‘Chhichhore’ actor Shishir Sharma says he still can't believe Sushant Singh Rajput died by suicide, 'Bhot hi suljha hua aadmi'

Sushant Singh Rajput held a special place in the hearts of millions, both within the film industry and among his devoted fanbase. His untimely passing in June 2020 sent shockwaves through Bollywood and beyond, leaving behind a void that remains impossible to fill even years later.

Throughout his career, he consistently won over audiences with the sheer range and depth of his work. Now, his ‘Chhichhore’ co-star Shishir Sharma has broken his silence on the tragedy, admitting that he still struggles to come to terms with the fact that the actor died by suicide.

Shishir Sharma says Sushant was not the kind of person who would take such a step

In a recent sit-down interview with Siddharth Kannan, Shishir opened up about the heartbreaking loss of his ‘Chhichhore’ co-star Sushant. When asked whether he believed Sushant had died by suicide, Shishir was candid in his response, saying that Sushant was simply not the kind of person who would make such a choice.

"I don't think he was a man who would take a step like that," he said, also describing him as a "bhot hi suljha hua aadmi." Shishir further shared that he learned of Sushant's passing on June 14, 2020, around 4 pm, a moment that clearly left a deep impact on him.He added, “I could not hold back my tears. It was difficult." Sharma further shared that the news came as a complete shock to him, leaving him struggling to come to terms with the loss.

He recalled being unable to comprehend how such a talented and promising actor could have passed away so suddenly. He further said, “Kuch to karan hoga, aisa koi khudkhushi thodi kar leta hai…Ab kisse baat karein? Kya…I just left it and said it’s rather sad, rather unfortunate than a man that something like this happens to a man who has taken acting profession seriously.

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Shishir praises Sushant's remarkable filmography and lasting impact

Shishir also took a moment to look back on Sushant's remarkable filmography, fondly recalling standout performances in films like M.S.

Dhoni: The Untold Story and many others. He spoke highly of the late actor, noting how each of his performances carried a certain depth and authenticity that left a lasting impression on everyone who watched him on screen.

Sushant's death triggered a massive multi-agency investigation

Sushant was found dead at his Bandra apartment, triggering a massive and wide-ranging investigation that saw multiple agencies stepping in, including the Mumbai Police, Enforcement Directorate (ED), Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).