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India Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Siddharth Shukla, Sanjay Kapur, and the alarming rise of heart attacks among the young
Heart disease was once thought to be an issue that mainly affected those aged above 60 years. But noticeable deaths of shocking heart attacks and cardiac arrests in recent years of many famous Indian actors, singers, comedians, and directors have raised alarm amongst many in their 30s, 40s, and Shefali Jariwala's post-mortem is still underway, initial reports suggest that the 42-year-old actor may have suffered a massive heart attack on Friday night. These sudden losses shocked fans and devastated families. Experts have warned that increasing stress, irregular lifestyles, poor diets, and unrecognised medical issues may help to explain how heart disease has now also established itself amongst youth. Here's a look at other such instances when young, seemingly healthy hearts gave out too soon.1. Actor Sidharth Shukla (1980–2021)The Bigg Boss 13 winner and popular TV actor died suddenly on September 2, 2021, at just 40, due to cardiac arrest.2. Actor Puneeth Rajkumar (1975–2021)A much-loved Kannada actor and philanthropist, Puneeth Rajkumar passed away at the age of 46 on October 29, 2021, after a heart attack.3. Singer KK (Krishnakumar Kunnath) (1968–2022)The acclaimed singer died on May 31, 2022, at 53, after a live performance in Kolkata, reportedly due to a heart attack.4. Director/Producer Raj Kaushal (1971–2021)Raj Kaushal, known for his work in films and ads, died on June 30, 2021, at 50 following a cardiac arrest.5. Comedian Raju Srivastav (1963–2022)The famous comedian suffered a heart attack while working out in August 2022 and passed away weeks later, on September 21, at 58.6. Actor/Director Satish Chandra Kaushik (1956–2023)A versatile actor, director, and writer, Satish Kaushik died of a heart attack on March 9, 2023, at 66.7. Actor Siddhaant Vir Surryavanshi (1975–2022)The television actor died tragically at 46 on May 19, 2022, after collapsing during a workout in a gym.8. Actor Chiranjeevi Sarja (1984–2020)The Kannada film star passed away at just 35 on June 7, 2020, due to cardiac arrest, shocking the entire industry.9. Comedian Vivek (1961–2021)A popular face in Tamil cinema, Vivek died on April 17, 2021, at 59, after suffering cardiac arrest.10. Actress Madhubala (1933–1969)One of Bollywood's most iconic actresses, Madhubala, died at only 36 because of heart-related complications.11. Businessman Sanjay Kapur (1971–2025)A prominent businessman and social figure, Sanjay Kapur, passed away due to a heart attack at loss of these young talents serves as a stark reminder that heart disease does not discriminate based on age or outward fitness. Losing their lives at such a young age highlights the importance of raising awareness about the hidden health risks that can affect even those who appear to be in peak condition.- EndsTune InMust Watch advertisement
India Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Shefali Jariwala dies at 42: Actor made Kannada debut in Puneeth Rajkumar's film
Television actor and model Shefali Jariwala died at her Andheri residence on Friday night. Her body has been taken to Cooper Hospital in Mumbai for postmortem. Her friends, family and fans have expressed their shock upon hearing the news of her death. Apart from television shows and serials, she also appeared in a Kannada film titled 'Hudugaru'.Shefali, who rose to fame with the 'Kaanta Laga' music video, appeared in a handful of films, television shows and serials as well. She made a special appearance in the Kannada film, 'Hudugaru', which starred the late actor Puneeth set the dance floor on fire with her foot-tapping steps in the peppy number titled 'Pankaja' from Puneeth Rajkumar's 2011 film. Music director V Harikrishna, Mamta Sharma and Naveen Madhav lent their vocals for this dance number. 'Hudugaru' is a Kannada remake of the Tamil hit film, 'Naadodigal', which featured Sasikumar, Vijay Vasanth and Bharani in lead roles. The Kannada version was headlined by Puneeth Rajkumar, who shared screen space with Srinagar Kitty, Yogesh and Radhika Friday night, Shefali Jariwala was rushed to the hospital after she was found non-responsive at their home. She was declared dead at the hospital. Her body was then taken to Cooper Hospital for the preliminary examination, a Mumbai police official told ANI , "Her body was found at her residence in the Andheri area. Mumbai Police received information about this at 1 am. Her body has been sent to Cooper Hospital for postmortem. The cause of death is not yet clear."Shefali Jariwala was 42 years old.- Ends
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Are Kannada movie re-releases working?
