Bengaluru: Bollywood, tollywood actors have expressed their shock over the sudden demise of young and talented actor Puneeth Rajkumar.

Film director Ram Gopal Varma, actors, Anil Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgn, Taapsee Pannu, Richa Chadha, Genilia D’Souza, Ritesh Deshmukh and other prominent actors of Bollywood have expressed condolences the death of Puneeth Rajkumar.

Tollywood actors, Mahesh Babu, Ram Charan Teja, Director S.S. Rajamouli, Jr. NTR and others expressed their shock for the untimely demises of Kannada actor.

Ram Gopal Varma in his tweet said, apart from the shocking tragedy that @PuneethRajkumar‘s sudden death is, it is also a scary and terrifying eye-opening truth that any of us can die anytime.

Mr. Varam said,  Puneeth Rajkumar, fondly called by his fans as "Appu," died on Friday at Bengaluru's Vikram Hospital. He was 46. His untimely death has left Bollywood "shocked" and "extremely sad."

The Kannada superstar was remembered by celebs like Anil Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgn, Taapsee Pannu, Richa Chadha, Genelia D'Souza, Riteish Deshmukh, among others, on social media. "Shocking and extremely sad... #PuneethRajkumar. Sending my heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family," tweeted Anil Kapoor.

Abhishek Bachchan wrote: "Heartbreaking news! Gone too soon. #PuneethRajkumar. My condolences to his family and his fans. You will be missed."

Ajay Devgn mourned the actor-director-singer with these words: "Your legacy will live on. RIP Puneeth. Heartfelt condolences to his family and fans."

Actor Sunil Shetty tweeted that “shocked & shaken beyond belief. I can’t imagine that my dear friend #PuneethRajkumar is no more. Only 46. Gone too soon my superstar friend and a wonderful human being. May God give strength to your family, friends & fans #ripPuneethrajkumar.

Sanjay Dutt offered homage to kind hearted Kannada actor and wrote, “You were the most kindest and the simplest person I've met. The world has lost another gem. My heartfelt condolences to your family and friends. Om Shanti#PuneethRajkumar

Taapsee Pannu's eulogy read: "This uncertainty of life and time is becoming a big teacher. Nothing seems to be too early anymore. Heartbreaking to see it all slip out of the control of our hands."

Richa Chadha retweeted actor Gulshan Devaiah's tribute to Puneeth Rajkumar and the actress wrote: "Unbelievable! Only 46! Big loss to the Kannada industry. Condolences to family and fans. Rest in peace sir." Genelia D'Souza tweeted: "Shockedddd #RipPuneethRajkumar. This is devastating. All the strength and prayers to the family during this difficult time."

Filmmaker Boney Kapoor wrote: "Deeply shocked to know of the sudden demise of Puneeth Rajkumar. A powerful actor who won the hearts of people with his incredible body of work. Condolences to the family #RIP #Gonetoosoon #PuneethRajkumar."

Riteish Deshmukh mourned Puneeth Rajkumar with this tweet: "Deeply saddened and shocked to learn about Sh #PuneethRajkumar's untimely demise. Heartfelt condolences to the family. This is a huge loss, may god give them strength to brave this turbulent time. Rest In Peace."

His wife Genelia Deshmukh tweeted that Shockedddd #RipPuneethRajkumar This is devastating All the strength and prayers to the family during this difficult time

Rakul Preet Singh's tribute read: "This is shocking! At a loss for words...RIP #PuneethRajkumar. strength and condolences to the family."

Adah Sharma beautifully wrote, “Over worked but he still took selfies with alllll his fans and was smiling in all the pictures!He always wanted to put a smile on every1's face,made sure everyone on set was happy.I think that's how he should be remembered.A massive⭐who was so humble.#PuneethRajkumar #powerstar

Anupama Kher wrote” Deeply saddened and shocked by the sudden demise of Indian actor  #PuneethRajkumar! Everybody always had something nice to say about him. Both, as an actor and as a person! It must be so so tough for his family and fans to deal with this loss. Prayers and Om Shanti!!.

"This can't be true! Devastated to hear this. #PuneethRajkumar," tweeted singer Shreya Ghoshal and added: "A humble superstar, so young, at the pinnacle of his life simply left the world. My deepest heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans. Om Shanti."

Tollywood mourns

Ram Charan Teja: Unable to digest…. My dear #PuneetRajkumar Garu was one of the warmest & most genuine person I have met . My deepest condolences to his family & fans.. ! We will miss you a lot dear brother!!

SS Rajamouli: Shocked to hear about Puneeth passing away. Such a young and vibrant personality gone so soon. Met him just a couple of times. But can never forget his hospitality, humble and down to earth nature. My prayers and strength to his family and loved ones.

Jr NTR: Heartbroken! Can’t believe you have gone so soon. Nagarjuna Akkineni: My deepest condolences to the family of Puneeth Rajkumar!! It is shocking and heartbreaking to hear this news!! May his soul rest in peace

Venkatesh Daggubati:  Shocked and pained to see Puneeth gone so soon. He was such a talented and kind soul. My deepest sympathy and prayers to his loved ones.

Rana Daggubati: Gone too soon brother!! Extremely shocked and saddened, Varun Tej Konidela: Shell shocked! My deepest condolences to Puneeth rajkumar sir’s family and fans.. So unfortunate. Om Shanti! Vishnu Manchu: I refuse to believe this. #Puneeth

Mohan Babu M: My heartfelt condolences to Puneeth’s family. Such a young and humble child. I don’t understand God’s way of things sometimes. Sad day for the entire film fraternity. Praying for strength to his family.