The Hindu

‘Appu’ re-release: How an anti-hero film propelled the rise of Puneeth Rajkumar in Kannada cinema

In 2002, before the release of Puneeth Rajkumar’s debut film Appu, journalist Ravi Belagere whipped up a storm with his cover-page article in his popular tabloid Hai Bangalore. Writing about the buzz ...
The Hindu

‘Appu’ re-release: Theatres witness festive atmosphere as fans cheer for Puneeth Rajkumar

Kannada film Appu, released on April 26, 2002, catapulted its debut hero Puneeth Rajkumar to stardom. The film was re-released on March 14, s a part of the late actor’s 50th birth anniversary ...
Indiatimes

Puri Jagannadh pays tribute to Puneeth Rajkumar as ‘Appu’ gears up for grand re-release

Puneeth Rajkumar's debut film as a lead actor, 'Appu', is set for a grand re-release across Karnataka on March 14, 2025, to honor his 50th birth anniversary. Directed by Puri Jagannadh, 'Appu' was a ...
The New Indian Express

Puneeth Rajkumar’s debut blockbuster Appu to re-release on His 50th Birth Anniversary

As a tribute to the late Puneeth Rajkumar, his debut film Appu is all set to re-release in theaters on March 14, 2025, to celebrate his 50th birth anniversary. This re-release marks a special occasion ...