Pawan Kalyan's 17-year-old fan, Niranjan, died early on Wednesday, July 8. He was suffering from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). The hashtag 'Pawan Kalyan fan Niranjan passes away' has been trending on social media ever since the news of his demise surfaced.

Pawan Kalyan visited Niranjan's home in Hanuman Nagar, Hanmakonda, Telangana, on June 17, 2026. The actor-politician disregarded all formalities and went to see him despite his extremely hectic schedule as Andhra Pradesh's deputy chief minister.

Pawan Kalyan assisted Niranjan with urgent financial support of Rs. 1 lakh to cover his medical costs, according to Hindustan Times Telugu. He also instructed Telangana Jana Sena leaders to set up a permanent canteen for the family's livelihood.

Additionally, Pawan Kalyan stated that Niranjan will be invited as a special guest at the OG 2 film premiere. And then the 17-year-old boy revealed that he liked puppies. That day, he gifted him a puppy.

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People from both Telugu states were paying their respects and praying for Niranjan's soul to rest in peace. A user wrote, "Heartbreaking news. Niranjan, a young fan of #PawanKalyan who had been courageously battling a rare genetic disorder, has passed away. Om Shanthi."

Another user said, "Heartbreaking. Our little kid Niranjan is no more. Rest in peace, Niranjan. Thank you @pawankalyan garu for fulfilling his last dream." A third user created a special poster to honour the boy and wrote, "Rest in peace #Niranjan," with three heartbreak emoticons.

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Following Niranjan's death, the boy's parents, Ramgopal and Manasa, were inconsolable. The people of Hanuman Nagar honoured Niranjan and comforted his parents.

What Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?

Niranjan has been suffering from the rare genetic condition known as Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) since childhood. The body's muscles eventually deteriorate and stop growing as a result of this illness.

The heart muscles and lungs eventually stop functioning as well. Niranjan suffered for a long time as a result of inadequate medical care. Gabbar Singh finally put an end to this place in a struggle with death. 


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