For Puneeth Rajkumar, being a star meant more than winning hearts on screen.
It meant using his success to make life better for those who needed a helping hand.
The beloved Kannada actor supported 26 orphanages, 16 old-age homes and 19 cow shelters. He also helped establish 45 free schools and sponsored the education of 1,800 students, giving thousands of children a chance at a brighter future.
His kindness extended to people facing difficult times, too.
He donated ₹5 lakh towards relief for North Karnataka flood victims in 2019 and ₹50 lakh to Karnataka's COVID-19 relief fund in 2020.
But perhaps his most moving act of generosity came after his passing in October 2021. Having pledged his eyes during his lifetime, his family's decision to honour that wish helped restore sight to four people.
His time may have been cut short, but the lives he touched continue to carry his kindness forward.❤️
@PuneethRajkumar
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When other states invest in opportunities they make sure that the employment generated goes to the locals or ensure that they are the biggest beneficiaries of the investment. When Karnataka wants to do the same there is so much hue and cry about it. Karnataka shouldn't relent now
Just watched @hd_kumaraswamy trying to claim that the life in prisonment awarded to #PrajwalRevanna revena by the courts is our CM @DKShivakumar fault.
📍If #PrajwalRevanna is innocent, why doesn't Kumaraswamy approach the courts for relief?
📍A former CM, the current union minister trying to normalise one of the gross, horrific crimes committed by his family members is atrocious.
📍 This is the same man who, while investigation of the rapes, kidnaping, tempering of evidence was being committed by his family members claimed that they are two separate families.
📍 Till date Kumaraswamy has not empathised with the victims of atrocities committed by his family member #PrajwalRevana
#gross #entitled
Even Tamil heroes are celebrating #Appu and Kannada Rajyotsava 💛❤️That speaks volumes about his love and respect beyond linguistic boundaries 👍 Honestly, #PuneethRajkumar is the true brand ambassador of Kannada language and culture for this Gez generation ❤️
𝐃𝐊 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐤𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐚 𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐠𝐨𝐯𝐭, 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐚
#Karnataka Chief Minister #DKShivakumar said the #Kannadaflag recognition issue would be raised during the Belagavi Assembly session. The planned legal framework follows the Centre's earlier refusal to approve the state's request.
Read more: https://t.co/iFTGG1Nzgu | @sagayrajp
Even his infectious smile with the warm heart can bring tears to me. The real pain is not his death. But how we all are individually coping after losing him. Every fan is battling this situation and we stand helpless.!��
.@rakshitshetty ಅವರ ರಾಜ್ಯೋತ್ಸವದ ಸಂದೇಶದಲ್ಲೊಂದು ನಿಗೂಢ ಹಿಂಟ್! ಈ #ನವೆಂಬರ್ನಲ್ಲಿ ಸಿಂಪಲ್ ಸ್ಟಾರ್ ಕಡೆಯಿಂದ ದೊಡ್ಡ ಅನೌನ್ಸ್ಮೆಂಟ್ ಫಿಕ್ಸ್ ಅನಿಸುತ್ತಿದೆ. ಅಭಿಮಾನಿಗಳ ಕಾತರಕ್ಕೆ ತೆರೆ ಬೀಳೋ ಸಮಯ ಹತ್ತಿರವಾಯ್ತಾ?
Rakshit Shetty is back with a Rajyotsava message. Will it follow with an announcement ? ಕನ್ನಡ ರಾಜ್ಯೋತ್ಸವದ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು! 💛❤️ @rakshitshetty #KannadaCinema #KannadaRajyotsava
Kannada Rajyotsava greetings! On this auspicious day, remembering the glorious Rashtrakutas, the Kannadiga kings whose Krishna I built the magnificent, rock cut Kailasa temple at Ellora.
#Yuvarathnaa fever all of a sudden 🤯
2 early morning shows at Sandhya and Srinivasa theater already sold out for tomorrow.
