Updated on: 17 March, 2024 10:32 PM IST |Sudheesh SK
Celebrating Puneeth Rajkumar’s legacy, Jackie movie was re released for his 49th birth anniversary. Here are some of the interesting facts about Puneeth Rajkumar
Puneeth Rajkumar was born on March 17 1975 and stepped into the spotlight at a tender age and he made his acting debut as a child artist in the movie Premada Kanike in 1976 at the age of six and he showcasing his innate talent even in his formative years. Puneeth's talent and dedication to his craft have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the National Film Award for Best Child Artist for his performance in the film Bettada Hoovu at the age of six
Puneeth Rajkumar is not just a celebrated actor but also an accomplished playback singer, television presenter and producer. His versatility across different domains of the entertainment industry showcases his multifaceted talent and passion for creativity and Puneeth is not just a proficient actor but also a gifted singer and he has lent his voice to numerous hit songs in Kannada cinema and winning the hearts of audiences with his melodious tunes and Puneeth's influence transcends the realms of cinema and making him a cultural icon in Karnataka
Puneeth Rajkumar, a renowned actor in the Kannada film industry was known for his versatility and charisma. His acting career spanned over 13 years during which he earned a massive fan following. He was one of the highest paid actors of his time, reflecting his success and popularity. Puneeth’s roles often resonated with the youth, earning him the title of a Youth Icon and Puneeth delivered several commercially successful films such as Appu in 2002, Abhi in 2003 and Veera Kannadiga in 2004. He was not only one of the most famous Kannada celebrities but also one of the highest paid actors of Kannada cinema
Beyond his contributions to the entertainment industry, Puneeth is actively involved in various philanthropic endeavors and he has been associated with several charitable organizations and initiatives. Actor Puneeth reportedly has 26 orphanages, 15 free schools, 16 old age homes, 19 Goshalas for all who are below poverty and his commitment to giving back to society and making a positive impact on peoples lives. Puneeth was the founder and owner of the music label PRK Audio and post his eye donation, Narayana Nethralaya recorded 85000 pledges within one year as against 65000 pledges in 28 years
Puneeth enjoys a massive fan following, especially among the youth, who admire him not only for his acting prowess but also for his down to earth persona and philanthropic efforts. His films often carry socially relevant messages, resonating with audiences and contributing to positive societal change and he has emerged as a youth icon, inspiring many with his work ethic and dedication to his craft and Puneeth Rajkumar was a fitness enthusiast and a good badminton player and taking notice of Puneeth’s appeal and popularity among the youth, he was picked to receive the Youth Icon Award at the South India International Movie Awards and Puneeth’s legacy continues to inspire the youth and especially in the Kannada film industry
