Indian television actor Nitin Chauhaan, renowned for winning the reality show “Dadagiri 2,” has reportedly died by suicide in Mumbai at the age of 35.
The tragic news was confirmed by his co-stars from the series “Tera Yaar Hoon Main,” Sudeep Sahir and Sayantani Ghosh, although they did not provide further details.
Chauhaan, originally from Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, gained fame through his victory on “Dadagiri 2” and appeared in several popular TV shows, including “MTV’s Splitsvilla 5” and episodic roles in “Zindagi Dot Com,” “Crime Patrol,” and “Friends.” His last appearance was in “Tera Yaar Hoon Main” in 2022.
The news of his passing has shocked colleagues and fans alike. Sudeep Sahir paid tribute on Instagram, stating, “Rest in peace, buddy.” Actress Vibhuti Thakur expressed her sorrow, sharing a photo with Nitin and wishing he had found the strength to overcome his struggles.
Nitin’s friend Kuldeep revealed that the family informed them of his death, indicating it was by suicide.
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He noted that Nitin had made plans to visit Delhi next month, and the news has left everyone in disbelief. Nitin’s father has traveled to Mumbai to arrange for his son’s last rites.
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of mental health in the entertainment industry, prompting friends and fans to remember Nitin for the joy he brought to their lives.
Here’s what you should do if someone you know exhibits signs of suicide or a tendency to isolate or self harm:
• Try to make sure they are not left alone
• Remove any any objects they could use to harm themselves.
• Take or encourage the person to seek help from a medical or mental health professional
You can get in touch with the following mental health helplines and speak to them.