Over the past year, there's been an increase in Kannada films making theatrical comebacks. From A, Upendra, Om, Kariya, Appu and Cynaide to Dr Rajkumar and Dr Vishnuvardhan classics Gandhada Gudi and Krishna Nee Begane Baaro, this trend is filling screens in an otherwise hit-starved industry. As re-releases of these classics and cult hits flood theatres, the question remains — is nostalgia and hit factor enough to bring in the audience to watch a movie? Here's a look: OF FAN HYPE AND FOOTFALLS 'While some new releases have managed to draw in the crowds, it's been a struggle for exhibitors to command a full house. We need footfalls, and when faced with a dry run, re-releasing an old film with a strong base usually guarantees such a win,' shares Jayanth Gowda, senior floor in-charge of a multiplex chain. Films which star bigger actors like Shivarajkumar, Puneeth Rajkumar or Darshan get great attention and viewership in theatres. Recently, one such movie that was re-released helped us earn up to `20 lakh as even the new films don't get us this much - Kushal Veeresh, theatre owner BTS OF A RE-RELEASE Karthik Gowda informs that proper planning for a re-release is also important. 'The number of screens are major factors. The pricing of the tickets is also a major factor because nobody wants to pay a premium for a film that is re-releasing,' he points out. SOME RE-RELEASES WIN, WHILE OTHERS SIMPLY FIZZLE OUT While some re-releases see impressive returns, with fans showing up in large numbers, others merely fade after the morning show. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like These Are The Most Beautiful Women In The World Undo 'Not every re-release has the capacity to run for weeks,' says Sudheendra Venkatesh, a film PRO. A distributor, on condition of anonymity, shares that not every hit deserves a re-release. Film proudcer Karthik Gowda adds, 'A fair amount is spent by the teams when they replay it; like paper ads, digital publicity and posters because promotions become important as it's a film they have already watched and we have to lure them back to watching it. " When we re-released Jackie for Puneeth Rajkumar's birth anniversary, we did so in 150 theatres, and the release was well-timed - Karthik Gowda, film producer and distributor THE X FACTOR What works: ● Star fandom (especially Puneeth Rajkumar, Darshan, Upendra) ● Limited access online or rare cult status ● Occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or death anniversaries ● Fan-organised events and theatre bookings What doesn't: ● Overexposure on TV or OTT ● Poor quality prints ● Lack of on-ground promotion ● Outdated themes The re-release of Upendra, to mark the film's 25th anniversary, showed the current generation the glory of Uppi and the cult status he held. The makers spent `25 lakh and recovered `2.5 crore with the re-release - Rajat Gowda, member of RT Nagar Upendra Fans Association We had spent around `14-15 lakhs to re-release Cyanide across Karnataka in 70 screens, but we did not make a lot of profit, even though it brought in great numbers when it released in 2006. The reason I feel our film couldn't reach the masses is that there were films with bigger stars releasing around the same time, which grabbed more attention – AMR Ramesh, director of Cyanide
Pink Villa
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Late Puneeth Rajkumar's daughter Drithi Rajkumar shares moments from her graduation ceremony: 'Start of a new beginning'
Trigger Warning: This particular article contains information regarding death of an individual. Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar remains one of the most beloved actors in the film industry. Now, his children are carrying forward his legacy and doing wonders in their own lives. Recently, his daughter Drithi Rajkumar took to her Instagram handle to share adorable pictures from her graduation ceremony. In the first photo, Drithi Rajkumar is seen wearing a saree paired with a red overcoat and a white sash draped around her neck. She also wears a graduation cap, completing the ceremonial look. She shared multiple photos in her attire, capturing and enjoying the special moment. Drithi also posted a video where she is seen hugging her mother, Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar, and her sister, Vanditha Rajkumar. Sharing the post, Drithi wrote, "Start of a new beginning." Soon after, fans of Puneeth Rajkumar became emotional and filled the comment section with heartwarming messages. "Appa will be happiest today. Congrats Drithi ma," read one comment, while another said, "Congratulations, always your cheerleader." Take a look at the post below: Drithi Rajkumar is the elder daughter of late Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar and his wife Ashwini. Both sisters, Drithi and Vanditha, usually maintain a low profile and are rarely seen in the media, making appearances mostly during important family occasions. Meanwhile, Puneeth Rajkumar was the youngest son of the legendary actor Dr Rajkumar. He married Ashwini in 1999, and the couple was blessed with two daughters. On October 29, 2021, Puneeth's sudden death left the nation in grief. As per reports, he passed away in Bengaluru after suffering a cardiac arrest while working out at the gym. His untimely demise deeply impacted fans and the film fraternity alike. Following his passing, Puneeth's final movie, Gandhada Gudi, was released in 2022 as a tribute to his legacy.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
With splash of colour, volunteers clean up black spot in ‘no man's land' in Bengaluru
1 2 3 4 Bengaluru: What was once a massive garbage dumping zone near Sri Srinivasa Theatre Road in Padmanabhanagar has now been transformed into a vibrant and artistic stretch, thanks to around 150 civic-minded youngsters who gave up their Sunday holiday to turn the black spot into a beautiful community 200-metre stretch had become a chronic dumping site, with debris covering nearly half the road and causing inconvenience to residents and commuters. BBMP officials, overwhelmed by the recurring mess in what is considered a "no man's land" between Kumaraswamy Layout and Padmanabhanagar wards, sought help from the volunteer group Youth for Parivarthan for a long-term beautified stretch runs from Sri Srinivasa Theatre Road to Sri Prasanna Ganapathi Subramanya and Anjaneya to Amith Amarnath, founder and president of Youth for Parivarthan, volunteers and BBMP staff spent about eight hours cleaning, scrubbing, and painting the wall with portraits and mandala art. The team included students and working professionals."While our NGO has done such beautification projects for a long time, BBMP contacted us specifically for this location. The wall belonged to a recently closed factory. As no one maintained it, people began dumping garbage along the footpath. Even though BBMP cleaned it daily, trash returned by evening," he the civic personnel cleared the garbage, volunteers scrubbed and painted the wall, repaired potholes, and created portraits of freedom fighters, renowned leaders, and popular Kannada film team used 80 litres of base paint and 12 litres of enamel paint for the footpath edges. With minimal funds and great dedication, they painted portraits of Puneeth Rajkumar, Subhas Chandra Bose, APJ Abdul Kalam, Swami Vivekananda, and others, turning a defaced wall into a tribute to national icons."None of us are full-time workers. We do this on weekends because we believe in giving back to the city," Amarnath HF, head marshal from Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd, said, "Despite several efforts, this remained a blacks pot. Even with regular patrolling, the issue persisted. That's when we asked Youth for Parivarthan to help. Today, the area is clean and garbage-free."
