Puneeth Rajkumar passes away: Dulquer Salmaan, Mahesh Babu & other South celebs pay heartfelt tribute

On October 29, an unexpected and shocking doorbell rang in the south film industry as Kannada Superstar Puneeth Rajkumar passed away at the age of 46. He was rushed to Vikram Hospital in Bengaluru after suffering a massive cardiac arrest while working out in the gym in the morning. However, despite the doctor's attempts, the actor couldn't survive.

The entire South industry is in complete state of shock and the fans of Puneeth are in irreplaceable loss as they have gathered in thousands in front of the hospital. From Tollywood to Sandalwood, Celebrities from the film industry are fondly remembering the Kannada actor and paying heartfelt tribute. 

Mahesh Babu, Dulquer Salmaan, Priya Anand, Tamannaah Bhatia, Chiranjeevi, and many other celebs bid their goodbyes with heartfelt tributes to the Powertsar of Sandalwood, Puneeth Rajkumar. 

Heartbroken
Will always miss you my brother. #PuneethRajkumar

Shocking and Heart breaking to know that Puneeth is no more. It is a huge loss for the film fraternity. My deepest condolences to Puneeth's family and loved ones.

My dearest brother #PuneetRajkumar Garu is one of the most warmest people ever. He not only successfully took the legacy forward of his late father Rajkumar Garu with his acting but also with his kindness.
My deepest condolences to his family & diehard fans
You will be missed

So shocked. Rest in peace Puneeth Rajkumar sir. Condolence and prayers to the family

May his Soul Rest in Peace, my Deepest Condolences, May his Family stay Strong @ these testing times

It’s a Big Loss for the Karnataka Movie Industry & a Big Loss for me as Dear Friend

Gone too soon. Condolences to his family, friends & innumerable fans.