Who was Sanchita Ugale? ‘Kumkum Bhagya’ to ‘Chhaava’, a 22-year-old’s journey that ended in suicide

She played Diya on ‘Kumkum Bhagya’ and earned a spot in Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Chhaava’. At 22, she was only getting started. On June 14, Sanchita Ugale locked her bedroom door and never came out.

Who was Sanchita Ugale? ‘Kumkum Bhagya’ to ‘Chhaava’, a 22-year-old’s journey that ended in suicide

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Television actress Sanchita Ugale was found dead at her residence on June 14. She was 22 years old and lived in Sai Santoshi Building, Aachole Village, Nalasopara East.

The incident took place between 7:00 pm and 7:30 pm. Family members and locals rushed her to Vasai-Virar Municipal Hospital, where doctors declared her dead on arrival.

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Police response

Assistant Police Inspector Vinod Bagh of Achole Police Station confirmed that Sanchita had locked herself inside her bedroom. Police arrived at the scene shortly after being informed and conducted an inquest report before sending the body for post-mortem examination.

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Based on a complaint filed by her father, Machhindra Ugale, Aachole Police registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) on June 15.

The exact cause behind the incident is yet to be determined. Further investigation is in progress.

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Who was Sanchita Ugale?

Sanchita Ugale was popular for playing Diya Tandon in the popular Zee TV show “Kumkum Bhagya.” She had previously shared that working on long-running series was turning point in her life as it brought her recognition and helped shape her career.

She also appeared in “Wagle Ki Duniya” as Ruchita Jaitley, and later played the lead role of Sukoon in the Dangal TV show “Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi,” opposite Sorab Bedi.

Film and OTT work

Beyond television, Sanchita had begun making her mark in films. She portrayed the younger version of Tara Rani in Vicky Kaushal’s historical drama “Chhaava.”

She was also seen in “Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout,” which starred veteran actor Manoj Bajpayee.

If you or someone you know is mentally struggling, please reach out to your loved ones or seek professional help.

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