SandalwoodPopular production house Hombale Films announced on April 27 that Dr Rajkumar’s grandson Yuva Rajkumar will be making his acting debut with director Santhosh Anandram’s film.Tnm StaffInstagram/ Yuva RajkumarContinuing the tradition of acting in the family, Yuva Rajkumar — the grandson of Kannada icon Dr Rajkumar — is gearing up to star in his first film. He has teamed up with Hombale Films, the production banner that bankrolled the Kgf franchise. The yet-to-be titled film will be helmed by director Santhosh Anandram who is known for films like Rajakumara, and Mr and Mrs Ramachari. Yuva Rajkumar is the son of producer Raghavendra Rajkumar. Sharing the announcement with fans, Hombale Films wrote, ”Legacy continues.. There has always been a special bond between Hombale Films and legendary matinee idol Dr Rajkumar's family. Taking the legacy forward, we are proud to introduce Yuva Rajkumar, the third generation of doddamane as debutant hero in our next movie.
- 4/27/2022
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
Sandalwood ‘Gandhada Gudi’, which is a collaboration between wildlife photographer and filmmaker Amoghavarsha and Puneeth, is set to release in theatres next year.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeLate Kannada star Puneeth Rajkumar’s much anticipated project Gandhada Gudi is gearing up for release. The makers unveiled the teaser of the film on Monday, December 6, on the occasion of his mother Parvathamma Rajkumar’s birth anniversary. According to a report by The New Indian Express, the film captures the adventurous journey of late actor Puneeth. It is a collaboration between wildlife photographer and filmmaker Amoghavarsha and Puneeth Rajkumar. The close to one-and-a-half-minute teaser features Puneeth exploring the forests coupled with spectacular visuals of wildlife. Gandhada Gudi is set to release in theatres next year. “Appu’s dream, an incredible journey, a celebration of our land and its legend. It’s time for the return – Gandhada Gudi in a full-length film,” the YouTube description under the teaser reads.
- 12/6/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
SandalwoodThe event will be attended by members from the Rajkumar family, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai and Sandalwood celebs, among others.Tnm StaffPuneeth Rajkumar/ FacebookMembers from the Kannada film fraternity as well as politicians from Karnataka are gearing up to pay their tributes and to celebrate late actor Puneeth Rajkumar’s life and his contributions to Kannada cinema in a special event on November 16. The three-hour event is scheduled from 3 pm till 6 pm at Palace Grounds in Bengaluru on Tuesday. Titled ‘Puneeth Namana,’ the event is being held by the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (Kfcc) in association with Sandalwood Film Actors’ and Technicians’ Associations. Speaking to Tnm, a source from Kfcc confirmed that the event will be attended by Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai as well as several other ministers and politicians. Everyone from the Rajkumar family will be present at the event. Celebrities from Kannada cinema, as well as from Kollywood and Tollywood,...
- 11/15/2021
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
Puneeth Rajkumar, one of the biggest stars of India’s Kannada-language film industry, died of a cardiac arrest in Bengaluru on Friday. He was 46.
Puneeth was born to Rajkumar, the biggest star of Kannada cinema during his lifetime, and producer Parvathamma Rajkumar.
Under his birth name Lohit, Puneeth appeared in several films as a child actor including “Vasantha Geetha” (1980), “Bhagyavantha” (1981), “Chalisuva Modagalu” (1982) and “Eradu Nakshatragalu” (1983). For “Bettada Hoovu” (1985), now christened Puneeth for the screen, he won India’s national film award for best child actor.
In 2002, Puneeth debuted as a lead actor with “Appu,” and went on to star in several successful films including “Abhi” (2003), “Veera Kannadiga” (2004), “Mourya” (2004), “Aakash” (2005), “Ajay” (2006), “Arasu” (2007), “Milana” (2007), “Vamshi” (2008), “Raam” (2009), “Jackie” (2010), “Hudugaru” (2011), “Raajakumara” (2017) and “Anjani Putra” (2017).
In 2012, he debuted as the host of “Kannadada Kotyadhipati,” the Kannada-language version of the “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” format.
Puneeth was a crowd-pleasing star catering to mainstream audiences.
Puneeth was born to Rajkumar, the biggest star of Kannada cinema during his lifetime, and producer Parvathamma Rajkumar.
Under his birth name Lohit, Puneeth appeared in several films as a child actor including “Vasantha Geetha” (1980), “Bhagyavantha” (1981), “Chalisuva Modagalu” (1982) and “Eradu Nakshatragalu” (1983). For “Bettada Hoovu” (1985), now christened Puneeth for the screen, he won India’s national film award for best child actor.
