All Indian Cine Workers Call for Inquiry Into Alleged Suicide Case of Actress Sanchita Ugale

Mumbai: All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has urged Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to call for a high-level inquiry into the sudden and tragic death of actress Sanchita Ugale. Television actress Sanchita Ugale, known for her roles in popular serials such as ‘Kumkum Bhagya’ and ‘Wagle Ki Duniya’, was found dead at her home in Mumbai’s Nalasopara area on Monday, in an alleged suicide. The actor was 22 years old. According to the AICWA statement, the union has raised doubts over the alleged suicide of actress Sanchita Ugale amidst her success in the film industry. “The sudden and tragic death of actress Sanchita Ugale at the young age of 26 sent shockwaves through the Indian film and television industry. Sanchita was a talented artist who had worked in many notable projects including Kumkum Bhagya, Chhaava (2025), Dilwale Dulha Le Jayegi (TV Series), Wagle Ki Duniya, Silence: The Night Owl Bar Shootout (2024) and many others.”

They continued: “The news of his alleged suicide stunned the entire entertainment community. At a time when his career was steadily progressing and he was establishing a strong identity for himself in the industry, this heartbreaking development raised serious questions that deserve a fair, transparent and thorough investigation.” AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta has urged the Maharashtra CM to hold a high-level inquiry into the alleged suicide case of Sachita Ugale. AICWA wrote: “Actress Sanchita Ugale, a resident of Achole, Nalasopara East, Vasai Taluka, Palghar District, allegedly died by suicide at her residence. The circumstances surrounding the incident are now a matter of investigation. AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta has urged Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis Ji to initiate and secure a high-level investigation into the death of Sanchita Ugale. She has been handed over to justice.”

AICWA President wrote: “AICWA believes that every possible angle should be thoroughly investigated before any conclusion can be drawn. In recent years, the Indian entertainment industry has witnessed a large number of deaths and cases of alleged suicide. In many cases, questions raised by family members, colleagues and the public remained unanswered. Therefore, it is crucial that investigators examine all available evidence, circumstances and possible angles in this case with full transparency.” The press note also mentioned the actress’s Instagram story hours before the alleged suicide, pointing to unexplained changes in events. “Just a few hours before news of her alleged suicide emerged, Sanchita Ugale had shared a video featuring the song ‘Dapli Wale Dapli Baja’ on her Instagram Story,” AICWA wrote. The loss felt by Sanchita Ugale’s family cannot be expressed in words. No parent should have to endure the pain of losing a young daughter who had a promising future ahead of her. “The entire cinema community stands by his family during this difficult time.”

His untimely demise has created an irreplaceable void in the industry and he will always be remembered for his contribution, talent and dedication to his craft in Bollywood and the Hindi film industry. “AICWA also calls on the Government of Maharashtra and relevant authorities to set up a special committee to examine the increasing number of deaths and mental health-related crises reported in the entertainment industry,” he added.

According to the police, the incident took place on the evening of June 14 at Sai Santoshi Building in Achole village of East Nalasopara. Officials said Sanchita was found hanging from the ceiling fan in her bedroom using a sari. The room was locked from the inside. His family members took him to Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation hospital, where doctors declared him dead after examination. “The incident occurred between 7pm and 7.30pm on June 14. Sanchita locked the door from inside and hanged herself with a sari from the ceiling fan in her bedroom. She was taken for treatment to the Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation Hospital, where doctors declared her dead after examination. On June 15, on the complaint of the deceased’s father, Machinda Ugale, the Achole police registered a case of accidental death (ADR) under the Division. API from Achole Police Station “Section 194 of the Indian Civil Services Act (BNSS),” Vinod Bagh told media persons.