Girish Karnad dies at 81: Live updates

Veteran actor and playwright Girish Karnad passed away on Monday at the age of 81 from multiple organ failure. He was a recipient of the 1998 Jnanapeeth award for his plays and is famous for his roles in several films and television shows.

Last rites as per Karnad's wish

The last rites of renowned Kannada author and Jnanpithaward winner Girish Karnad will be a low key and private affair including their family members and close friends.

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RIP Karnad: Playwright who championed freedom of speech

Political leaders, theatre personalities and the artistes from the entertainment sphere on Monday condoled the death of Girish Karnad, saying they will miss the brilliance of the iconic playwright-actor-director and his immense contribution to arts and culture.

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Suresh Prabhu on Karnad's death: "Saddened by the news of passing away of Girish Karnad veteran actor, Jnanpith awardee. Condolences to family Om Shanti".

Rahul Gandhi on Karnad's death: "Playwright, actor, director but above all a great human being, in Girish Karnad’s passing India has lost a beloved son, whose memory will live on in the vast treasure trove of creative work he leaves behind. My condolences to his family & fans around the world."

Sitaram Yechury on Karnad's death: Heartfelt condolences on passing away of one of modern India's treasures, Girish Karnad. A writer, dramatist, director and actor par excellence, he stood out for his commitment to social upliftment, equality and secularism. It is a huge personal loss too.

In pictures: Remembering the life and times of Girish Karnad

Girish Raghunath Karnad (19 May 1938 - 10 June 2019), was a prominent Indian actor, film director, Kannada writer, playwright and a Rhodes Scholar, who primarily worked in South Indian cinema and Bollywood. He was awarded India's highest literary honour Jnanpith for this works in Kannada.

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Karnataka shuts govt offices, declares 3-day mourning

Karnataka declared a holiday Monday and will observe state mourning for the next three days to pay respect to Jnanpith-winning playwright Girish Karnad who died early this morning.

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Karnataka shuts govt offices, declares 3-day mourning

Karnataka declared a holiday Monday and will observe state mourning for the next three days to pay respect to Jnanpith-winning playwright Girish Karnad who died early this morning.

Sarbananda Sonowal‏, Assam CM,on Karnad's death: "Saddened to learn about the demise of veteran actor and playwright Girish Karnad. His contribution to the field of theatre and cinema will never be forgotten. My sincere condolences to his bereaved family members, friends and well-wishers."

Siddhartha Basu on Karnad's death: "Sad. A titan of modern Indian theatre, a cultured & distinguished polymath now belongs to the ages. With great conviction, he always stood up & spoke out for enlightened, progressive values. RIP"

PM Narendra Modi on Karnad's death: "Girish Karnad will be remembered for his versatile acting across all mediums. He also spoke passionately on causes dear to him. His works will continue being popular in the years to come. Saddened by his demise. May his soul rest in peace."

Former Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah offers condolences for Karnad's death

Veteran actor and playwright Girish Karnad dies at 81

Veteran actor and playwright Girish Karnad passed away on Monday at the age of 81 from multiple organ failure, multiple reports have said.

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