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Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Pratyusha Banerjee's dad gave her alcohol, their relationship was complicated: Rahul Raj Singh again attacks Balika Vadhu actor's parents
Pratyusha Banerjee, who shot to fame due to her popular show Balika Vadhu, died on April 1, 2016. It was reported to be a death by suicide. This prompted her parents to file a complaint against her then boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh. Now, in a recent interview, Rahul Raj Singh shared Pratyusha was depressed and alcohol made it worse. 'Her father used to give her alcohol,' he said. In an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Rahul shared, 'She had been drinking long before I came into her life. Her father used to give her alcohol. When we got together, since we're actors and have to maintain our appearance, I told her that if she kept drinking like this, it would eventually lead to a disaster. She wasn't very interested in work either, and I told her clearly that if she kept alcohol in front of me, I might start drinking too, so we had to control it.' He further shared, 'Especially after Balika Vadhu ended, her relationship with her father became complicated—they were very friendly when sober, but after drinking, her father would become aggressive, and they'd end up fighting.' He said he tried his best to help her reduce her alcohol intake and encouraged her to maintain a diary. 'I used to tell her to write things like 'Today you are not supposed to drink early early in the morning.' I also wrote in it about our daily agenda, especially the non-work habits we needed to change. Today, everyone talks about dieting, and though we weren't focusing on that, at least we were tyring to cut down daily alcohol intake, or at least bring some moderation. At that time, I brought in Amit Khan. He was a writer who had written song for my film Main Ek Tu.' ALSO READ | Mohit Suri's Saiyaara starring Ahaan Panday has similarities with 2004 Korean film A Moment To Remember He shared he got him to work with Pratyusha on a new show. 'I even told Danish, 'Watch this show—I'm doing this for her because I want her to make a strong comeback like in Balika Vadhu, in a role where she can prove her abilities. Maybe this will be her last big show.' She said, 'I'll do this one last, I don't want to play roles like I did in Sasural Simar Ka at such an early stage.' She had done one or two lead roles, one with Kaveri, but that show didn't do well. Then there was a DJ's show on Sony, which also didn't succeed. After that, she didn't get any significant roles to prove herself. Sphere Origins didn't repeat her, nor did DJ's. Everywhere she faced issues.' He hinted at tension between her and the production house of Balika Vadhu. 'She hadn't left Balika Vadhu on a good note either. So obviously, production houses won't call you back. She told me there were creative differences with the team, too much interference from her side, they said. And then there was a payment issue with DJs. Her payment had been stuck for six months, so maybe that led to more problems. These things happen in production. Plus, her expenses were so high, her father's and mother's too, that she could never really stop working. Like we discussed earlier, they had loans to repay, so she had to keep earning. But when payments didn't come on time, she would get frustrated, and relationships in the industry would spoil. She'd call again and again, asking for her money.' Police reportedly found three cans of beer along with other liquor bottles at her residence. It was also reported that Pratyusha was in a deep financial crisis and couldn't even afford her car loan. Pratyusha was found dead in her rented apartment in Goregaon West. This led to the arrest of her boyfriend Rahul. He was granted anticipatory bail by Bombay high court on Jule 2, 2016. Soon after her death, several members of the television industry came forward to share statements against Rahul Raj Singh, suggesting he physically abused her and duped several women of their money on the pretext of producing films. Pratyusha had also undergone an abortion two months before her death, which Rahul claimed was a mutual decision. After her death Rahul Raj Singh claimed the actress had a drinking problem. When a case was registered against Rahul Raj Singh under Indian Penal Code (IPC) sections 306 (abetment of suicide), 504 (intentional insult), 506 (criminal intimidation) and 323 (voluntarily causing hurt), he submitted a discharge plea. This was rejected by a sessions court in Mumbai. According to News18, Rahul Singh, in his plea claimed he was falsely implicated in the case on account of personal vendetta. At the time of her death, several reports had suggested that her tumultuous relationship with her boyfriend and financial difficulties pushed her into depression. In August 2023, SJ Ansari, additional sessions judge said, 'She had expressed her desire not to live further on account of the same to her aunt Barnali Banerjee and the tarot card reader. The pitiable condition to which the deceased had been reduced to by the accused can scarcely be imagined.' The court further said that she was being completely controlled by the accuses despite living independently.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Late actress Pratyusha Banerjee's former boyfriend Rahul reveals shocking details about her friendship with Kamya Panjabi; says, 'I became a villain for them'
