TV Actor Anuj Thakur Dies at 33; Friend Rupesh Sonar Recalls Their Last Meeting 10 Days Before His Death

Television actor Anuj Thakur passed away on October 27 at the age of 33. His friend and casting director Rupesh Sonar confirmed the news on social media, remembering their 17-year association and the actor’s plans to return to television.

Television actor Anuj Thakur’s sudden death at the age of 33 has left the entertainment industry and his friends in shock. The actor, known for his appearances in shows such as Dhoom Machao Dhoom, Bandhan Saath Janmon Ka, Beendh Banoonga Ghodi Chadunga and Mahisagar, died on October 27.

His friend and casting director Rupesh Sonar confirmed the news through an emotional Instagram post. According to a report in The Times of India, Anuj suffered a seizure before his death.

Rupesh Sonar shares emotional tribute to Anuj Thakur

Remembering his close friend, Rupesh expressed disbelief over his sudden demise and recalled their professional journey together.

In his Instagram post, he wrote, “Still can’t believe that you are no longer with us. You were not just a friend but like a little brother to me. We had so many projects planned together, and I still remember witnessing your struggles during your initial days and seeing your journey. Life is truly unpredictable. It’s heartbreaking to accept that you are gone so soon. This news feels unreal. You will always be remembered, brother. Rest in peace.”

Several television personalities also expressed their condolences. Actor Vaqaur Shaikh commented, “Ohhh my God… that’s unbelievably… Very sad to hear this, I knew him since his initial days… Very sweet and nice guy… May his soul rest in peace.”

Bigg Boss 18 fame Yamini Malhotra also reacted to the news, writing, “What are you saying? How’s that possible? He was a happy boy.”

Rupesh Sonar recalls last meeting with the actor

Speaking to The Times of India, Rupesh revealed that he had known Anuj since 2008. The two first worked together on the television show Bandhan Saath Janmon Ka and subsequently collaborated on several projects.

Rupesh said he last met Anuj just 10 days before his death. During their meeting, the actor had spoken enthusiastically about making a comeback to television.

He learnt about Anuj’s death on Friday night through a common friend. Rupesh later met the actor’s family, including his mother and brother, on Saturday and learnt about the circumstances surrounding his death.

Recalling what the family told him, Rupesh said Anuj had gone to sleep at night but did not wake up the following morning.

” I was shocked to hear that he had gone to sleep at night and never woke up. I met his family, including his mother and brother, on Saturday. That’s when I was told that Anuj had suffered a seizure and passed away during the episode. Anuj was an early riser. He woke up at 4.30 am every day and followed his routine, which included fitness and jogging. However, that morning, he didn’t get up. His alarm went off at 4.30 am, and when his mother went to his room to wake him, she found that he had died,” Rupesh told the publication.

Anuj Thakur was preparing for a comeback

Remembering their 17-year friendship, Rupesh described Anuj as a cheerful, generous and respectful person who treated everyone with dignity.

He said the actor’s enthusiasm for work had remained unchanged since the early days of his career.

“I have known Anuj since 2008; we worked together on our first show, Bandhan Saath Janmon Ka. We did several shows together after that. It is very difficult to accept that he is no more. I met him just 10 days ago, and he was talking about making a comeback. His enthusiasm was the same as it had been in 2008. He always spoke respectfully to everyone and treated people with dignity. He was generous, cheerful, and helpful. He was a wonderful person and like a younger brother to me. I still cannot understand why he had to leave us so soon,” Rupesh added.

Anuj’s untimely death has left his friends and colleagues mourning the loss of an actor whose career began with television and who was looking forward to returning to the screen.