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- News18
DYK Sushant Singh Rajput Cleared 11 Entrance Exams And Got A Stanford Offer?
Last Updated: Sushant Singh Rajput once revealed that his true dream was to become an astronomer. It's been five years since the tragic loss of Sushant Singh Rajput, a gifted actor whose untimely death in 2020 shook the nation and left millions mourning. While questions surrounding the circumstances of his passing still linger, Sushant's legacy endures through his work, his intellect, and the countless lives he inspired. His journey remains a powerful source of inspiration for fans and dreamers alike. More Than an Actor: Remembering Sushant Singh Rajput's Brilliant Mind and Many Talents Beyond his success on screen, Sushant Singh Rajput was a man of remarkable intellect and diverse talents. A true polymath, he excelled not just in acting but also in academics, science, and technology. According to The Times of India, Sushant secured an impressive All India Rank of 7 in the 2003 Delhi College of Engineering Entrance Exam. He went on to pursue mechanical engineering at Delhi College of Engineering (now Delhi Technological University), but left in his third year to chase his passion for acting. A National Olympiad winner in Physics, Sushant also cleared 11 engineering entrance exams, including the prestigious ISM Dhanbad. He also had a deep love for science, particularly astronomy. In a 2017 interview with Hindustan Times, Sushant Singh Rajput revealed that pursuing engineering had never been his ambition. The Shuddh Desi Romance actor shared that his true dream was to become an astronomer. 'Engineering wasn't my choice. I wanted to be an astronaut, and later, an Air Force pilot. I remember tearing up my Top Gun poster when my parents told me that was not going to happen. Apparently, I was going to be an engineer. Maybe the drama I did that day should've given everyone a clue! But truly, I was gutted," he told the publication. In the same interview, Sushant shared that even after securing a scholarship at Stanford University, he chose to follow his passion for the arts by joining Shiamak Davar's dance academy. He began his journey in showbiz as a background dancer and was part of the ensemble in the popular Dhoom Again track from the 2007 film Dhoom 2. Tragically, in June 2020, Sushant was found dead at his residence in Mumbai. According to his post-mortem report, conducted at Mumbai's Cooper Hospital, the cause of death was 'asphyxia due to hanging". First Published:
India.com
2 days ago
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- India.com
Sushant Singh Rajput 5th Death Anniversary: A Look Back At Kedarnath Actors Educational Achievements
Five years have passed since the heartbreaking death of Sushant Singh Rajput, a talented actor whose sudden demise in 2020 deeply affected the nation. Although uncertainties around the circumstances of his demise will always break our hearts, Sushant's legacy lives on through his remarkable work, sharp intellect, and the many lives he touched and inspired. Sushant Singh Rajput: A Star Beyong Acting Sushant was a remarkable actor and everyone loved his works but he was much more beyond the acting. He excelled not just in acting but also in academics,primarily in science and technology. According to a report by Times of India, He secured the All India Rank (AIR) 7 in 2003 in Delhi College of Engineering Entrance Exam. He enrolled in the mechanical engineering program at the institution, Delhi School of Engineering which is now known as Delhi Technological University. However, he chose to leave during his third year to follow his true passion for acting. He was also a National Olympiad winner in Physics. Additionally, he cleared 11 engineering entrance exams which included the very prestigious ISM Dhanbad. In 2017, in an interview with Hindustan Times Sushant revealed that his aim was never to become an engineer instead he wanted to become an Astronomer. He had a deep love for science and astronomy. 'Engineering wasn't my choice. I wanted to be an astronaut, and later, an Air Force pilot. I remember tearing up my Top Gun poster when my parents told me that was not going to happen. Apparently, I was going to be an engineer. Maybe the drama I did that day should've given everyone a clue! But truly, I was gutted," he said. He also added in the same interview that he secured the scholarship in the very prestigious Stanford University but he chose to follow his passion and enrolled himself into the Shiamak Davar's dance academy and then started his journey in Bollywood as a background dancer and he was part of the troupe featured in the famous "Dhoom Again" song from the 2007 film Dhoom 2 from where his remarkable acting journey started. Tragically, in June 2020, Sushant was discovered dead at his Mumbai residence. As per the post-mortem report the cause of death was identified as "asphyxia due to hanging." But his legacy will continue to live on in people's hearts through his impactful performances, intelligence, and the inspiration he provided to countless fans who admired his journey, talent, and passion.
