Bengaluru, Oct 13 (IANS) Popular Kannada actor and theatre artiste, 59-year-old Raju Talikote, passed away following a massive heart attack during a film shoot in the Udupi district of Karnataka on Monday.

His original name was Rajesab Maktumsab Yankanchi. Raju Talikote, who was also serving as the Director of Dharwad Rangayana, had earned fame both on stage and in films.

Raju Talikote is survived by two wives, two sons, and three daughters. His son Bharat, speaking to the media, stated Raju Talikote had suffered a heart attack and had been treated earlier. However, this time he suffered another attack and could not be saved.

Bharat said, “Our father had two wives, but all of us have grown up together in harmony.”

The family has informed that the last rites will be held in Chikkasindag

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