TV Actor Anuj Thakur, Known for ‘Dhoom Machao Dhoom’, Dies at 33 After a Seizure in His Sleep
The actor, who played Jai Poddar in ‘Beend Banoongaa Ghodi Chadhunga’, was found unresponsive by his mother. His death was announced by casting director Rupesh Sonar.
Television actor Anuj Thakur has died at the age of 33 after suffering a seizure in his sleep. According to reports, his alarm went off at 4:30 am and his mother found him unresponsive when she went to wake him. He died on 27 October, and his name has been among the top searches in India over the past day.
Casting director Rupesh Sonar, a close friend, shared the news on Instagram, describing Thakur as someone who was more like a younger brother to him than just a friend.
His work
Thakur made his acting debut as a teenager in the Disney Channel series Dhoom Machao Dhoom (2007–08). His breakthrough came with the role of Jai Poddar in Beend Banoongaa Ghodi Chadhunga. He also appeared in shows including Bandhan Saat Janmon Ka and Mahisagar.
He is survived by his mother and brother. Details of the funeral have not been reported.
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