Post by : Rameen Ariff

Veteran Kannada actor and theatre artist Raju Talikote passed away at the age of 62 due to a heart attack while shooting a film in Udupi, Karnataka. The actor was admitted to Kasturba Hospital early Sunday morning following health complications and could not survive after an angioplasty procedure. His family confirmed the sad news, and his last rites will be held in Chikkasindagi village, Karnataka.

Raju Talikote, known for his work in theatre and Kannada cinema, is survived by his two wives, two sons, and three daughters. His son revealed that Talikote had previously suffered a heart attack but was unable to recover from this recent one.

Tributes have poured in from the film and political community. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar expressed deep sorrow, calling Raju Talikote’s death a huge loss to the Kannada film industry and prayed for peace for his soul. Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar also mourned the actor, calling him an irreplaceable talent in theatre and cinema.

Born in 1963, Raju Talikote grew up in a family of theatre artists and continued the legacy of his parents who were associated with the ‘Shriguru Khasgateshwara Natya Sangha’ troupe. Despite personal hardships, including the death of his parents and leaving school early, he made a mark in both theatre and films.

Talikote debuted with the Kannada film Hendathi Andare Hendathi and appeared in several successful films including Manasare, Pancharangi, Rajadhani, Lifeu Ishtene, Alemari, Myna, and Topiwala. He also participated in Bigg Boss Kannada Season 7, gaining popularity among television audiences.

Raju Talikote’s contribution to Kannada cinema and theatre will be remembered for years to come.

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