🕯️ In Memoriam
Sushant Singh Rajput
1986–2020
Date of Birth
January 21, 1986
Date of Passing
June 14, 2020
Age at Passing
34 years
Years Since Passing
5 years
Days Lived
12,563
Days Since
2,121
Country
Birthplace
Patna, Bihar, India
Height
178 cm (5'10")
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Generation
Millennial
Sushant Singh Rajput was a prominent Indian actor who worked primarily in Hindi cinema. He began his career in television with the popular soap opera Pavitra Rishta. He made his film debut in the 2013 buddy drama Kai Po Che!, which earned him a Filmfare Award nomination for Best Male Debut. His breakthrough performance came with the biographical sports film M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, where he portrayed the former Indian cricket captain. He was widely praised for his versatility and dedication to his craft in films like Detective Byomkesh Bakshy! and Sonchiriya. Rajput also starred in the critically acclaimed film Chhichhore, which explored themes of friendship and mental health. Beyond acting, he was known for his deep interest in astronomy, physics, and technology. He was a recipient of several awards, including the Screen Award and the IIFA Award. His sudden death in June 2020 sparked a massive national conversation regarding mental health and the dynamics of the Indian film industry. His final film, Dil Bechara, was released posthumously on a digital platform to widespread audience acclaim. He remains a beloved figure in Indian pop culture, remembered for his intellectual curiosity and charismatic screen presence.