This actor once gained fame as a background dancer, worked with Aishwarya Rai, died at 34 due to..., his name was...
Sadly, this forever star lived only 34 years and died tragically. If you are wondering who we are talking about, then let us tell you he is none other than Sushant Singh Rajput. This Actor Became a Hero from a Background Dancer
Did you know that Sushant Singh Rajput once danced with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan — not as an actor, but as a background dancer? Yes, you read that right! A video of SSR and Aishwarya is available on the internet from when Sushant performed at the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Games held in Melbourne, where Aishwarya was the lead performer.
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Sushant Singh Rajput's Breakthrough
Sushant's breakthrough came when he featured in the film M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story. The movie was based on MS Dhoni's life. Sushant played the lead role, and opposite him was Kiara Advani. Over the years, SSR gave several hit films including Chhichhore, Kai Po Che, and Shuddh Desi Romance.
How Did Sushant Singh Rajput Die?
In 2020, tragic news broke that the famous actor Sushant Singh Rajput had passed away at the age of 34. Reports revealed that the actor died by suicide.
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