Puneeth Rajkumar legacy continues to inspire as Raj B. Shetty reveals a never-before-heard story of Appu’s humility during the promotion of his debut film. In this exclusive video from BTF Productions, Raj B. Shetty explains how the Power Star invited a group of newcomers from Mangaluru to his home and promoted their film Ondu Motteya Kathe via Facebook Live in 2017.

With the recent news of Puneeth Rajkumar’s blockbuster “Akash” returning to theaters in 4K remastered version on March 13, 2026, this video serves as a timely reminder of why the actor remains the “King of Hearts” in Sandalwood. Raj B. Shetty, currently promoting his massive multi-starrer “45” alongside Shivarajkumar and Upendra, gets emotional while discussing the support he received when he was a complete stranger to the industry.

Video Highlights:

How Puneeth Rajkumar supported small-budget Kannada films.
Raj B. Shetty’s emotional tribute during his Kerala promotional tour.
The impact of Appu’s humility on the next generation of filmmakers.
Details on the upcoming Akash 4K re-release for Appu’s birth anniversary.

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