Dwarakish Death News Fake: I am Alive Says Veteran Kannada Director

Jul 16, 2019, 13:58 IST

Hyderabad: Veteran Kannada actor and filmmaker Dwarakish death news is fake, the acclaimed director himseld clarified with a video on YouTube on Tuesday.

Death news about the veteran actor started doing the rounds on WhatsApp saying that he had passed away. Clearing the air, director Chaitanya KM said, "This is to clarify once again. Dwarakish sir is fine and well. Please don't allow rumors to spread. [sic]."

Not just that, the director himself came out with a video saying that he is in good health and spirit and has dispelled all rumours and cautioned people on believing them.

He added that with people's blessing and support he is keeping well.

Kannada film fraternity was in a shock when the fake news broke and the clarification gave a breathe of relief to all cinema lovers.

Dwarakish is not just an actor, he is also an director par excellence. Known as Prachanda Kulla by his fans, he directed, acted and produced the movies of legends like Dr Rajkumar and Vishnuvardhan.

He has directed hits like "Mayor Muthanna", "Kulla Agent 000", "Singaporenalli Raja Kulla", "Guru Shishyaru", among others.