Rakesh Poojary, Kannada television personality and comedian, passes away at 34-OxBig News Network

Rakesh Poojary; while winning Comedy Khiladigalu Season 3 in 2020
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Kannada television personality and comedian Rakesh Poojary, best known for winning Comedy Khiladigalu Season 3, tragically passed away at the age of 34 in the early hours of Monday (May 12). Sources close to the family said that Poojary suffered a sudden cardiac arrest at a pre-wedding ceremony near Udupi.

Actor Shivraj KR Pete confirmed the news on his Instagram, writing, “How do we pray for peace for a soul that brought smiles to so many hearts?”.

Poojary, who was reportedly shooting for Kantara: Chapter 1, passed away while attending the mehendi ceremony of his friend near Udipi, Karnataka. Poojary had even shared a picture from the wedding on his Instagram Stories hours before his tragic death.

Picture shared by Rakesh Poojary hours before his untimely death
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@rakeshpoojary_comedy_kiladi/Instagram

Reports say he was dancing at the event before he suddenly collapsed. The actor was then rushed to a hospital, but the doctors declared him dead.

Fondly called Vishwaroop, Rakesh Poojary hailed from Karkala, Udippi. He was well-known in the Kannada television circuit, especially for winning the third season of the comedy reality show Comedy Khiladigalu. Poojary also appeared in several notable Kannada and Tulu films, like Itu Entha Lokavayya, Pailwan, Ammer Police, and Petkammi.

Since the news of Poojar’s death broke out, several actors, industry colleagues and fans have been expressing their condolences. The actor’s last rites will be performed in his hometown.