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Bengaluru: Kannada film actor Shiva Rajkumar has got his cancerous bladder removed in a Miami-based hospital in the US after surgery, the surgeon who per-formed the operation on him said in a video message. Dr Murugesh Mano-haran also said that an artificial bladder was created using the actor's intes-tine. The surgeon was seen in the video with Karnataka Primary and Secondary Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa and Shivarajkumar's wife Geetha. Geetha is Bangarappa's sister. Later, the actor's family shared a press re-lease stating, "We are pleased to share an update regarding Shivarajku-mar's recent medical procedure. The surgery performed earlier on Wednesday was successful and we are glad to report that Shivarajkumar is now in stable condition and recovering well." Manoharan confirmed that the surgery was success and stated that Shiva-rajkumar's vitals remained stable throughout the operation and during post-operative care. The actor is currently under observation to ensure his con-tinued recovery and well-being, receiving exceptional care from a dedicated team of highly skilled doctors and medical staff, the statement said. The family also extended their gratitude to Shivarajkumar's fans, colleagues and well-wishers for their steadfast support and prayers.
Belagavi (Karnataka) [India], December 17 (ANI): Karnataka's School Education and Literacy Minister Madhu Bangarappa on Wednesday criticised the central government for the name change of the MGNREGA scheme, stating that the names of those who fought for independence must be restored. "We are protesting against the central government's decision, as it goes against democracy. Those who fought for the country's freedom, their names have to be restored..." Bangarappa said. The Karnatka minister noted that the decision made by the Centre should be condemned across the country. "This is a nationa ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The recently released Tamil film Thug Life, starring veteran actor Kamal Haasan, has been facing controversy in Karnataka due to comments made by the actor. At the audio launch of Thug Life, Kamal Haasan said, "Kannada was born from Tamil." This statement sparked widespread outrage among Kannada-speaking communities. If all had gone as planned, Thug Life was scheduled to release in Karnataka by now. However, due to the actor's refusal to apologise, the film has not seen a release in the state. The matter is now pending in court, and a final decision regarding its release in Karnata ...Read More >
Indian actor and comedian Raju Talikote has died. He was 62. Talikote, best known for being a participant of Big Boss Kannada in season 7, died from a heart attack on Monday. According to The Indian Express, he suffered the heart attack on set of a film being shot in Karnataka, India. He was admitted to Kasturba Hospital close to 1:30 AM on Sunday. Despite a successful angioplasty, he died a few hours later. The Dy Chief Minister of Karnataka, D.K. Shivakumar, gave a statement honoring his memory. "It is deeply saddening that renowned theatre actor, comedian, and Director of Dharwad Rangay ...Read More >
Noted Kannada theatre artist and comedian Raju Talikote passed away at the age of 62 after suffering a heart attack at a private hospital in Manipal, Udupi district. Talikote, who was in Udupi for a film shoot, reportedly suffered the cardiac arrest on Sunday night and was admitted to the hospital, where he breathed his last the following evening. His last rites will be held on Tuesday at his native Chikka Sindagi in Sindagi taluk, Vijayapura district, according to sources close to the family. ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 14 (ANI): Actor Shiva Rajkumar expressed his pain over the passing away of legendary actress B Saroja Devi in Bengaluru and recalled his bond with her. While talking to mediapersons, he said, There are a lot of memories, because she has seen me from the time I was born. So there is a lot of bondage with Sarojadevi. I think we cant forget her in a lifetime. He added that she was not just a remarkable actor but also a good human being. Not that she is a superstar, that is secondary. Primary is a very good human being who showed love and affection, like a mo ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Veteran actress B. Saroja Devi (86) passed away at her residence in Malleswaram here this morning owing to age related ailments. Popularly known as 'Abhinaya Saraswati' in Kannada and 'Kannadathu Paingili' in Tamil, Saroja Devi was born on Jan. 7, 1939 to Bhyrappa & Rudramma couple in Bengaluru. She leaves behind her daughter Bhuvaneshwari and son Gautham. Her husband Sri Harsha had predeceased her. Her body will be kept at her Malleswaram residence till tomorrow (July 15) for the public to pay their respects. Last rites will be held at her native village Dashavara in Channapatna ...Read More >
Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce wants Kamal Haasan to apologize. This is regarding his comment about Kannada language. KFCC is ready to meet Haasan to discuss the issue. Haasan's production company sought court protection for his film. They said they won't release the film in Karnataka for now. The court has scheduled another hearing for June 10.If actor Kamal Haasan wants, we can meet and discuss why we want him to render an unconditional apology, said Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC ...Read More >