Sushant Singh Rajput (21 January 1986 - 14 June 2020) was an Indian film and television actor, dancer, television personality, an entrepreneur and a philanthropist. Rajput started his career with television serials. His debut show was Star Plus's romantic drama Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil (2008), followed by an award-winning performance in Zee TV's popular soap opera Pavitra Rishta (2009–11).
Did you know that before pursuing acting, Sushant Singh Rajput was a brilliant student who secured 7th rank in the AIEEE engineering exam and was a National Olympiad winner in Physics?
Sushant Singh Rajput's portrayal of former Indian cricket captain M.S. Dhoni in the 2016 biopic 'M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story' is widely considered his career-defining role. His meticulous preparation and authentic performance earned him critical acclaim and became one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films of that year.
Sushant Singh Rajput is remembered as an actor who broke barriers between television and film, known for his intense performances and intellectual curiosity. His tragic passing sparked widespread discussions on mental health and the inner workings of the entertainment industry.