2 million record views for kannada version that released on YouTube one day ago.
Sky will be the limit if deleted scenes are released! @hombalefilms 🙏
#OneWordReview...
#Ramayana: SPECTACULAR.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
#JaiShriRam... You haven't witnessed anything as MAGNIFICENT on the #Indian screen before... Scale. Visuals. Emotions. And SOUL – #Ramayana has it all... A truly STUNNING cinematic experience. #RamayanaReview
Does #Ramayana do justice to the timeless epic that holds a special place in the hearts of millions?... The answer is a BIG YES.
Director #NiteshTiwari delivers a cinematic spectacle that celebrates the glory of #Indian culture and the eternal triumph of good over evil... Watertight screenwriting and an engrossing narrative keep you hooked throughout.
You are captivated not merely by the awe-inspiring visuals and monumental scale, but also by the film's soul... That emotional and spiritual connect is what sets #Ramayana apart.
There are several standout sequences that blend visual grandeur with devotion, drama, and deeply moving moments [no spoilers] –
⭐ The sequence between Brahma and Ravana in the beginning, followed by Ravana staking his claim on Lanka.
⭐ The forest fight between Lord Rama and the rakshasas.
⭐ The Sita Swayamvar.
⭐ The deeply emotional pre-interval portion featuring King Dashrath, Kaikeyi, and Lord Rama.
⭐ The action sequence between Ravana and his brother-in-law Vidyutjeev.
⭐ The Shurpanakha episode.
⭐ The Ravana - Jatayu fight on the Pushpaka Vimana.
The songs, composed by #ARRahman, are seamlessly woven into the narrative, complementing the mood and emotional tone of the film.
The background score by #HansZimmer and #ARRahman is terrific... It amplifies the drama, heightens the emotional impact, and lends the narrative a sweeping, larger-than-life quality.
Academy Award-winning visual effects powerhouse #DNEG deserves distinction marks for its phenomenal work... They raise the bar, delivering one of the most breathtaking visual experiences ever witnessed on the #Indian screen.
The action sequences deserve brownie points, too, combining scale, intensity, and spectacle... The production design is equally impressive, creating a world that stands shoulder to shoulder with the best of global cinema.
#RanbirKapoor delivers a remarkable performance, portraying the character with grace, dignity, and quiet strength... His composed demeanour, expressive eyes, and effortless screen presence lend the character an aura of divinity.
#SaiPallavi brings dignity and strength to her role, while her naturalistic performance lends tenderness and warmth to the emotional moments.
#Yash is in superb form... His imposing screen presence and sheer intensity make him a formidable force, lending the antagonist the larger-than-life stature the character demands.
#RavieDubey is excellent... He brings remarkable conviction and sincerity to the role... His earnest portrayal makes the character both engaging and endearing.
#RakulPreet is first-rate, delivering a performance that is sure to make an impact.
A lot has been said and written about #SunnyDeol's presence in the first part of #Ramayana... I won't reveal anything here – just watch the film!
#ArunGovil is perfectly cast... It's wonderful to see him on the big screen after a gap.
#Shobhana is excellent... #LaraDutta is superb... #VivekOberoi makes his presence felt... #SheebaChadha is effective... #AjinkyaDeo is solid.
⭐ Final word? #Ramayana is not merely a film... IT'S AN EXPERIENCE, a film that makes #India proud... An incredible cinematic achievement that is sure to captivate audiences across the world... Watch it on the largest screen possible!
#NamitMalhotra deserves special appreciation for backing a film that matches international standards in scale, visual grandeur, and technical excellence.
Already looking forward to the second part of #Ramayana, which arrives in #Diwali 2028.
I can see Puneeth photo in 8 out of 10 shops I see in Bengaluru. Even Native Bengaluru tamils pour their love towards him ♥️ Respect and love he earned among Karnataka people is unreal ❤️ Wish he lived long.
#PuneethLivesOn