Nitin Chauhaan's suicide: Wife reveals actor was struggling with depression
What's the story
Actor Nitin Chauhaan, who appeared in TV shows such as Crime Patrol and Gumraah, was discovered dead in his Mumbai home on Thursday (November 7). He was 35. The Mumbai Police have confirmed that the death was a suicide. Chauhaan had reportedly been undergoing treatment for depression. New reports suggest that his wife told the police that he had been unemployed for the last three to four years, worsening his mental health.
Business failure
Chauhaan's failed business venture added to his stress
In a bid to find work, Chauhaan had started an ice cream business. However, the venture failed, adding to his and his family's stress. On the day of his death, when his wife was in the apartment complex garden with their daughter, she returned home to find no response from inside the apartment. The door was locked from inside and had to be forced open where she discovered her husband's body.
Industry reactions
Industry colleagues expressed shock and grief over Chauhaan's death
The news of Chauhaan's death was confirmed by his Tera Yaar Hoon Main co-star Sudeep Sahir on Friday. Actor Vibhuti Thaakur also expressed her sorrow on Instagram, writing, "Rest in peace, my dear. I'm really shocked and sad. I wish you had the strength to face all the troubles. I wish you were mentally strong like your body." Reports state that on hearing about his son's demise, Chauhaan's father informed friends and immediately traveled from Delhi to Mumbai.
Career highlights
Chauhaan's journey in the television industry
Born in Uttar Pradesh's Aligarh, Chauhaan rose to fame after winning the reality show Dadagiri 2. He went on to feature in popular reality series including MTV Splitsvilla Season 5, and scripted shows like Zindagi Dot Com and Crime Patrol. He also featured in SAB TV's Tera Yaar Hoon Main. He is survived by his wife and a daughter.