Rakesh Poojary Death: Comedy Kiladigalu Season 3 Winner’s Last Instagram Post Will Leave You Heartbroken

Rakesh Poojary Death: Rakesh Poojary, a well-known personality in Kannada television and Tulu theatre, died suddenly at the age of 33 on Monday (May 12), leaving his admirers and the regional arts community heartbroken. Known for his impressive comic timing and lovable screen presence, Rakesh's sudden death has shocked many, especially as he appeared healthy and cheerful just hours before the tragedy.

RAKESH POOJARY ATTENDED FRIEND'S MEHENDI CEREMONY BEFORE DEATH

Hailing from Udupi, Rakesh Poojary had attended a mehndi function in his hometown on Sunday night, where he was seen dancing and enjoying himself with friends and family. Everything seemed normal until the early hours of Monday when he reportedly suffered a sudden drop in blood pressure. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, doctors declared him brought dead, suspecting a cardiac arrest as the cause.

Rakesh, the son of Dinakar and Shambhavi, completed his schooling at Carmel High School in Kemmannu and pursued further education at Milagres College, Kallianpur. He earned widespread recognition through Zee Kannada's Comedy Khiladigalu Season 3, where he not only won the title but also walked away with a trophy and a prize of Rs 8 lakh. His journey to the top began in the previous season of the show, where his team had finished as runners-up.

RAKESH POOJARY LAST INSTAGRAM POST

As news of Rakesh Poojary's sudden and tragic demise continues to shock social media, an outpouring of grief from fans and friends has flooded the internet. Amid the mourning, his final Instagram post has gone viral, adding an emotional layer to the heartbreak.

Just hours before his passing, he reposed a picture from his friend's mehendi ceremony to his Instagram stories. In the photo, he can be seen beaming with happiness as he posed for the camera with his friends.

Take a look at the picture below:

May his soul rest in peace and god gives strength to his family!