Kannada film stars remember KS Nisar Ahmed

The demise of poet and writer Dr KS Nisar Ahmed came as a big shock to Kannadigas. The film industry, like everyone else, has savoured the works of the poet, especially Nityotsava that is often dubbed as the state anthem. The shocking news had many people top stars in the industry sharing their obituaries. Here are a few:
Ramesh Aravind
He was a force in Kannada literature. His Kurigalu sir kurigalu refering to herd mentality of public became first title of our superhit sir comedy series. He was very cordial and warm to me whenever I met him in filmi functions. I will always remember him in suit and tie.
Upendra
Senior literary figure and the creator of Nityotsava, KS Nisar Ahmed is no more. This is a big loss to the literary world.
Puneeth Rajkumar
Nisar Ahmed, the man who gave us Nityotsava, is no more. His contribution to literature remains immortal.
Sudeep
We Kannadigas, who learned to love our language immensely from you, are blessed. Every day will be a festival with your works.
Rakshit Shetty
Every artist starts his journey with inspirations but in this process he should explore himself. Only when he understands himself, he can come up with an art which is truly his... I can never forget these words from you. Thank you for inspiring many of us.