Marathi Actor Tushar Ghadigaonkar Dies by Suicide in Mumbai
Mumbai – Tushar Ghadigaonkar, a 34-year-old Marathi actor known for his work in films, television, and theater, was found dead in his rented apartment in Goregaon West on Friday, June 20. According to Mumbai Police, the actor died by suicide, with initial investigations pointing to work-related stress as a possible cause. The police have registered an accidental death report (ADR) and are continuing their inquiry.
The tragic news was first shared by actor Ankur Wadve, known for his role in Chala Hawa Yeu Dya, who posted an emotional tribute on Instagram. “Why, my friend? For what? Work comes and goes! We must find a way, but suicide is not the way… Tushar Ghadigaonkar, you lost and with you, we all lost,” Wadve wrote. Other Marathi industry figures, including Vaibhav Mangle, Abhishek Deshmukh, Sameer Patil, and Mugdha Godbole, also expressed their shock and sorrow on social media, lamenting the loss of a talented artist.
Ghadigaonkar, originally from Kankavali in Sindhudurg district, began his acting career in college through one-act play competitions at Ruparel College. He went on to perform in Marathi films such as Bhaubali, Unad, and Zombivli, as well as popular TV serials like Lavangi Mirchi, Man Kasturi Re, and Sukhacha Sarinni He Man Baware. He also appeared in the recent serial Sakha Mazha Pandurang on Sun Marathi. Beyond acting, Ghadigaonkar ventured into production, creating music videos under his banner, Ghanta Naad Production, and was involved in the musical play Sangeet Bibat Akhyan.
Police received a call from the main control room reporting an unconscious person at a residence on Ram Mandir Road, Goregaon West. Upon arrival, officers found Ghadigaonkar unresponsive and rushed him to Trauma Care Hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival, according to ANI. Authorities noted that the actor had been struggling with alcohol addiction and stress for the past year, though no suicide note was found. Statements from his relatives, recorded by the police, indicated no suspicions or complaints against anyone, as reported by ANI.
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Some reports suggested that Ghadigaonkar’s death might have been linked to a family dispute, though this has not been confirmed. His wife discovered his body hanging from a ceiling fan after returning home from work on Friday evening, having found the door locked and receiving no response. His last rites were performed on Saturday at Bhandup crematorium, attended by colleagues and friends from the industry.
Ghadigaonkar, who moved to a rented home near Ram Mandir after marrying in 2022, is survived by his wife, parents, and a brother. His untimely death has sent shockwaves through the Marathi entertainment community, prompting renewed discussions about mental health support in the industry.