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Shiva Rajkumar Speaks About Puneeth Rajkumar's Sad Demise
By: Tupaki Desk | 1 Nov 2021 11:08 AM GMT
The untimely demise of Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar has come as a rude shock to the entire South Indian film industry. The star actor sadly passed away on the 29th of October after suffering a severe heart attack. He was immediately rushed to the hospital after complaining of uneasiness and despite the best efforts from the medical team, Puneeth couldn't be saved. His untimely demise drove the Kannada cinema industry into a state of deep shock. The final rites were carried out on the 31st of October with full state honors as Puneeth's mortal remains were laid to rest.
For the first time after Puneeth's passing away, his elder brother Shiva Rajkumar spoke with the media and opened up about the kind of relationship he shares with his beloved brother. "I am 13 years older than Puneeth. I might be his brother but I always saw and treated him like my son. He is an integral part of my life. But all of a sudden, he has passed away and driven us into a state of shock. I am still unable to comprehend the fact that he is not with us anymore. His demise greatly pains me. He was a warm soul and used to spread positivity wherever he was. Our family is yet to come to terms with Puneeth's passing away. But that is how life is. We have to gain courage and move on. Puneeth's memories will always remain with us and we will cherish them for the rest of our lives," Shiva Rajkumar said.
Shiva got emotional while speaking about his deceased brother and understandably so. He added that Puneeth's demise has left a huge void in the family and it can never be fulfilled. Shiva Rajkumar's heart-touching speech about Puneeth received a thumping reception from Puneeth's fans and followers.
Incidentally, Puneeth's family held a pooja ceremony at Kanteerava stadium today. Fans were allowed to enter the stadium only after the family completed the pooja ceremony. Pos which, Shiva Rajkumar spoke with the media and opened up about Puneeth's passing away. The entire state of Karnataka paid rich tributes to Puneeth.
For the first time after Puneeth's passing away, his elder brother Shiva Rajkumar spoke with the media and opened up about the kind of relationship he shares with his beloved brother. "I am 13 years older than Puneeth. I might be his brother but I always saw and treated him like my son. He is an integral part of my life. But all of a sudden, he has passed away and driven us into a state of shock. I am still unable to comprehend the fact that he is not with us anymore. His demise greatly pains me. He was a warm soul and used to spread positivity wherever he was. Our family is yet to come to terms with Puneeth's passing away. But that is how life is. We have to gain courage and move on. Puneeth's memories will always remain with us and we will cherish them for the rest of our lives," Shiva Rajkumar said.
Shiva got emotional while speaking about his deceased brother and understandably so. He added that Puneeth's demise has left a huge void in the family and it can never be fulfilled. Shiva Rajkumar's heart-touching speech about Puneeth received a thumping reception from Puneeth's fans and followers.
Incidentally, Puneeth's family held a pooja ceremony at Kanteerava stadium today. Fans were allowed to enter the stadium only after the family completed the pooja ceremony. Pos which, Shiva Rajkumar spoke with the media and opened up about Puneeth's passing away. The entire state of Karnataka paid rich tributes to Puneeth.