Late actress Pratyusha Banerjee and Kamya Panjabi once shared a really close bond. The duo, who became very close after their participation in Bigg Boss , often made headlines for their friendship. However, Pratyusha's untimely demise in 2016 left her close ones and the entertainment industry deeply shocked. The late actress' ex-boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh has now revealed shocking details about her friendship with Kamya in a recent interview with Bollywood Bubble. Rahul shared how the duo had problems in their friendship and were no longer close before the shocking demise of the late actress. Rahul said, 'Allegedly, they were no longer friends because Pratyusha had tried to 'steal' Karan from her, which was even reported in a major publication. You can Google it. That's why I became a villain for them. They thought I was taking away Pratyusha from them. Kamya used to party a lot, everyone knows. ' Rahul, the actress' ex-boyfriend, is now making headlines over some serious accusations that he made about their friendship in a recent interview. While the two dated briefly before her demise, he later tied the knot with Saloni Sharma in 2018, and together they celebrated the birth of their daughter in 2023. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Pratyusha Banerjee was best known for her role in Balika Vadhu. Sadly, she passed away on 1 April 2016, leaving the entertainment industry deeply shocked. Kamya Panjabi was last seen as Didun in Neerja – Ek Nayi Pehchaan. She won many hearts for her role in the TV show. The actress has also been a part of shows like Sanjog, Doli Armaano Ki, and more.
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Pratyusha Banerjee and Kamya Punjabi fell out? Balika Vadhu star's ex-boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh reveals why Panjabi made him a 'villain'
Synopsis Rahul Raj Singh, late actress Pratyusha Banerjee's ex-boyfriend, has made startling claims about her relationship with Kamya Panjabi. He alleges their friendship ended after Banerjee allegedly tried to steal Panjabi's boyfriend, Karan Patel. Agencies Rahul Raj Singh endured a turbulent chapter in his life following the sudden and heartbreaking demise of television actress Pratyusha Banerjee in 2016 Late actress Pratyusha Banerjee and 'Maryada' star Kamya Panjabi were once very good friends. The two, who once participated in Bigg Boss, developed a very close friendship. After Banerjee died in 2016, Panjabi paid homage to her late friend through a short film. However, in a recent interview with Bollywood Bubble, the 'Balika Vadhu' star's ex-boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh stated that all was not well between the two actresses and the two fell out. Singh claimed that the two actresses were no longer on speaking terms when Banerjee tried to make a move on Panjabi's then boyfriend, Karan Patel. 'Allegedly, they were no longer friends because Pratyusha had tried to 'steal' Karan from her, which was even reported in a major publication. You can Google it,' he said. Calling Panjabi a 'fake old person,' Singh alleged that she tried to gain publicity from Pratyusha's death through the movie Hum Kuch Keh Na Sake, which prompted him to file a defamation case against her. He also claimed that the 'Banoo Main Teri Dulhan' actress encouraged Pratyusha in her alcohol addiction, which had an impact on her mental health. He had expressed worry about her drinking habits, and she gradually stopped attending parties. "That's why I became a villain for them. They thought I was taking away Pratyusha from them. Kamya used to party a lot, everyone knows," he told Bollywood Bubble. Rahul also stated that Kamya had borrowed Rs 2.5 lakh from Pratyusha and did not return the amount. In 2017, Kamya accused Rahul of having orchestrated Pratyusha's was discovered dead in her Mumbai residence on April 1, 2016, at just 24 years old. The autopsy confirmed that her passing was due to asphyxiation by hanging. Despite this, her parents firmly maintain she was murdered and framed to make it appear like suicide. Authorities registered a case against Rahul for allegedly encouraging her to take her own life. However, on July 2 of that same year, the Bombay High Court provided him relief by granting anticipatory bail, sparing him from immediate 2018, Rahul filed a plea in the Dindoshi sessions court, seeking his discharge from the case. He blamed Banerjee's parents, alleging their financial burden on her pushed her over the the years that followed, Singh attempted to move forward. He tied the knot with Saloni Sharma in 2018, and together they celebrated the birth of their daughter in 2023.