On Sunday, we all heard the tragic news of the demise of Kannada actor Chiranjeevi Sarja. Chiranjeevi Sarja was quite a popular name in the Kannada Film Industry and in a career spanning over 11 years, he’s been a part of 20 films. He made his debut with the film Vayuputra in 2009 which even earned him several accolades and awards for his debut performance. Overall, one can say, it’s a tragic end to what had the potential to be a promising career going forward. We all know about Chiranjeevi’s popular films that did wonders at the box office. Today, we reveal to you some unknown facts about the late Chiranjeevi Sarja which might leave you shell-shocked.

1) Chiranjeevi Sarja is the grandson of the legendary antagonist actor Shakti Prasad.

2) Before becoming an actor, Chiranjeevi Sarja has worked as an Assistant Director for many films.

3) Not many know that despite having many offers from Bollywood and Kollywood, Chiranjeevi chose to make his debut in Sandalwood because that has always been his wish.

4) 4 out of his 22 films have been remakes of other actors

5) Not many know this but Chiranjeevi Sarja was inspired to become an actor from a very young age after seeing movies of his grandfather.