Who was Rakesh Poojary? The comedian who passed away at the age of 34; here’s all you need to know

Comedian Rakesh Poojary from Karnataka passed away at the age of 34 due to a heart attack. The news of his sudden demise has left his close ones from the industry and fans deeply shocked. The disheartening incident took place on May 11 when he was at a friend’s mehendi event.According to the reports, Rakesh collapsed at 2 a.m. and was immediately taken to the hospital.Rakesh Poojary is best known for his work in the show Comedy Khiladigalu. He made an appearance in season 2 of the show, and his fun personality quickly won the hearts of the audiences. His team was the runner-up in the 2018 show. That wasn’t all for Rakesh, as he was once again seen on the show in 2020, with a new season. This time Rakesh won the show and made a name for himself nationwide.The comedian and actor has won hearts from movies like Pailwaan and Idu Entha Lokavayya, as well as in Tulu films such as Petkammi, Ammer Police, Pamman the Great, Umil, and Illokkel. His comic timing and fun personality were something that fans admired a lot.Fans have taken to social media to express their grief, posting emotional tributes and sharing clips from Rakesh’s most iconic performances. Many described him as a “pure soul” and a “born entertainer” who brought laughter to countless lives. The comments sections of his last social media posts have turned into a space of mourning and remembrance.See more: 'Kantara' star Rishab Shetty remembers late co-star Rakesh Poojary: 'You left a deep impact on our hearts'