Shivarajkumaar, Puneeth's brother, made it a point to see his late brother's final film on its opening day in cinemas. Shivraaj was also spotted waving to the crowds in Mysuru after seeing James. Puneeth's spouse Ashwini, on the other hand, is still suffering and has not come to terms with her husband's death. "I just can't," ashwini remarked when questioned if she was going to see the movie tonight. I'm not sure I'll be able to see the movie." We recognise that this process will take and involves a variety of emotions.
"While it has been tough to comprehend his death, seeing the love Puneeth has acquired through his efforts has been extremely overwhelming," she continued. Meanwhile, Shivarajkumaar has voiced for Puneeth's leftovers, describing it being a very tough transition for him to do so while watching his brother on screen. Puneeth's followers and family are experiencing a melancholy day.