On late Sandalwood icon Dr Rajkumar’s birth anniversary, many of his fans and celebrities from the film fraternity have posted heartfelt wishes and posts about the actor. Sharing a throwback photo, Tollywood star Chiranjeevi mentioned that he has learnt an important lesson from him. Recounting the invaluable influence Dr Rajkumar has had on the actor’s life, Chiranjeevi wrote “Greatness lies in Simplicity! Greatest lesson #Annavaru ever taught me through his words and deeds. Invaluable influence he has been in my life. Fondly remembering Dr.Rajkumar on his birth anniversary! A True #BangaradaManushya.” (sic)
Greatness lies in Simplicity! Greatest lesson #Annavaru ever taught me through his words and deeds. Invaluable influence he has been in my life.Fondly remembering Dr.Rajkumar on his birth anniversary! A True #BangaradaManushya https://t.co/vVrFgYUpaB pic.twitter.com/lERInPRySO
— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) April 24, 2021
Dr Rajkumar’s son, popular actor Puneeth Rajkumar sung a song as a tribute to his father, marking his birth anniversary on April 24. With images of the late actor, the heartwarming video has garnered positive responses from fans, who are also widely sharing the track.
ಅಪ್ಪಾಜಿ ಅವರ ೯೨ನೆ ಜನ್ಮದಿನದ ಪ್ರಯುಕ್ತ ನಮ್ಮ ಒಂದು ಪುಟ್ಟ ಕಾಣಿಕೆ. pic.twitter.com/k5KdzNBvkL
— Puneeth Rajkumar (@PuneethRajkumar) April 24, 2021
Former cricketer Vinay Kumar, who played in the Indian Premiere League for Royal Challengers Bangalore, took to Twitter to wish the legendary actor on his birth anniversary. “Remembering the Padma Bhushan, Karnataka Ratna, Dr. Rajkumar on his birth anniversary. The legendary actor and a role model to many. Wishing you a very happy birth anniversary sir. #DrRajkumar,” the tweet
Remembering the Padma Bhushan, Karnataka Ratna, Dr. Rajkumar on his birth anniversary. The legendary actor and a role model to many. Wishing you a very happy birth anniversary sir. #DrRajkumar pic.twitter.com/4t6nlYc9yz
— Vinay Kumar R (@Vinay_Kumar_R) April 24, 2021
The award-winning actor’s fans have also been circulating a Common Display Picture (CDP) to commemorate his birth anniversary.
ಕನ್ನಡ ನಾಡು-ನುಡಿ ಜೀವಂತವಿರುವ ತನಕ ನೀವು ಅಜರಾಮರ
— APPU Fan Hospete ❤ (@AHospete) April 23, 2021
ಕನ್ನಡ = ಡಾ. ರಾಜ್ಕುಮಾರ್
Presenting the Birthday CDP of Dr. Rajkumar, the Numero Uno of the Indian Film Industry and the most versatile actor that the world has ever seen!
Tag:#ದೇವತಾಮನುಷ್ಯ_ಡಾ_ರಾಜ್_ಉತ್ಸವ#ಅಣ್ಣಾವ್ರು92 @PuneethRajkumar pic.twitter.com/9fXnLcrztw
Many of his followers have also taken the opportunity to praise Dr Rajkumar for his simplicity and kindness. Sharing a clip from one of Dr Rajkumar’s interviews, a fan wrote, “A man with Golden heart and the first example for Simplicity #DrRajkumar My Icon.”
A man with Golden heart and the first example for Simplicity ❤️ #DrRajkumar My Icon pic.twitter.com/5Ble8a01Uv
— AppuJaggi (@AppuJaggi) April 23, 2021
Remembering Late Kannada Matinee Idol , Padmabhushana Dr.Rajkumar Garu On his 92nd Birth Anniversary#ದೇವತಾಮನುಷ್ಯ_ಡಾ_ರಾಜ್_ಉತ್ಸವ#DrRajkumar pic.twitter.com/J1EVRYMg6l
— Rajesh Bhogavalli #KomaramBheem (@SOseetarama) April 23, 2021
Remembering #DrRajkumar on his birth anniversary. A great actor,human being who led a simple life and role model to common man.#rajkumar #karnataka. pic.twitter.com/xBSirLAtj7
— Manish Kulkarni (@manishkulk) April 24, 2021
A Padma Bhushan awardee, Dr Rajkumar was one of the most cherished actors of the Kannada film industry. He made a mark with his immense cultural contribution to the Kannada-speaking diaspora as an actor as well as a playback singer. Known for his humility and kindness, Dr Rajkumar acted as the leading man in over 100 films. Dr Rajkumar was also honoured with the Karnataka Ratna award.