Kannada actor-producer Dileep Raj dies of heart attack at 47

Mangalore Today News Network

Bengaluru, May 13, 2026: Noted Kannada actor-producer Dileep Raj died in the early hours of Wednesday after suffering a heart attack. He was 47. 

According to family members, the actor-producer suffered a massive heart attack and was rushed to the hospital. However, doctors couldn’t revive him.

Dileep became popular after working with Puneeth Rajkumar in the 2007 film Milana. He played prominent roles in several films, including U-Turn and Boyfriend.

He later turned producer and produced TV serials under his banner DR Creations.

He had enjoyed a widespread recognition by starring as the lead in the popular Zee Kannada serial Hitler Kalyana.

Beyond acting and producing, Dileep was active in theatre and was also a renowned dubbing artist.