering him as a dedicated artiste and a warm, jovial presence both on and off screen. Television actor and fellow comedian Prashant Siddi, a close friend of Poojary, wrote, 'Gone too soon, Rakesh. Your laughter lit up every set. It's hard to believe you're no more.' In a brief statement, the family said his final rites would be conducted in his hometown of Karkala. The Karkala Town Police have registered a case and are inquiring into the circumstances surrounding the incident, though foul play is not suspected at this time. Poojary's passing once again brings to the fore growing concerns about cardiac health among young entertainers, who often juggle erratic schedules and high-pressure work environments.
Hindustan Times
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kantara 2 actor Rakesh Poojary dies of heart attack at 34, days after junior actor drowned
Television actor Rakesh Poojary, who was the winner of Season 3 of reality show Comedy Kiladigalu, died of heart attack on Sunday. He was 34. As per a PTI report, family sources informed that he died of a 'sudden cardiac arrest', which took place on Sunday evening at a mehendi ceremony in Nitte near Udupi. (Also read: Kantara 2 makers say death of junior artist did not occur on sets of Rishab Shetty film, offer condolences to his family) Rakesh suffered a heart attack during a mehendi function and was declared dead shortly thereafter. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he died late on Sunday night. Rakesh had shared a picture from the pre-wedding ceremony on his Instagram Stories. As per reports, Rakesh had recently completed the shoot of Kantara Chapter 1. The film, which is a prequel to Kantara, stars and is directed by Rishab Shetty. A few days ago, a junior artiste had died by drowning while swimming in the river during his break. The makers clarified that the incident did not occur on the set of the film and offered condolences to the family of the deceased. The news of his untimely death of Rakesh has sent shock waves in the Kannada television and film fraternity. Actor Pruthvi Aambar reacted to the news of his death and wrote on his X account, 'Always with a pure sweet hearted smile , ever loving, and extremely talented artist , you will always remain in our heart , deeply saddened , Rakesh we miss you!' Meanwhile, Comedy Khiladigalu judge Rakshitha took to her Instagram Stories and wrote, "The ever-smiling Rakesha… my fav Rakesha. The most sweetest, kindest, loving person… Namma Rakesha. will miss you mange." She also added, 'Not able to come to terms that I will never be able to talk to Rakesha anymore… comedy khiladigalu is a show very close to my heart, n Rakesha was one person who always stood apart from the rest… The most beautiful person that he was… What a talent n even off camera the most perfect guy I knew… Rakesha u will always live in our hearts and everyone is gonna miss u… ur smile ur mischief n most importantly the happiness u brought into all our lives… Thank u Rakesha.' Rakesh became a household name after he emerged as a winner of Comedy Khiladigalu 3 in 2020.
New Indian Express
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Kannada TV Actor Rakesh Poojary dies at 34
UDUPI: Television actor and comedian Rakesh Poojary, winner of Season 3 of reality show Comedy Kiladigalu, died due to cardiac arrest at a pre-wedding ceremony in Nitte near Udupi, family sources said on Monday. He died on late Sunday night at the age of 34, they said. Poojary collapsed during a mehendi function and was declared dead shortly thereafter. A native of Karkala in Udupi district, Poojary was the son of Dinkar Poojary and Shambhavi. He had garnered popularity for his role in the Kannada television serial Hitler Kalyana and had also acted in several other television and film projects. The news of his untimely demise has shocked the Kannada television and film fraternity, with several actors and industry colleagues expressing their condolences. His last rites will be performed in his hometown of Karkala, family members said.
