On the occasion of Puneeth Rajkumar’s birthday, here’s an exciting update for Appu fans from the Kannada film industry!
Dileep Kumar H.R., who has served as a film media journalist for ten years, worked as a supervisor for films in multiple Indian languages, and contributed as a producer and distributor, has now reconstructed the legendary Skyline Studio of the Kannada film industry. As the founder of the Indian Filmmakers Association, which operates across 14 states, and its National President, he brings with him two decades of extensive experience in the film industry.
Today, in association with Skyline Music, he has unveiled the title of the film Appu Taxi. This film will be directed by Jaggu Sirsi, who has been a writer in Kannada cinema for 20 years and has worked across various sectors of the Indian film industry. Technical expert Sham Ray, who has experience as a Hollywood animated graphics creator, is working on the film, with Ved contributing to the screenplay.
The story revolves around Jeevana Sanchara (Life’s Journey), symbolizing the ideals of Puneeth Rajkumar. The film is based on a true incident where a taxi driver named Appu changed his life through an act of kindness. It also sheds light on the unseen ways in which Puneeth Rajkumar has influenced people’s lives.
Appu Taxi will be made in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, and English. It is set to be a Hollywood-standard Indian film in terms of technical aspects. This movie will not only be a celebration for cinephiles and Appu fans but will also encourage viewers to introspect and reflect on their own lives.
Today, only the title has been unveiled. Many actors from the Indian film industry will be part of the project, and top-notch technicians, known for working on prestigious films, are involved. The film team will reveal more details in the coming days.
Executive producer Dileep Kumar H.R. shared with the media that Appu Taxi is being crafted with utmost dedication and responsibility, aiming for a grand release on March 17, 2026, Puneeth Rajkumar’s birthday. The film’s updates will be shared in phases.
The uniqueness of the title lies in its creative representation within Appu’s portrait, a testament to director Jaggu Sirsi’s artistic vision. Appu Taxi is set to be one of the most promising films of the year, proving that Puneeth Rajkumar will always live on in the hearts of his fans.
