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From Tunisha Sharma to Pratyusha Banerjee: TV celebs who died by suicide at a young age

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Dec 25, 2022, 14:44 IST
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From Tunisha Sharma to Pratyusha Banerjee: TV celebs who died by suicide at a young age

These TV celebs’ sudden demises left everyone in shock as they died by suicide. These young promises took their life after battling hard with personal, financial issues and also when their poor mental health took better of them. Take a look at these TV celebs who passed away at a young age.

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Tunisha Sharma, 20

Alibaba fame Tunisha Sharma died by suicide at the age of 20. The actress hanged herself on the sets of her show inside co-star Sheezan Khan’s make up room. Currently, the police have arrested Sheezan in abetment of suicide. Reportedly, her mother claimed that she was in depression and the FIR reports state that she was in tension after break-up and took this shocking decision.

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Vaishali Takkar, 30

On October 16, 2022, Vaishali Takkar, who became well-known for her roles in the TV series Sasural Simar Ka and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata, was found hanging in her Indore apartment. According to reports, the 30-year-old actress left a message behind. According to police, her former partner Rahul Navlani and neighbour was harassing her. The actress was supposed to tie the knot and looking forward to a new life but her decision to quit life had shocked her close friends and family

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Pratyusha Banerjee, 24

Pratyusha Banerjee’s demise on April 1, 2016 had sent shockwaves in the industry. The 24-year-old was found hanging in her Mumbai Oshiwara residence. One of the main factors that motivated her to take this drastic action was her turbulent on-off relationship with her then partner Rahul Raj Singh. Additionally, there were claims of domestic abuse and physical violence in the relationship. The post-mortem report by Banerjee suggested an early pregnancy. The actress apparently desired marriage and motherhood.

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Sejal Sharma, 26

Sejal's apartment is where she was reportedly found hanging. The actress wrote in her note that nobody should be held responsible for her death because it was entirely her choice. The actress, 26, said in her note that she was having trouble finding work and had consequently become depressed.

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Kushal Punjabi, 42

Talented actor Kushal Punjabi, a well-known name in the Bollywood and television industry, died by suicide on December 26, 2019. The 42-year-old was depressed, died by suicide. All were shocked to learn of his passing awat, including his fans and family.

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Manmeet Grewal, 32

'Aadat Se Majboor' actor Manmeet Grewal, 32, died by suicide due to financial crisis and was in depression as he had no money to fulfill his basic expenses. Manmeet was under extreme stress as there was no work due to the lockdown and the cops stated that he owed people money and many of his projects were halted due to the lockdown.

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Preksha Mehta, 25

Crime Patrol actress Preksha Mehta, 25, died by suicide at her residence in Indore on May 25 in 2020. Reportedly, the actress went into depression due to no work during lockdown. She had returned to her hometown due to the spread of coronavirus in Mumbai. Preksha's last message on Instagram read, "Sabse bura hota hai, sapnon ka mar jaana."

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Kuljeet Randhawa, 30

Actress-model Kuljeet Randhawa (30) died by suicide by hanging herself in Juhu apartment and left a note stating that she could not cope up with life's pressures. She died on February 8, 2006.

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Sushant Singh Rajput, 34

On June 14, 2020, Pavitra Rishta actor allegedly died by suicide at his Bandra home. Sushant Singh Rajput, 34, was depressed and cut communication with most of his known people. His Instagram posts often spoke about his mom, the void in his life due to the absence of his mother, astronomy, education and a lot more things.

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If you decided to really commit suicide, take the monster like Sallu, Aditya Thakeray and others out first before you commit. Don't leave these monster so other have to follow you.
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