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Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taali actress Sheetal Kale escapes Kedarnath crash by chance: 'Me and my family were supposed to be on that same helicopter'
Sheetal Kale, best known for her impactful portrayal of Nargis in Sushmita Sen 's Taali, has opened up about narrowly escaping the recent Kedarnath helicopter crash. The actress recently took to social media to share a chilling revelation — she and her family were supposed to be on the same helicopter that tragically crashed in Kedarnath on June 15, claiming the lives of seven people, including a child and the pilot. In an emotional Instagram story, Sheetal reflected on the incident and the twist of fate that saved her life. 'My heart goes out to all the families who lost their loved ones," she wrote. 'What's even more shocking is that me and my family were supposed to be on that same helicopter, on the same day.' The actress went on to explain how everything had been planned for the spiritual trip, but her mother's sudden illness forced them to cancel. 'At the time, I was disappointed… now, I believe it was nothing short of divine intervention. That twist of fate saved our lives," she said, adding, 'Being alive is the biggest blessing.' The ill-fated chopper reportedly crashed in the forests of Gauri Mai Khark between Gaurikund and Triyuginarayan due to poor weather conditions. The tragic accident, which occurred around 5:30 am, has left devotees and citizens across the country in shock. Sheetal Kale rose to fame with Taali, a series based on the life of transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant. She has also appeared in popular shows like Jai Chhathi Maa and Mirzapur.


News18
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Sheetal Kale Reveals She Was Supposed To Be On Crashed Kedarnath Helicopter: 'It Was Fate'
Last Updated: Taali actress Sheetal Kale reveals she narrowly escaped the Kedarnath helicopter crash that killed seven. 'It was divine intervention,' she says, after a last-minute cancellation. Actor Sheetal Kale, known for her powerful role as Nargis in Sushmita Sen's Taali, recently took to social media to reveal a chilling twist of fate—she and her family were meant to be aboard the same helicopter that tragically crashed in Kedarnath on June 15, claiming seven lives, including that of a child and the pilot. In a heartfelt Instagram story, Sheetal recounted the series of events that led to a last-minute cancellation of the ride. 'My heart goes out to all the families who lost their loved ones," she wrote. 'What's even more shocking is me and my family were supposed to be on that same helicopter, on the same day." The actress explained that everything was planned for the spiritual journey to Kedarnath, but her mother's sudden illness forced them to cancel. 'At the time, I was disappointed… now, I believe it was nothing short of divine intervention. That twist of fate saved our lives," she said, reflecting on the fragility of life. 'Being alive is the biggest blessing." The ill-fated chopper crashed in the forests of Gauri Mai Khark between Gaurikund and Triyuginarayan due to poor weather conditions. The tragic accident, reported around 5:30 am, has shaken many devotees and citizens across the country. Sheetal, who received recognition for her role in Taali, a show based on the life of transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant, has also featured in popular series like Jai Chhathi Maa and Mirzapur. Her emotional revelation has struck a chord with fans, serving as a poignant reminder of life's unpredictability and grace. First Published: