Rahul Banerjee, popular Bengali actor, dies after falling into sea during shoot

Popular Bengali actor, Rahul Banerjee has passed away after a boating accident in Odisha. The tragic event took place at Talsari Beach while he was filming for his televsision show Bhole Baba Par Karega. It has been reported that he fell into the sea during the shoot, which led to the accident.

However, he was quickly rescued and rushed to a nearby hospital, but unfortunately, doctors declared him dead upon arrival.

Rahul Banerjee dies after falling into sea during shoot

As per the preliminary information provided by SP Balasore from Digha Police, the body is currently at Digha Medical, and they are coordinating with the Digha Police to gather further details about the incident and the identity.

Fans on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) have expressed their grief over the sudden demise of actor Rahul Banerjee. One user wrote, "This feels like a shocker. Just unable to believe. One of the few people in the Bengali film industry who have been adored by people. Rest in peace, Rahul Banerjee." Another wrote, "RIP Rahul Arunoday Banerjee. Shocking news indeed."

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee expresses her grief over Rahul Banerjee's demise

On Sunday, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took to her X handle to expressed her grief over the untimely demise of actor Rahul Banerjee. In her X post, she wrote in Bengali which translates into English as, "Distinguished, young, and popular actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee is suddenly no longer among us—this news has left me stunned, heartbroken, and grief-stricken. I just can’t make sense of how this happened. He was one of my favorite actors and a wonderful person."

She further added, "I extend my heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family, loved ones, and countless admirers.Rahul’s sudden departure is an irreparable loss for the Bengali acting world, Tollywood, and Teelwood."

This is a developing story.

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