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pratyusha Banerjee and Kamya Punjabi fell out? Balika Vadhu star's ex-boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh reveals why Panjabi made him a 'villain'
Rahul Raj Singh, late actress Pratyusha Banerjee's ex-boyfriend, has made startling claims about her relationship with Kamya Panjabi. He alleges their friendship ended after Banerjee allegedly tried to steal Panjabi's boyfriend, Karan Patel. Rahul Raj Singh endured a turbulent chapter in his life following the sudden and heartbreaking demise of television actress Pratyusha Banerjee in 2016 Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Late actress Pratyusha Banerjee and 'Maryada' star Kamya Panjabi were once very good friends. The two, who once participated in Bigg Boss , developed a very close friendship. After Banerjee died in 2016, Panjabi paid homage to her late friend through a short film. However, in a recent interview with Bollywood Bubble , the 'Balika Vadhu' star's ex-boyfriend Rahul Raj Singh stated that all was not well between the two actresses and the two fell claimed that the two actresses were no longer on speaking terms when Banerjee tried to make a move on Panjabi's then boyfriend, Karan Patel. 'Allegedly, they were no longer friends because Pratyusha had tried to 'steal' Karan from her, which was even reported in a major publication. You can Google it,' he Panjabi a 'fake old person,' Singh alleged that she tried to gain publicity from Pratyusha's death through the movie Hum Kuch Keh Na Sake, which prompted him to file a defamation case against her. He also claimed that the ' Banoo Main Teri Dulhan ' actress encouraged Pratyusha in her alcohol addiction, which had an impact on her mental health. He had expressed worry about her drinking habits, and she gradually stopped attending parties. "That's why I became a villain for them. They thought I was taking away Pratyusha from them. Kamya used to party a lot, everyone knows," he told Bollywood also stated that Kamya had borrowed Rs 2.5 lakh from Pratyusha and did not return the 2017, Kamya accused Rahul of having orchestrated Pratyusha's was discovered dead in her Mumbai residence on April 1, 2016, at just 24 years old. The autopsy confirmed that her passing was due to asphyxiation by hanging. Despite this, her parents firmly maintain she was murdered and framed to make it appear like suicide. Authorities registered a case against Rahul for allegedly encouraging her to take her own life. However, on July 2 of that same year, the Bombay High Court provided him relief by granting anticipatory bail, sparing him from immediate 2018, Rahul filed a plea in the Dindoshi sessions court, seeking his discharge from the case. He blamed Banerjee's parents, alleging their financial burden on her pushed her over the the years that followed, Singh attempted to move forward. He tied the knot with Saloni Sharma in 2018, and together they celebrated the birth of their daughter in 2023.
News18
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
This Rising Star Delivered 12 Films In 5 Years Before Tragic Suicide Pact With Partner
When it comes to the most beautiful actresses in Tamil cinema, Pratyusha's name stands out. Born in Bhuvanagiri, Telangana, she lost her father at a young age and was raised by her mother. After her father's death, the family settled in Hyderabad. There, she took part in a TV reality show and won the title of 'Ms. Lovely Smile', which brought her statewide fame and opened doors to the film industry. (News18 Tamil) Pratyusha made her acting debut in 1998 opposite Telugu superstar Mohan Babu, at the age of 18. The launch of her first film was inaugurated by Rajinikanth. Even before her first film's success, she had already signed two signed With her beauty and talent, opportunities flowed in quickly. (News18 Tamil) The case became even more complicated when political leaders got involved and a forensic expert claimed that she had died due to strangulation. The report was sent to Delhi for re-examination, which concluded the cause of death was poisoning. The court later sentenced Siddharth to six years in prison and fined him Rs 6,000 for abetment to suicide. (News18 Tamil)