In 2002, Puneeth debuted as a lead actor with “Appu,” and went on to star in several successful films including “Abhi” (2003), “Veera Kannadiga” (2004), “Mourya” (2004), “Aakash” (2005), “Ajay” (2006), “Arasu” (2007), “Milana” (2007), “Vamshi” (2008), “Raam” (2009), “Jackie” (2010), “Hudugaru” (2011), “Raajakumara” (2017) and “Anjani Putra” (2017).
In 2012, he debuted as the host of “Kannadada Kotyadhipati,” the Kannada-language version of the “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” format.
Puneeth was a crowd-pleasing star catering to mainstream audiences.
- 10/29/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
EntertainmentThe film has been certified with a UA and is gearing up for release on December 21 as planned. Digital Native Puneeth-Rajkumar.jpgDigital NativeThe Puneeth Rajkumar starrer Anjani Putra has been certified with a UA and it is gearing up for release on December 21 as planned. Starring Puneeth Rajkumar in the lead role, the film has Rashmika Mandanna playing the female lead. The others in the star cast of this big-budget movie are Ramya Krishnan, P Ravishankar, Sadhu Kokila, Chikkanna and Mukesh Tiwari. Hari Priya will be making a special appearance in a song in this flick. Directed by A Harsha and produced by Mn Kumar under his banner Mnk Movies and Jayashreedevi Productions, the film is the official remake of the Tamil movie Poojai. Hari had written and directed the Tamil version with Vishal playing the lead role. Puneeth Rajkumar will be reprising his role in the Kannada version. On remaking the film, director A Harsha has been quoted by The Indian Express as stating, “Yes, this is a remake. Except for the basic premise, this film has nothing in similar to the original Tamil film. We have changed the pattern, screenplay, style of this film. When Puneeth sir saw my script, he felt it completely looked like a new film.” Well, from what the director has said, it is evident that he had tweaked the script to suit the tastes of the Kannada audiences. Ravi Basrur has composed music for this flick with Swamy J cranking the camera and Deepu S Kumar editing it. Puneeth Rajkumar’s last release was Raajakumara which hit the silver screens earlier this year. The film was a massive hit and it has upped the expectation levels for Anjani Putra. Director A Harsha has worked with Puneeth’s older brother and actor Shiva Rajkumar in two films – Chingari and Bhajrangi – and both the films have turned out well at the box office. Enanble Notification: NoTNM Marquee: No...
- 12/18/2017
- by Editor
- The News Minute
EntertainmentThe film has been certified with a UA and is gearing up for release on December 21 as planned. Digital Native Puneeth-Rajkumar.jpgDigital NativeThe Puneeth Rajkumar starrer Anjani Putra has been certified with a UA and it is gearing up for release on December 21 as planned. Starring Puneeth Rajkumar in the lead role, the film has Rashmika Mandanna playing the female lead. The others in the star cast of this big-budget movie are Ramya Krishnan, P Ravishankar, Sadhu Kokila, Chikkanna and Mukesh Tiwari. Hari Priya will be making a special appearance in a song in this flick. Directed by A Harsha and produced by Mn Kumar under his banner Mnk Movies and Jayashreedevi Productions, the film is the official remake of the Tamil movie Poojai. Hari had written and directed the Tamil version with Vishal playing the lead role. Puneeth Rajkumar will be reprising his role in the Kannada version. On remaking the film, director A Harsha has been quoted by The Indian Express as stating, “Yes, this is a remake. Except for the basic premise, this film has nothing in similar to the original Tamil film. We have changed the pattern, screenplay, style of this film. When Puneeth sir saw my script, he felt it completely looked like a new film.” Well, from what the director has said, it is evident that he had tweaked the script to suit the tastes of the Kannada audiences. Ravi Basrur has composed music for this flick with Swamy J cranking the camera and Deepu S Kumar editing it. Puneeth Rajkumar’s last release was Raajakumara which hit the silver screens earlier this year. The film was a massive hit and it has upped the expectation levels for Anjani Putra. Director A Harsha has worked with Puneeth’s older brother and actor Shiva Rajkumar in two films – Chingari and Bhajrangi – and both the films have turned out well at the box office. Enanble Notification: NoTNM Marquee: No...
- 12/18/2017
- by Editor
- The News Minute
While Jr Ntr is hogging the limelight with his new avatar playing the Bigg Boss host, sources are rife with the news that he is eyeing the remake of the Kannada blockbuster Raajakumara that had Puneeth Rajkumar playing the lead role.
The buzz is that the Tollywood star is impressed with the film and with it scoring a century at the box office, he is keen on starring in its remake.
The buzz is that the Tollywood star is impressed with the film and with it scoring a century at the box office, he is keen on starring in its remake.
- 7/20/2017
- by TNM NEWS
- The News Minute
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