Who is Nandini Kashyap, actress who was arrested due to...
The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of July 26 in Guwahati's Dakshingaon area. Haque, who was working on repairing streetlights for the Guwahati Municipal Corporation, was reportedly struck by a speeding SUV allegedly driven by Kashyap. Eyewitnesses and CCTV footage confirmed that the vehicle did not stop after the collision. Haque sustained severe injuries for which he was receiving treatment at Gauhati Medical College and Hospital and later at Apollo Hospital, but on July 29, he passed away. When was Nandini Kashyap arrested?
After the passing of Samiul Haque, she was arrested on July 30 and charged under Section 105 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for culpable homicide and hit-and-run causing death. The police have seized her vehicle for forensic investigation. Who is Nandini Kashyap?
Kashyap is best known for working in Assamese film industry. She began her career in 2018 with music videos and gained prominence with her lead role in the 2025 hit film Rudra. Rudra. The film directed by Roopak Gogoi, follows the story of a highly trained commando from a secret unit of the Defence Ministry, who is drawn back into action after personal tragedies. The film delves into themes of betrayal, loss, and redemption, set against the backdrop of national security threats.
Kashyap's character, Surabhi, plays a pivotal role in humanizing the protagonist and providing a counterbalance to the film's high-octane sequences. The supporting cast, including Ravi Sarma, Adil Hussain, and Archita Agarwal, also received acclaim for their roles, with Sarma's performance highlighted as a career-best. More about this tragic incident
The incident has sparked public outrage, with the All Assam Polytechnic Students' Union filing an FIR and demanding swift justice for Haque. In response to the controversy, Rajdhani Theatre, with which Kashyap had a contract, announced the termination of her agreement to maintain the theatre's credibility.
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