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Kannada Comedian Rakesh Poojary Dies of Sudden Heart Attack at 33

The Comedy Khiladigalu Season 3 winner collapsed during a Mehendi ceremony in Karkala; police have registered a case of unnatural death.

Actor Rakesh Poojary suffered a heart attack on Sunday and was rushed to a nearby hospital soon after.
Rakesh Poojary's last rites will be performed in his hometown of Karkala
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Overview

  • Rakesh Poojary, a beloved Kannada comedian and actor, passed away at 33 after suffering a heart attack during a private Mehendi ceremony in Karkala, Karnataka.
  • Authorities have filed a case of unnatural death at the Karkala Town Police Station, following standard procedures for unexpected fatalities.
  • Poojary rose to fame through his success on the Kannada reality show Comedy Khiladigalu, becoming runner-up in Season 2 (2018) and winner in Season 3 (2020).
  • He began his career in theatre with the Chaitanya Kalavidaru group and gained early recognition on the Tulu reality show Kadale Bajil in 2014.
  • In addition to television, Poojary acted in Kannada films like Pailwaan and Idu Entha Lokavayya, as well as Tulu films such as Petkammi and Ammer Police.