Sandalwood

An FIR targets JETLAG Restobar in Rajajinagar for a post-movie celebration surpassing legal hours. Police issued notices, including to Sandalwood figures like Darshan and Tarun Sudhir, for an extended hearing. Most recipients, reportedly abroad, face the legal aftermath of the late-night event breaching regulations, drawing attention from authorities and sparking a probe.

Veteran Kannada actress Hema Chaudhary battles brain hemorrhage at Baptist Hospital, Bangalore. With a vast career spanning 180+ films, her condition remains critical as fans pray for her recovery. Hailing from Hyderabad, she's also an acclaimed Kuchipudi dancer.

In a poignant moment for Sandalwood, the veteran actress Leelavathi bid farewell to this world at the age of 86. Leelavathi breathed her last on Friday at a hospital in Nelamangala, marking the end of an era in Sandalwood. The iconic actress, who had graced the silver screen for decades, succumbed to age-related ailments after being bedridden at her home.

Sandalwood star Pooja Gandhi's impending marriage with Bengaluru-based Vijay, set for November 29, stirs excitement. Known for mastering Kannada and her roles in Kannada cinema, her transition from a Punjabi-origin actress to marrying a Kannadiga garners admiration statewide. Originally from Meerut, Pooja's journey in Kannada cinema, notably "Mungaru Male," earned her widespread acclaim.

Rukmini Vasanth, also known as Putti, who gained popularity among Kannadigas with her role in the movie "Sapta Saagaradaache Ello," is currently busy with consecutive film projects. She recently starred beside Golden Star Ganesh in the film"Baanadariyalli," and recently shared a photo on social media, expressing her love for idly. She has garnered attention for her acting skills and charming smile, with a promising career in the Kannada film industry, including an appearance alongside Shivarajkumar in "Bhairati Rangal" and a role in Sree Murali's film "Bagheera."

Notable figures like actor Doddanna joined protests in the Cauvery water dispute, emphasizing its collective nature and historical importance. Meanwhile, Mahesh Rudramuni symbolically protests the water release to Tamil Nadu. Critics call for a fair representation of Karnataka's water situation to resolve the dispute.

Various personalities from the Kannada film industry, including actors, directors, actresses, and producers, have joined the Karnataka bandh in protest of the Cauvery water dispute. A press conference was held at the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce on Crescent Road in Bengaluru to express their support for the protest. The statewide bandh, initiated by pro-Kannada organizations and farmer unions, has seen protests across various parts of Karnataka. Vatal Nagaraj, a pro-Kannada activist, called for this protest. The Sandalwood Actors and Crew board has also backed the bandh and protest, announcing the postponement of all scheduled shootings and no release of Kannada movies on September 29. This protest comes amidst ongoing tensions and disputes related to the release of Cauvery River water to Tamil Nadu.Photo credit - Veeramani, Suresh, Ravi. Kannadaprabha.

Rishabh Shetty will star in the high-budget 'Kantara 2,' with a lavish Rs. 100 crore production, as confirmed by Raj B Shetty. He also discussed his own film 'Toby,' releasing in Malayalam on September 22. 'Kantara 2' is in the writing stage, with Shetty undergoing a transformation for his role.

Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa apologizes to Karnataka media after a two-year conflict, emphasizing the media's role in promoting cinema. The apology follows a meeting led by producer Rock Line Venkatesh to bridge the gap between Darshan and media. Darshan expresses guilt and seeks unity for the progress of Kannada cinema.

Kannada actor Ananth Nag celebrates 50 years in film, discusses career, memories, and brother Shankar Nag in an interview. Emphasizes balanced diet, vegetarianism, and natural forgetfulness in life. His contributions span acting, directing, and more, leaving a substantial impact on Kannada cinema and culture.