**Raju Talikote** (born Rajesaba Maktumasab Yankanchi, 1962/63 – October 13, 2025) was a well-known Indian Kannada actor and comedian. He began his career in stage shows before becoming a film legend renowned for his comedy. Talikote also participated in season 7 of the reality TV show *Bigg Boss Kannada*. He acted in numerous Kannada films such as *Punjabi House* (2002), *Manasaare* (2009), *Pancharangi* (2010), *Lifeu Ishtene* (2011), and *100* (2021), establishing a significant presence in Kannada cinema. He passed away at the age of 62 due to a heart attack while shooting a film in Udupi on October 13, 2025. His death was widely mourned, including tributes from prominent figures like Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Raju Talikote left behind his actor-wife Prema, two sons, and three daughters[2][1][4][3].
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2.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/who-was-raju-talikote-from-stage-shows-to-film-legend-kannada-comedian-dies-at-62/articleshow/124549206.cms
3.https://www.deccanherald.com/india/karnataka/dharwad-rangayana-director-actor-raju-talikoti-dead-3763172
4.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raju_Talikote
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1.https://www.republicworld.com/entertainment/celebrities/kannada-actor-raju-talikote-dies-at-62-due-to-heart-attack-during-film-shoot-karnataka-deputy-cm-dk-shivakumar-pays-tribute
2.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/who-was-raju-talikote-from-stage-shows-to-film-legend-kannada-comedian-dies-at-62/articleshow/124549206.cms
3.https://www.deccanherald.com/india/karnataka/dharwad-rangayana-director-actor-raju-talikoti-dead-3763172
4.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raju_Talikote
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