Bengaluru: The Kannada and Tamil television industry has been left in shock following the death of television actress Nandini, who was found hanging in her paying guest (PG) accommodation at Mylasandra in Bengaluru. The incident came to light late on Tuesday night, and Kengeri Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.
Nandini, a native of Kotturu in Vijayanagara district, had acted in popular Kannada serials including “Jeeva Hoovaagide” and “Sangharsha Neenadena”, apart from appearing in Tamil television projects. She was staying in a PG in Bengaluru while pursuing her acting career.
Police sources confirmed that a death note was recovered from the scene, in which the actress reportedly apologised to her mother, writing “Sorry Amma.” However, the exact reason behind the extreme step is yet to be conclusively established.
According to preliminary information, Nandini had lost her father a few years ago, following which she was offered a government job on compassionate grounds. While her family was keen that she take up the job, Nandini reportedly wished to continue her career in the television industry, leading to emotional distress and mental pressure.
Speaking to the media, Nandini’s close friend Tanuja said the actress was a kind and dedicated person who had struggled for years to establish herself in the industry.
“She wanted to act and build her career. She was under stress due to family pressure regarding the government job. But suicide is never a solution,” she said.
The actress’s body was shifted for post-mortem examination and later taken to her hometown Kotturu for final rites. Police are examining the death note, questioning acquaintances, and verifying other circumstances to determine whether any additional factors contributed to the incident.
The tragic incident has once again highlighted the mental health challenges faced by young artists navigating career pressures and family expectations.
Note on Mental Health
If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress, please seek professional help or reach out to local mental health helplines. Suicide is never the answer.
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