Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee died on Sunday, March 29, after tragically drowning while filming for a TV series, Indian Express reported.
The 43-year-old star reportedly entered the sea after wrapping a scene around 5:00 PM. As the production crew watched in horror, a massive wave crashed in, taking Rahul under. Rahul was rushed to Digha hospital, West Bengal, where he was then pronounced dead.
A source on the scene described the devastating accident to Indian Express, explaining that it looked like Rahul’s feet got stuck and made him lose his balance up against the powerful wave.
Rahul Arunoday Banerjee Was Still Alive When He Was Rescued
“Rahul entered the water alone after the shooting was over. His co-star, Shweta Mishra, was present at the spot but remained on the shore,” the source shared. “It seemed that his feet got stuck in the sand. Just then, a massive wave struck him. Unable to withstand the force of the wave, Rahul began to drown.”
“Sensing the danger, Shweta screamed to alert everyone. Suddenly, the technicians started shouting and rushed to rescue him,” the source continued. “He was still alive when he was brought out of the sea. He was quickly placed in a vehicle and taken to Digha Sub-divisional Hospital, located about 10–12 km from Talsari beach.”
Rahul’s wife, fellow Bengali actress Priyanka Sarkar, shared a statement on Instagram, asking for privacy as she and their family navigate through Rahul’s death.
Rahul Arunoday Banerjee’s Wife Priyanka Sarkar Speaks Out
“This is a time of immense grief and deep despair for us. In this difficult moment, we sincerely request space and privacy. There is a child, a mother, a family, and loved ones trying to navigate this loss together,” she wrote.
“We kindly urge our friends and colleagues in the media to respect our boundaries, refrain from intrusion, and allow us the dignity to grieve in peace,” Priyanka continued. “Your understanding and support mean more than ever at this time.”
At the time of his death, Rahul was filming for the series “Bhole Baba Par Karega.” While he has many notable works since becoming an actor in the early 2000s, Rahul is best known for his roles in “Zulfiqar” (2016), “Na Hannyate” (2012) and “Byomkesh Phire Elo” (2014), his IMBd reported. He also starred in popular Bengali TV shows “LaalKuthi,” “Desher Maati” and “Tumi asbe bole.”
RIP Rahul Arunoday Banerjee.
