Lost In Paradise: 16 Celebrities Who Died Too Young Leaving Their Fans In Shock And Grief
The money and fame was perhaps on their fingertips. They had so much more to achieve in their lives, but these celebrities passed away too young and too early leaving a void in the hearts of their fans. Their passing was some of the biggest tragedies and the ripples could be felt across the nation.
?From Sidharth Shukla to Raj Kaushal and Sushant Singh Rajput, here is a list of celebrities who went away too soon.??
1. Sidharth Shukla
Popular television actor and former Bigg Boss winner Sidharth Shukla died of a heart attack at the age of 40. Shukla began his career in showbiz as a model and made his acting debut with a lead role in the television show Babul Ka Aangann Chootey Na. He later appeared on shows such as Jaane Pehchaane Se... Ye Ajnabbi, Love U Zindagi but became a household name with Balika Vadhu.?
2. Soundarya
Known for her role in Sooryavansham, Soundarya died at the age of 31 in a plane crash along with her brother Amarnath. She was traveling for the campaign of a political party (BJP) near Bangalore in 2004.
3. Jatin Kanakia
Known for his comic roles in shows like Shrimaan Shrimati and films like Hum Saath Saath Hain and Khoobsurat, Jatin Kanakia lost battle to pancreatic cancer and died at the age of 46 in 1999.
4. Divya Bharti
Accident, suicide or murder? The mystery surrounding Divya Bharti's death still persists after 28 years. She died at the age of 19 after falling from her balcony.
5. Taruni Sachdev
The 14-year-old who essayed the role of Somi, Auro's classmate, in Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Paa died in a plane crash near Jomsom Airport in Nepal. Her mother also died in the crash. Also known for Malayalam films, she was best remembered for doing Rasna commercials with the actress Karisma Kapoor. She was also called the Rasna girl.?
6. Sushant Singh Rajput
Was his death a murder or suicide? The investigation in the case is on and so are the conspiracy theories. The young actor died at the age of 34 after his body was found hanging in his Mumbai home.
7. Kushal Punjabi
At the age of 42, the much-loved TV star who was also seen in films like Lakshay, Kaal and Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal died by suicide. As per the Police, he was suffering from depression.?
8. Rasika Joshi
Known for her roles in films like Malamaal Weekly, Dhol and Bhool Bhulaiyaa among others, Rasika Joshi died at the age of 38 in 2011. She was a popular name in the Marathi film industry. She suffered from Leukemia.?
9. Kuldeep Randhawa
Known for her roles in Hip Hip Hurray, C.A.T.S, Special Squad, and Kohinoor, the former Gladrags model died by suicide at the age 38 in 2006. It is said that she was unable to handle her life's pressure.
10. Pratyusha Banerjee
The Anandi of Balika Vadhu, who also participated in Bigg Boss season 7 was found hanging from the ceiling fan of her apartment. It is said that she committed suicide because of her falling relationship with her boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh.
11. Smita Patil
One of the finest actresses of her time, Smita Patil passed away at the age of 31 due to childbirth complications. She was giving birth to her son Prateik Babbar.
12. Abir Goswami
Known for his roles in shows like Woh Rehne Waali Mehlon Ki, CID and Crime Patrol and films like Lakshya, Khakee and Ugly among others, Abir Goswami died of cardiac arrest at the age of 38 in 2013.
13. Sanjit Bedi
Dr Omi Joshi from Dill Mill Gayye made several girls swoon. Sanjit Bedi was also a part of Kasautii Zindagi Kay. He passed away at the age of 38 in 2015. He was suffering from a brain ailment and was in a coma for a few days.
14. Jiah Khan
Another actress whose death left the country in shock was Ghajini and Housefull star Jiah Khan who had made her debut with Amitabh Bachchan starrer Nishabd. She apparently died by suicide at the age of 25. Jiah's mother, until today, holds her boyfriend Sooraj Pancholi accountable for her death.
15. Raj Kaushal
Indian director, producer and stunt director Raj Kaushal who was active during the 1990s and mid 2000s and was known for films like Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi... (1999), Shaadi Ka Laddoo (2004) and Anthony Kaun Hai? (2006), passed away at the age of 50. He, who was married to Mandira Bedi, died of a heart attack.
16. Disha Salian
Disha Salian, 28, former manager of Sushant Singh Rajput who was working for a talent management company, died after falling from a 14th-floor building in Malad, Mumbai. There are several conspiracy theories regarding her death as well.?
Gone too soon!
