Birthday boy Yash's fan attempts self immolation after not being able to meet his idol

On Monday, Kannada actor Yash addressed his fans on social media that he will not celebrate his birthday this time as a mark of respect for the legendary actor Ambareesh, who passed away recently

First Published Jan 8, 2019, 5:48 PM IST | Last Updated Jan 8, 2019, 5:48 PM IST

'Rocking Star' Yash's fan attempted suicide as he could not get an opportunity to meet his KGF hero. The victim is identified as Ravi, a 26-year-old man, who is a resident of Dasarahalli, Bengaluru. He poured petrol to set himself ablaze. Ravi had come to meet his idol, Yash, at his residence in Hosakerahalli. He failed to meet his star, which drove him to take the extreme step. 

The residents immediately came to his rescue and he has been shifted to a private hospital.