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Mint
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Who was Tushar Ghadigaonkar? Marathi actor found hanging at his residence
Tushar Ghadigaonkar, a 32-year-old Marathi actor, a popular face on the small screen, passed away on Friday. Reportedly, the actor died by suicide. According to a report by Times Now Marathi, Tushar Ghadigaonkar's body was found hanging from a fan at his residence on Friday, June 20. Tushar Ghadigaonkar grew up in a Mumbai suburb, Bhandup. His journey into acting began with one-act play competitions during his time at Ruparel College. Over the years, Tushar took on both minor and major roles in various Marathi TV shows and films, gradually earning recognition for his compelling performances. A few years ago, Tushar moved out of Bhandup and settled with his wife in a rented house near Ram Mandir, a western suburb, while his parents continue to reside in Bhandup, reported Times Now Marathi. The cause of Tushar Ghadigaonkar's death could not be ascertained yet. However, initial reports suggested that the actor committed suicide over the lack of work. Actor Ankur Wadve, known for his role in Chala Hawa Yeu Dya, dedicated a post to Tushar, on Instagram: 'Why, my friend? For what? Work comes and goes! We must find a way, but suicide is not the way… Tushar Ghadigaonkar, you lost — and with you, we all lost.' Ankur Wadve's post Some reports also mention that Tushar Ghadigaonkar ended his life over family dispute. According to a report by Times Now Marathi, Tushar was at home, after his wife left for work, and had been drinking. When his wife returned home in the evening, Tushar's body was found hanging from the fan. On the small screen, Tushar Ghadigaonkar featured in popular Marathi serials like Lavangi Mirchi, Man Kasturi Re, Sukhacha Sarinni He Man Baware, and Sakha Mazha Pandurang on Sun Marathi. He also played roles in Marathi films like 'Bhaubali', 'Unad' and 'Zombivli'. Tushar Ghadigaonkar's acting prowess also was evident in plays such as Sangeet Bibat Akhyan.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who was Tushar Ghadigaonkar? Marathi actor‑director who died by suicide
Tushar Ghadigaonkar , a 32-year-old actor and director active in Marathi television, theatre, and film, died by suicide, as per social media reports and tributes from the entertainment community. He was believed to be facing mental stress and a lack of work opportunities. Who was Tushar Ghadigaonkar? Actor Ankur Wadve, known for his role in Chala Hawa Yeu Dya, confirmed the news with a message on social media. Wadve wrote, 'Why, my friend? For what? Work comes and goes! We must find a way, but suicide is not the way… Tushar Ghadigaonkar, you lost — and with you, we all lost.' Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Tushar GhadigaonkarWorked across stage, TV, and film Ghadigaonkar had built a portfolio across multiple formats. He appeared in Marathi television and film projects such as Clove Mirchi, Man Kasturi Re, Bhaubali, Unad, Zombivli, Hey Man Bawre, and Sangeet Bibat Akhyan. He also featured in Hindi-language advertisements and TV shows, widening his reach across media. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Jeff Bezos' Reading List Learn More Undo Stepped into direction with music and TV shows Under his banner, Ghanta Naad Production, Ghadigaonkar directed several music videos. He later made his television directorial debut with the Marathi show Tuzi Mazi Yari, marking a shift from acting to content creation. Ghadigaonkar's death has reopened conversations around mental health and job insecurity in the entertainment field. His passing has left many in the Marathi creative world shocked and saddened. Live Events here .
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Overnight one-act play contest today to mark beginning of 100th Marathi natya sammelan
Nagpur: The much-awaited 100th Divisional Marathi Natya Sammelan , organised by the Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Natya Parishad , will open on April 24 with an overnight one-act play competition at the Kavivarya Suresh Bhat Auditorium in Reshimbagh. Dedicated to Dr Girish Gandhi, a respected name in cultural circles, this unique event sets the tone for the four-day theatre extravaganza in Nagpur. The contest, which begins at 6pm on Thursday, will be inaugurated by the popular comedy artist Hemant Patil, known for his stellar performance in the show Maharashtrachi Hasyajatra. The ceremony will be chaired by Ajay Patil, president of the Natya Parishad's Nagpur branch, and will have Padma Shri Dr Parshuram Khune, a veteran of the Jhadipatti folk art tradition, as chief guest. Nine one-act plays by theatre groups from Mumbai, Amravati, Thane, Ambernath, and Nagpur will be performed through the night. A panel of judges — Adv Shailesh Gojamgunde, Shekhar Bendre, and Kajal Raut — will evaluate the performances. The competition will conclude with the prize distribution ceremony at 6am on Friday, graced by Chala Hawa Yeu Dya fame actor Bharat Ganeshpure. The winners will take home attractive cash prizes: Rs 51,000 first prize, Rs 31,000 second, and Rs 21,000 third, along with individual awards for best acting, direction, set design, lighting, background music, and scriptwriting. "This is a celebration of Maharashtra's rich theatre legacy. We are thrilled to begin the sammelan with this high-voltage artistic night," said Naresh Gadekar, vice president of Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Natya Parishad. Nine plays to be staged from this evening * Chaanu by Pro Eventis, Mumbai * Dark Age by Chandrastha Theatres, Nagpur * Madhumoh by Ith Iti Natya Kala Pratishthan, Amravati * Gatar by Bahujan Rangabhoomi, Nagpur * Lekhika by M Studio, Nagpur * Drushtant by Tandav Creation, Nagpur * Baap by Thoravi Theatres, Nagpur * Ithe Chool Konī Modū Naye by Nanya Parivar, Thane * The Deal by Neocast Theatre, Nagpur
