PremiumWayanad landslide: Prabhas donates Rs 2 crore to CM’s relief fund
The floods caused landslides, leading to almost 400 deaths and numerous injuries. Prabhas joins other celebrities like Mohanlal in contributing to the Kerala Chief Minister's Relief Fund.
Last Updated: 12.39 PM, Aug 07, 2024
Telugu actor Prabhas is the latest to donate to the victims of the Wayanad floods, which have been wreaking havoc in the state. The Kalki 2898 AD actor has donated a sum of Rs 2 crore to the Kerala Chief Minister's Relief Fund in order to help the victims who have been facing losses due to the landslides.
Prabhas donates to Wayanad Landslide relief
A heavy rainfall on July 30 in the Wayanad district of Kerala prompted a landslide to occur, causing human loss and destruction in the area. As of now, the death toll has neared 400, with many undergoing treatments for their injuries. The rainfall and subsequent landslide have ravaged the district, with many people noted as missing.
The rescue operations are undertaken by the government of Kerala in the district of Wayanad, where the landslides have occurred. Many celebrities have come forward to donate to the relief fund and the latest is actor Prabhas, who has given Rs 2 crore to the Kerala Chief Minister's Relief Fund. Previously, actors Mohanlal, Mammootty, Vikram, Suriya and Karthi have come forth to make their donations.
Mohanlal, who is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Army, visited the affected areas in Wayanad on August 3. He was accompanied by army men to the affected areas while wearing his uniform.
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Prabhas’ projects
Prabhas, who was last seen in the pan-Indian film Kalki 2898 AD, will be next shooting for an upcoming Telugu film titled Raja Saab. It is touted to be a romantic comedy-horror film and will be directed by filmmaker Maruthi. The actor will also be making a special appearance in the upcoming Telugu film Kannappa, which is headlined by Vishnu Manchu.
He also has a film titled Spirit with filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The makers are yet to announced the cast and crew of the film, along with the release date.