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News18
05-08-2025
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Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj passes away at 34
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 5 (ANI): Santhosh Balaraj, who was known for his works in Kannada films, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 34 in Bengaluru. He breathed his last at Sagar Apollo Hospital in Kumaraswamy Layout, Bengaluru. He was admitted to the hospital last month due to Jaundice and was recovering after undergoing treatment. Santhosh was admitted to the hospital again after falling ill and was in the intensive care unit. The actor who was undergoing treatment died today at the hospital. His last rites were performed on Tuesday evening in son of producer Anekal Balaraj, Santhosh began his career with 'Kempa'.In 2009, he played the lead role in his debut movie 'Kempa', produced by his father, Anekal Balaraj.'Kempa', the action drama film, was directed by debutante Jagadish and starred late actor Santhosh and Thanushika. He was also known for his roles in movies like 'Kariya 2' and 'Ganapa'. In 'Ganapa', he played an innocent man forced into lawlessness. 'Ganapa', which was released in 2015, was written and directed by Prabhu Srinivas. It also starred Priyanka Thimmesh. His last film, 'Kariya 2', is a gangster film directed by Prabhu Srinivas starring Santhosh Balaraj in the title role and Mayuri Kyatari in the opposite lead role. It is an unrelated sequel to the 2003 blockbuster Kariya. The movie was released in 2017. (ANI)
News18
05-08-2025
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Kannada Actor Santhosh Balaraj Passes Away At 34 After Bout Of Jaundice
Following his father's footsteps, Santhosh Balaraj took forward the family's cinematic legacy, carving a space for himself in Kannada cinema with a series of impactful performances The Kannada film industry is in mourning following the death of actor Santhosh Balaraj, who passed away on Tuesday morning at the age of 34. Known for his roles in action thrillers like Kariya 2 and Gunpa, Santhosh had reportedly been battling jaundice for several weeks. Despite ongoing medical treatment, his condition worsened and he died at around 9:45 am in a private hospital in Bengaluru. He was admitted to the ICU in his final days. Santhosh Balaraj was widely regarded as one of the rising stars. His sudden death has triggered an outpouring of grief across the industry and among fans, many of whom followed his work closely and believed he was on the cusp of a major breakthrough. He was the son of well-known Kannada filmmaker Anekal Balaraj, who produced the 2003 cult film Kariya, which starred Darshan in the lead role. Anekal Balraj himself had died in a tragic road accident in 2022. Following his father's footsteps, Santhosh took forward the family's cinematic legacy, carving a space for himself in Kannada cinema with a series of impactful performances. Santhosh lived with his mother and was unmarried. Known for his humility and dedication to his craft, his death has come as a shock to friends, colleagues, and fans alike. His breakout role came in 2015 with the film Gunpa, directed by Prabhu Srinivas. The action thriller was a box office success and cemented his image as a dependable lead actor in the genre. Gunpa drew parallels to Kariya, the very film that brought his father fame, both in tone and treatment, and was seen as a symbolic continuation of the cinematic tradition he inherited. Earlier, in 2012, Santhosh starred in the romantic drama Olvin Ole, alongside Neha Patil. Directed by Teshi Venkatesh, the film showcased a different side of his acting range. In 2013, he appeared in Janam, playing the lead role of Kanteerava, a man in love with Kaveri amid fierce family opposition. The film, directed by Chakravarthy, was praised for its storyline and emotional depth. His final appearance was in Kariya 2, a 2017 action gangster film that carried the weight of his father's legacy and his own stardom. Though he had fewer releases in the years that followed, he remained an admired figure in the younger generation of actors. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
05-08-2025
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- India.com
Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj passes away at 34 due to...
Kannada actor Santosh Balaraj passes away at 34 due to... Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj passed away at the age of 34 on Tuesday after battling Jaundice. The actor was best known for his work in films like Kariya 2 and Ganapa . According to reports, the actor had been admitted to the hospital last month following complications related to liver and kidney issues that led to severe jaundice. His health deteriorated despite best medical treatment. Reports, earlier this week confirmed that his health had turned critical and he had slipped into coma. Despite intense care in the ICU, his organs failed to recover. Santhosh was one of the most promising stars the Kannada film industry. He was son of popular film producer Anekal Balaraj , who bankrolled hit films like Kariya , Kariya 2, and Jackpot under their production banner. After his father passed away, Santosh continued living with his mother.
Indian Express
05-08-2025
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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.
The Hindu
05-08-2025
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- The Hindu
Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj passes away at 34 due to jaundice-related complications
Kannada actor Santhosh Balaraj passed away at 34. The actor is survived by his mother. Santhosh breathed his last at a private hospital in Bengaluru. Santhosh rose to popularity with the hit romantic thriller Ganapa (2015), directed by Prabhu Srinivas. The song 'Muddagi Neenu', sung by Sonu Nigam, was a huge hit from the movie. Santhosh is the son of Anekal Balaraj, the man who produced the 2003 blockbuster Kariya. Starring Darshan and directed by Prem, the movie was a gangster drama featuring real underworld dons of Bengaluru. ALSO READ: 'Ganapa': A gangster like any other Santhosh starred in the spiritual sequel to Kariya. The movie was again helmed by Ganapa directed Prabhu Srinivas. Also starring Mayuri Kyatari, Kariya 2 released in 2017.
