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Who was Sanchita Ugale? Everything to know about the 22-year-old Chhaava actor who died by alleged suicide

Who was Sanchita Ugale? Everything to know about the 22-year-old Chhaava actor who died by alleged suicide

The Mumbai entertainment industry is mourning the loss of actor Sanchita Ugale, who allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Maharashtra’s Palghar district on Monday. At just 22, Sanchita had carved a niche for herself with roles in television shows, OTT projects and films. However, the news of her death has left the television industry shocked and devastated. Sanchita Ugale was 22 years old. Sanchita Ugale’s career Sanchita began her career in television and rose to prominence with her portrayal of Diya in the long-running television show Kumkum Bhagya. She also received praise for playing Ruchita Jaitley in Wagle Ki Duniya. Later, she landed the lead role of Sukoon opposite Sorab Bedi in Dangal TV’s Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi. Sanchita starred in Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava Sanchita was also trying her luck in films and had appeared in small roles in projects such as Vicky Kaushal-starrer Chhaava and Manoj Bajpayee’s Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout. She had over 141,000 followers on Instagram and had featured in commercials for well-known brands including Whisper, Parle-G, …

‘I almost died there’: Vikram Bhatt recalls health crisis during 70-day Udaipur jail stay | Bollywood News

‘I almost died there’: Vikram Bhatt recalls health crisis during 70-day Udaipur jail stay | Bollywood News

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt has opened up about the 70 days he spent in Udaipur jail following his arrest in connection with a dispute over a proposed biopic on the life of Indira Murdia, the late wife of Indira IVF founder Ajay Murdia. Bhatt recalled the friendships he forged behind bars, the health crisis he battled and how the experience helped him reconnect with what he called “the India that watches our films.” In a conversation with Siddharth Kannan, the filmmaker recalled sharing a barrack with dozens of inmates and finding unexpected friendships during one of the most difficult periods of his life. ‘I saw a different India inside jail’ Bhatt said he was housed with around 60 to 80 inmates and was struck by the warmth and care he received from them.“I was staying in a barrack with 60 to 80 people. But I saw a different India there. I discovered what friendship really means. They wouldn’t let me do anything. They would bring me my food and take care of my clothes. They used …

Jamie Lee Curtis says sister Kelly Lee Curtis died in peace at her home: ‘She was my first friend, lifelong confidant’

Jamie Lee Curtis says sister Kelly Lee Curtis died in peace at her home: ‘She was my first friend, lifelong confidant’

Actor Jamie Lee Curtis is mourning the death of her sister, Kelly Lee Curtis, who died at the age of 69. Jamie took to her Instagram account on Saturday and shared the heartbreaking news. She shared a picture of young Kelly and penned a note on her. Kelly Lee Curtis died at the age of 69. Jamie pens note Jamie wrote, “A warm aloha to my older sister, Kelly Lee Curtis. She passed away this morning. In her home. In nature. At peace.” She added, “She was my first friend and lifelong confidant. She was jaw droppingly beautiful, and a talented actress. She played a mean game of hearts, collected turtles, loved her family, nature, music, thrifting, travel, Facebook, and Pokémon Go. She was proud of her Danish roots and Hungarian Jewish ancestry and was a devoted American patriot.” “She will be remembered for her loving generosity, fierce opinions, endless curiosity, unique style, and her powdered, almond, crescent cookies at Christmas, hence her name, Auntie Cookie,” read the note. “Kelly always signed off any message …

Shishir Sharma still can’t accept Chhichhore co-star Sushant Singh Rajput died by suicide: ‘Bahut his suljha hua…’

Shishir Sharma still can’t accept Chhichhore co-star Sushant Singh Rajput died by suicide: ‘Bahut his suljha hua…’

Nearly six years after the death of Sushant Singh Rajput, his Chhichhore co-star Shishir Sharma admits he is still unable to come to terms with the loss. Reflecting on Sushant’s death, the actor said he continues to find it hard to believe that the actor died by suicide. Shishir Sharma worked with Sushant Singh Rajput on Chhichhore. Shishir Sharma on Sushant Singh Rajput Recently, Shishir joined Siddharth Kannan in his latest podcast on his YouTube channel. When asked whether he believed Sushant had died by suicide, the veteran actor said he did not think the late star was someone who would take such an extreme step. Shishir said, “I don’t think he was a man who would take a step like that.” He went on to call him a “bahut hi suljha hua aadmi (he was very sorted).” Recalling the time when he got to know about his death in 2020, the actor admitted that he “could not hold back my tears. It was difficult.” Shishir further revealed that the news came as a devastating …

8 lion cubs died of suspected Babesia infection, no deaths in 2 days: Gujarat Minister | Ahmedabad News

8 lion cubs died of suspected Babesia infection, no deaths in 2 days: Gujarat Minister | Ahmedabad News

2 min readAhmedabadMay 29, 2026 10:36 PM IST Gujarat Forest and Environment Minister Arjun Modhwadia on Friday said that eight lion cubs have died of suspected Babesia parasitic infection in the Gir region and that reports of their samples, sent to Gujarat Biotechnology Research Center, are expected in three-four days. Modhwadia added that there has been no such suspected death of lions in the last two days. Modhwadia said, “Deaths of eight lion cubs have come to light. And whether the deaths have occurred owing to Babesia or for some other reason, its confirmation can be done only after getting the medical report.” Babesia, a parasitic disease, spreads through ticks and can cause weakness, coughing and nasal discharge in affected animals. The deaths of the big cat cubs due to suspected Babesia infection have been reported in the revenue areas outside the Gir sanctuary, particularly in Gir Gadhada of Gir Somnath and Babra Kot of Amreli districts, he said. Earlier, on May 26, Modhwadia had said that two lion cubs had died of suspected infection …

