Watch | Was Kiran Raj attacked by a lion? Kannada actor clarifies viral video: 'I am fine'
Updated On: 09 September, 2026 12:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Kannada actor Kiran Raj has clarified that he was not attacked by a lion after a video of their close interaction went viral. He said the animal has known him since it was a cub and reassured fans that he is fine

Kiran Raj's recent Lion attack (Pictures via Instagram)
Kiran Raj recently found himself at the centre of concern after a video showing him in close proximity to a lion went viral on social media. Reports and social media posts claimed that the Kannada actor had been attacked by the animal. However, Raj has now clarified that the incident was not a lion attack and assured fans that he is safe.
Kiran Raj's lion video goes viral; here's the truth
The viral clip shows Kiran Raj interacting with a lion at close range. The footage appeared alarming to many viewers, leading to speculation that the actor had been injured during a lion-handling or training session. As the video spread across social media, fans expressed concern about his well-being and began questioning what had actually happened.
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