Karnataka man dies by suicide, cites actor Yash's journey, urges change in parenting A 21-year-old man died by suicide in Karnataka's Shivamogga after posting a WhatsApp note. He cited student pressure, warned against online mental guidance, and urged parents to support children's talents and career choices. AdvertisementShivamogga youth dies by suicide, WhatsApp note urges parents to ease pressure, reform education system, citing Yash’s journey. Sagay RajUPDATED: Jan 7, 2026 14:00 ISTA 21-year-old man in Karnataka’s Shivamogga died by suicide after posting a WhatsApp death note, police said. The deceased, identified as Rakesh, a degree graduate preparing for competitive examinations, was found hanging at his residence in Kaisodi village in Soraba taluk. In his death note, Rakesh referred to Kannada actor Yash’s life journey as shared on the television show Weekend With Ramesh. advertisement In the episode, Yash shared his account of bunking classes, entertaining classmates, his love for performing , early struggles, and eventual rise to fame. In the note, Rakesh wrote that talent and ability matter more than luck, and that success comes when individuals are allowed to pursue what they genuinely like. He also called for reforms in the education system, stating that excessive expectations and comparisons burden students from a young age.“Parents should not impose their ambitions on children.
