Puneet Rajkumar was one of the biggest stars of Kannada cinema. Known as Appu across Karnataka, Punith earned a huge fan base and was a family favorite hero. Representative actor, Dr. Rajkumar’s son, and the brother of Kannada superstar, Shiv Rajkumar, Punyath lived for the great heritage of his family and established themselves as a bole -friend.

Although Punith received immense love and support from the audience as a child artist, the way he emerged as a prominent actor showed his real ability as a star. After debuting as a lead in 2002, his career spread for nearly two decades, with several demonstrations that exposed his versatility.

Five Punith Rajkumar Performance that demonstrates their limits:

Rajkumara (2017)

Directed by Panthosh Ananddram and produced by Vijay Kirgandur’s Homebell Films, the film became the most Kannada film ever after its release. Puneet Rajkumar was known as a full package. He could act, dance, sing, do stunts, and was on-screen attraction to mesmerize the audience. The film made full use of his skills, and the box-office milestone was the result.

Take a look at the trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9yh9hcomlo

Arasu (2007)

A love story of an upcoming age directed by Mahesh Babu, Arasu depicted Punith as a bad son of a business tycoon, which, leaving his legacy to learn the value of money, on a challenge. Punith’s portrayal of the character of Punith hit the right balance between ignorance and innocence, liking him despite his flaws.

Take a look at this music video that shows Punith’s ignorant side from the film:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enwxbljnb744

Jackie (2010)

Directed by the world Sori, known for bringing a raw and rustic touch to cinema, Jackie became the highest grossing Kannada film of the year. Punith played the role of a mischievous youth, a mischievous young man, Janaki Ram alias Jackie, who gets entangled in a series of events beyond his control, yet the results. The film was re -released in 2024 on Punith’s birth anniversary.

Take a look at the trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nh7czyoo8

Earth (2010)

One of the most critical films of Punith’s critics, Prithvi, told the story of an IAS officer posted as District Collector of Bellary. Directed by Jacob Varghese, the film distracted from the traditional mass hero template. It was one of the several risks that Punith took in his career, and his portrayal by a non-habitation officer earned widespread praise.

God (2011)

His most popular film among the youth, God, was directed by Yograj Bhat and was shown to Punith in a fresh and unique light. His spontaneous attraction and non -good attitude mixed with Bhat’s signature story stories. Although the film decreased at the box office, it was considered ahead of its time and has since gained the position of the cult among the fans.

Here is a song that describes the soul of the film:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjbl08PV0P0

Films like Akash, Milan, Veera Kannadiga, Abhi, and Appu played an important role in the rise of Puthe’s superstardam. However, whatever was different, it was his desire to experiment. He never limited himself to the roles of the formula, continuously pursuing his artistic boundaries by discovering various styles.

While his filmography includes some remakes, Punith always brought his unique touch in every role, which makes the characters feel authentic. To mark his 50th birth anniversary, his first film as a prominent actor, Appu, was re -released, received huge response from fans.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=znrdjsslq2a

A star like Punith Rajkumar is irreplaceable in the Kannada film industry, which leaves a void behind after he passes. It remains to be seen whether the future generations may rise to the level of Punyad Rajkumar and his contemporaries, who still rule the top of Kannada cinema.