The entertainment world is in mourning following the tragic death of Mihika Shah, the daughter of acclaimed actress Divya Seth. Mihika, who passed away in her 20s, died on Monday in Mumbai. A joint statement issued by Divya and her husband Siddharth Shah read, “With profound sorrow, we inform you of the passing of our beloved Mihika Shah, who left for her heavenly abode on August 5th, 2024.” A prayer meeting has been organised in memory of the beloved star kid, confirmed her mother. Her untimely demise has cast a spotlight on other celebrities who left us too soon, including Jiah Khan, Sushant Singh Rajput, Suhani Bhatnagar and many others. Mihika Shah, Daughter of Divya Seth Shah and Granddaughter of Sushma Seth, Dies After Prolonged Illness.

Mihika Shah

 

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The family has not officially disclosed the cause of Mihika’s sudden passing. However, reports suggest that she suffered a seizure after developing a high fever.

Tishaa Kumar

Krishan Kumar's daughter passed away on July 18. The family issued a statement confirming that her death followed a prolonged battle with illness. According to multiple reports, she had been battling cancer. She was 20 years old.

Jiah Khan

 

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Jiah Khan, a promising actress known for her roles in films such as Nishabd and Ghajini, died by suicide at her Juhu residence on June 3, 2013, at the age of 25. Her death shocked the nation and left a void in Bollywood.

Pratyusha Banerjee

 

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Pratyusha Banerjee, who was best known for her role as Anandi in the popular TV show Balika Vadhu, died by suicide on April 1, 2016, at the age of 24. Her death shocked the television industry and her fans.

Sushant Singh Rajput

Sushant Singh Rajput, one of Bollywood's most talented and beloved actors, was found dead at his home in Bandra, Mumbai, on June 14, 2024. He was 34. The postmortem report indicated that the cause of death was ‘asphyxia due to hanging’ and declared it a ‘clear case of suicide’. SSR’s passing sparked widespread discussions about mental health and the pressures faced by celebrities.

Suhani Bhatnagar

 

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She portrayed young Babita Phogat in Aamir Khan’s film Dangal and sadly passed away from Dermatomyositis, a rare inflammatory disease, at the age of 19.

Sidharth Shukla

 

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Sidharth Shukla, the renowned actor from Balika Vadhu, tragically passed away on September 2, 2021, at the age of 40 due to a heart attack. His unexpected death sent shockwaves through both the entertainment industry and his fanbase.

Noor Malabika Das

 

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Noor Malabika Das, an actress known for her role in the Disney+ Hotstar series The Trial, was found dead at her Mumbai home on June 6, 2024. She was 32 years old. Her body was discovered after neighbours reported a foul smell emanating from her apartment.

Divya Bharti

 

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Divya Bharti, one of India’s highest-paid actresses of her time and celebrated for her beauty, tragically passed away on April 5, 1993, at the age of 19. She fell from the balcony of her fifth-floor apartment in Mumbai, leading to her untimely death. The exact circumstances surrounding her death remain controversial and widely debated.

Smita Patil

 

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The acclaimed actress, celebrated for her roles in both Hindi and Marathi cinema, passed away on December 13, 1986, at the age of 31 due to complications from childbirth. Almost twenty years later, renowned film director Mrinal Sen alleged that Smita Patil’s death resulted from ‘gross medical negligence’.

Each of them brought unique talent and energy to the entertainment world, and their untimely deaths have left a lasting void. As we remember these beloved celebrities, their contributions to film and their enduring legacies continue to inspire and resonate with fans around the world.

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