M.P. CM announces financial aid to people died in Bhojshala movement; govt to build Saraswati corridor, research centre

M.P. CM announces financial aid to people died in Bhojshala movement; govt to build Saraswati corridor, research centre

Dhar, May 25 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav offered prayers at the Bhojshala Temple in Dhar on May 25. (ANI Photo) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday (May 25, 2026) announced financial assistance of ₹5 lakh each to the families of the three people who had died during the February 2003 protests and clashes with the security personnel for the Bhojshala temple, as he performed worship at the site in Dhar.  Mr. Yadav’s visit comes 10 days after the Madhya Pradesh High Court declared the earlier disputed Bhojshala temple-Kamal Maula mosque complex a temple dedicated to goddess Vagdevi (Saraswati) and an ancient centre of Sanskrit learning. The court dismissed the Muslim community’s claim that it believes the site to be a 14th century mosque.  Mr. Yadav also announced construction of a ‘Saraswati Lok’ corridor and establishment of a research centre in the name of King Bhoja while terming the Bhojshala verdict the “result of a 750-year-long struggle”.  The three men were Van Singh Araadi, Lakshman Singh, and Anwar Singh, residents of …

Insurance firm to pay Rs 10 crore to family 29 years after man died in accident | Legal News

Insurance firm to pay Rs 10 crore to family 29 years after man died in accident | Legal News

Consumer news: Nearly three decades after a Jaipur businessman died in a road accident, the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) has reaffirmed its earlier direction, awarding Rs 10 crore with 9 per cent annual interest to his family, holding that the insurer failed to justify the rejection of a high-value personal accident insurance claim. The national consumer commission declared the insurer’s rejection letter “untenable” and held that the company could not substantiate allegations of suppression of material facts because it failed to produce the original proposal forms forming the basis of the dispute. A bench of Justice A P Shahi, President and Bharat Kumar Pandya, Member, was hearing two connected complaints filed by a widow, one Asha Garg and her family, against United India Insurance, over the rejection of personal accident insurance policies issued to the deceased businessman. “We are therefore in agreement with the ultimate conclusion drawn by this Commission in the previous decision dated 24.11.2005,” the national consumer commission said on May 15 affirming its own order. Justice A P Shahi, President …

‘I was seconds late with the injection’: Amjad Khan’s son recalls the day ‘Gabbar Singh’ died | Bollywood News

‘I was seconds late with the injection’: Amjad Khan’s son recalls the day ‘Gabbar Singh’ died | Bollywood News

4 min readNew DelhiMay 16, 2026 06:42 PM IST Veteran actor Amjad Khan passed away in 1992 after suffering a massive heart attack, leaving behind his wife and three young children. His elder son, Shadaab Khan, was just 18 at the time, and says the trauma of losing his father so suddenly pushed him into a fit of rage. Recalling the day, Shadaab revealed that after doctors told him he was “a few seconds late” in getting a life-saving injection, he lashed out violently, breaking crockery, punching walls and even hitting the doctor. In a conversation with Vickey Lalwani, Shadaab recalled the day his father died and admitted that the loss left him consumed with anger and grief. ‘I was a few seconds late with the injection’ Recalling the day his father passed away, Shadaab said he was only 18 years old. “I wasn’t home. I came back around 8 pm and was told, ‘Dad isn’t waking up, go wake him up.’ He had a meeting the previous day, so he was tired and resting. …

Amjad Khan died at 51 with Bollywood owing him Rs 1.27 cr, family never saw a penny: son Shadaab | Bollywood News

Amjad Khan died at 51 with Bollywood owing him Rs 1.27 cr, family never saw a penny: son Shadaab | Bollywood News

It is well known that until the early 2000s, the underworld had a strong hold on the finances of the Hindi film industry and many producers, directors and actors would often get extortion calls from the gangsters demanding money, especially after a particular film of theirs made money. It was also said that the underworld would invest a lot of its money into the movies and would often interfere in casting decisions. So when the underworld called Amjad Khan’s family shortly after his passing in 1992, it was suspicious. But unlike the other industry insiders, this call wasn’t to demand any kind of money, but to help them get their own money back after the actor’s untimely death and many in Bollywood owing him money. Amjd Khan was best known for playing Gabbar Singh in Sholay. Film industry owed Amjad Khan Rs 1.27 crore In a recent interview with Vickey Lalwani, Amjad’s son Shadaab Khan revealed that the film industry owed his father Rs 1.27 crore at the time of his passing, and the call …

Prateek Yadav died of cardiorespiratory collapse, reveals post-mortem

Prateek Yadav died of cardiorespiratory collapse, reveals post-mortem

1 min readLucknowUpdated: May 13, 2026 06:03 PM IST The post-mortem examination of Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, has indicated that the 38-year-old died due to “cardiorespiratory collapse caused by massive pulmonary thromboembolism”, sources said Wednesday. According to sources familiar with the post-mortem findings, the report noted that the immediate cause of death was a massive blockage in the pulmonary arteries caused by thromboembolic material. Sources said samples of the heart and pulmonary thromboembolic material have been preserved in formalin for histopathological examination, while viscera has also been preserved for chemical analysis. Sources further said the report recorded six ante-mortem injuries on Prateek body, primarily contusions and bruises on the chest, right arm, forearm, elbow and left wrist. Sources said these injuries, as per the report, are old. Officials have not yet linked the injuries directly to the cause of death. Prateek was rushed to the hospital early Wednesday morning, where doctors declared him dead. Police officials have so far maintained that further conclusions would depend on the histopathological …