Last Updated on March 30, 2026 by Yash Saini
Popular Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee drowned at Talsari sea beach, near the Odisha-West Bengal border, during the shoot of the Bengali daily soap Bhole Baba Par Karega on March 29. He passed away at the age of 43. Talsari Marine Police confirmed that no police permission had been taken for the shoot, nor was the police been informed about it.
As per the police, the shoot at Talsari sea beach had been ongoing since March 27. They have also said that no safety protocols were followed during the shoot. As per NDTV, Talsari Marine Police Station IIC, Sharaban Kumar Moharana, said, “Before the shoot, no police permission was taken, nor was the police station informed about the shooting.”
While talking to NDTV, Talsari Marine Police said, “He died while undergoing treatment at Digha Hospital. An unnatural death case has been registered, and an autopsy will now be conducted there.”
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Wife’s First Statement on His Death
His Wife, Priyanka Sarkar, wrote, “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. 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. Your understanding and support mean more than ever at this time.”
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s Statement
She said: “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. 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.”
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Subhashis Mondal, Director of Series statement
As per Times of India, he said, “The shoot had ended, and most of the cast left, but Rahul-da insisted on an unscripted drone shot. We were filming honeymoon scenes with Rahul-da and Sweta(Mishra) in knee-deep water. The first take was complete. Sweta felt uneasy after a small wave hit her and decided to leave. Rahul-da wanted a second take with him facing the camera and went deeper into the water. The entire team requested him to come out of the water, but he didn’t listen.
A bigger wave caused him to slip and swallow water. We all jumped to rescue him. Lifeguards also joined in the rescue operation, and he was rushed to a hospital. He responded twice while being taken to the hospital, but was pronounced dead upon arrival.”
Raj Chakraborty and Sudipta Chakraborty React to Rahul Arunoday Banerjee’s Death
Raj Chakraborty said: He played a character that was completely different from the larger-than-life heroes Bengali cine-goers were used to watching back then. It is unfortunate that he didn’t reach his zenith.”
Actor Sudipta Chakraborty said, “Rahul had a heart of gold. He stood up for me and voiced his opinion against internet hooliganism. “
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He had an illustrious television career with hits such as Tumi Asbe Bole, Desher Maati, and Lallkuthi, among others. He was last seen in the Hoichoi series Thakurmar Jhuli.
