Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar got hospitalised at Vikram Hospital in Bengaluru on Friday and has been receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). According to reports, the popular actor, who is called as 'Power Star' by his ardent fans, suffered a heart attack, with the news sending shockwaves among fans and the Sandalwood industry. One of the leading actors in Kannada cinema, Puneeth's health condition is said to be quite serious and is reportedly in a critical stage. Puneeth's brother Shivarajkumar and his daughter Niveditha and members of the iconic actor Dr Rajkumar's family have rushed to the hospital. 

Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, who is close to Dr Rajkumar's family, also visited the hospital to check on Puneeth Rajkumar. Likewise, Crazy Star Ravichandran and reputed Kannada film producers Jayanna and K P Sreekanth are  also in the hospital, as per latest reports. The state government has deployed additional police personnel near the hospital premises and the residence of Puneeth as many fans in a state of panic have begun to throng to learn about his health condition. Fans of the superstar are praying for the actor and his recovery and many have taken to social media to wish him to walk out of the hospital in good health. 

Initially, Puneeth Rajkumar was expected to watch his brother Shivarajkumar’s Bhajarangi 2, which is releasing today in theatres and had earlier attended the film's pre-release event. On the work front, Puneeth who was last seen in Yuvarathnaa earlier this year, had been shooting for his upcoming film James, and is also attached to KGF makers Hombale Films' Dvitva next.