‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ Actor Dies at 36, Reportedly by Suicide

Actor was found dead at his Meerut residence; media reports cite financial troubles as possible reason for tragic end

April 23, 2025: India: ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ Actor Lalit Manchanda Passes Away at 36

Indian television actor Lalit Manchanda, best known for his appearances in popular shows like Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Crime Patrol, and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, has passed away at the age of 36. He was found dead at his residence in Meerut on Monday, April 21.

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The Cine and TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) confirmed his demise in an Instagram post. “CINTAA expresses its condolences on the demise of Lalit Manchanda (member since 2012),” read the official statement.

While the cause of death has not been officially confirmed, several Indian media outlets have reported that the actor died by suicide. Reports also suggest that Manchanda had been struggling with financial difficulties, prompting him to leave Mumbai and return to his hometown of Meerut, where his family lives.

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Manchanda had built a steady career with supporting roles in a range of popular Indian TV shows. His contributions to the long-running comedy Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah made him a familiar face in Indian households.

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The news has shocked fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry, many of whom have taken to social media to express their grief and offer condolences.


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