Telugu television actor Chandrakanth, popularly known as Chandu, has allegedly died by suicide at his residence in Telangana's Alkapur. The news of his death came as a shock in the Telugu television industry as a few days ago his co-star and close friend Pavithra Jayaram also passed away in a tragic road accident. As per a report by news agency ANI, Chandrakanth's father recorded his statement with the police, where he stated that the actor had been in a state of depression for the past couple of days.
Chandrakanth had been mourning Pavithra's loss deeply. He had penned down emotional tributes for his 'Trinayani' co-star. His last post on Instagram was also for Pavithra. The two were reportedly in a relationship.
In one of the posts, he wrote, ''Papa netho digina last pic raa. not able to digest to left me alone, okasari mama aniii piluveee plsss @pavithrajayaram_chandar. My Pavi is no more, pls ra come back plsss.''
Not only this, his Instagram feed is full of pictures and videos of himself and Pavithra Jayaram. Check out a few of them.
Chandrakanth rose to fame for his role in the TV show, Trinayani. On the other hand, Pavithra was also a well-known TV star, who was previously married and separated, leaving behind two children. Their deaths have sparked discussions about mental heath.
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