Farhan Akhtar on Sushant Singh Rajput’s suicide: It’s one of the greatest tragedies of recent times

The circumstances under which talented actor Sushant Singh Rajput died has created a ruckus amongst the actor’s fans. While his family is still trying to fathom what happened and why it happened, theories surrounding the actor’s suicide are abound. Right from nepotism, to his career, to his relationships, everything is being blamed for the actor’s drastic step to end his life.

Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar recently opened up about Sushant’s tragic demise and how what followed is an absolute ‘circus’.

Speaking about how enraged he is feeling post Sushant’s death, Farhan told India Today, “It is one of the greatest tragedies that I can think of in recent times. It is a tremendous loss to the fraternity. It enrages you when you see that his family is not given the opportunity to breathe. Theories are being spun about why he did it. This is not the time for that. Let some time pass. Right now its speculation from abetment to murder to every crazy thing. Everyone suddenly knew what he thought, his journey and everything about him. What followed is a circus.”

Farhan further added, “Be kind, be more inclusive, be aware, reach out, but right now everyone is either got a sword out or holding a shield. It’s ugly. We should remember him for his great work and talent, mourn the fact that we lost somebody who had great potential.”

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Commenting on the debate surrounding the prevalent nepotism in the film industry, Farhan said, “Our industry functions purely on success and failure. But is there a privilege for people who’re born in the film industry? Absolutely. Will it be easier for them to gain access, to pitch a script to someone or offer their services as an actor? 100%. there’s no denying that. Does that mean that it’s a bad thing? No, its the lot of the draw. Your parents have worked incredibly hard to give you a headstart as any parent would like to give their kids. But are all outsiders treated badly, that’s not true. Are all industry insiders clanish, that’s not true either.”

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34-year-old Sushant committed suicide on June 14. Since the actor didn’t leave any suicide note, Mumbai Police is probing his suicide case from all angles.

Also Read: Sushant Singh Rajput suicide case: DCP Abhishek Trimukhe says, “We are probing from every angle”

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