4 days after Sidharth Shukla's death, family releases statement and requests 'privacy to grieve'
By ET Online | Updated:
The 'Balika Vadhu' star passed away on September 2 at the age of 40.
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The family thanked all his well-wishers for being part of Shukla's journey and showering him with unconditional love.
Shukla, the winner of 'Bigg Boss 13', was rushed to Mumbai's Cooper hospital on Thursday where he was declared brought dead.
He was cremated on Friday evening at Mumbai's Oshiware crematorium in the presence of his mother, sisters and rumoured girlfriend Shehnaaz Kaur Gill.
Sidharth Shukla's family on Monday issued first statement since the sudden passing of the actor on Thursday. Shukla, who was rushed to the hospital in Mumbai on September 2 after he complained of complications a night before, was declared brought dead by the hospital authorities. He was 40.
While his fans across the nation and colleagues from the industry are still recovering from the shocking news, his family has thanked the well-wishers who were part of Shukla's journey and for showering the actor with their unconditional love. They also requested privacy to mourn the actor's death.
“It definitely doesn’t end here as he now resides in our hearts forever! Sidharth valued his privacy, hence we request you to allow our family the privacy to grieve,” the statement released on Monday read.
The actor's family also thanked Mumbai Police for compassion, protection and sensitivity as the family recovers from a grim loss. “They have been like a shield, protecting us and standing by us every minute of the day! Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. Om Shanti -The Shukla Family,” it added. The statement released by Sidharth Shukla's family.Shukla, who started as a model and went ahead to become a household name in India as he conquered the world of television, was cremated on Friday evening at Mumbai's Oshiwara crematorium. Shukla's mother Rita Shukla, sisters and rumoured girlfriend Shehnaaz Kaur Gill, who was accompanied by her brother Shehbaz were present at the crematorium.
While foul play has been ruled out in the matter, the exact reason behind his sudden demise has not been clarified yet. However, several reports suggest that the 'Balika Vadhu' star died due to a heart attack.
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TV and film actor Sidharth Shukla, who gained major recognition for his role in TV show 'Balika Vadhu', passed away on Thursday. He was 40. The actor was rushed to the Cooper Hospital in Juhu on Thursday morning after having a heart attack where he was declared dead on arrival. The 'Big Boss 13' winner is survived by his mother and two sisters.
TV and film actor Sidharth Shukla, who gained major recognition for his role in TV show 'Balika Vadhu', passed away on Thursday. He was 40. The actor was rushed to the Cooper Hospital in Juhu on Thur..
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Shukla, who became a household name and a huge TV personality, started his career as a model. He made his acting debut with a lead role in the TV series called 'Babul Ka Aangann Chootey Na' in 2008. That was just the beginning for the actor who later appeared in several TV shows such as 'Jaane Pehchaane Se.... Ye Ajnabbi', 'Love U Zindagi', 'Sasural Simar Ka' and also the very famous show 'Balika Vadhu', which gave Shukla's career a major push.
Shukla, who became a household name and a huge TV personality, started his career as a model. He made his acting debut with a lead role in the TV series called 'Babul Ka Aangann Chootey Na' in 2008. ..
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After making a name for himself on the small screen with several hit shows, Shukla got his first film in Bollywood in 2014. The actor made his debut on the silver screen with film-maker Karan Johar's 'Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania' where Shukla had a supporting role opposite Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt. Shukla won the 'Breakthrough Supporting Performance' award in 2015 for his role in the film.
After making a name for himself on the small screen with several hit shows, Shukla got his first film in Bollywood in 2014. The actor made his debut on the silver screen with film-maker Karan Johar's..
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For Shukla, there was no limit when it came to winning the hearts of audiences. In 2013, the actor appeared in the sixth season of dance reality show 'Jhalak Dikhhla Ja' which was judged by Madhuri Dixit, Karan Johar and Remo D'Souza. While the actor didn't win the show, he surely won his fans all over again. In 2014, Shukla appeared in his second reality show, this time as a host for 'Savdhaan India'.
Shukla then bid adieu to 'Balika Vadhu' in 2015 and hosted 'India's Got Talent 6 before entering stunt reality how 'Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 7' in 2016 where he emerged as the winner. Later, Shukla returned as the host for 'India's Got Talent 7'. In 2019, the actor entered 'Bigg Boss' house for season 13 and came out as the winner of the show.
For Shukla, there was no limit when it came to winning the hearts of audiences. In 2013, the actor appeared in the sixth season of dance reality show 'Jhalak Dikhhla Ja' which was judged by Madhuri D..
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Just like several achievements and fame, the late actor also fell into a lot of trouble. In the past, the actor has been arrested for rash driving, which resulted in an accident as he hit three vehicles.
In 2014, the actor was caught drunk driving and had to pay penalty for the offence. There were also reports of Shukla being unprofessional on sets and rude to his co-stars, often making impolite remarks during shootings. Some of the actors who worked with him, have even alleged that the actor had a tantrum and would often touch his female actresses inappropriately.
Just like several achievements and fame, the late actor also fell into a lot of trouble. In the past, the actor has been arrested for rash driving, which resulted in an accident as he hit three vehic..
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Shukla had a strong presence on the Internet. tThe actor was pretty active on social media and kept his fans updated on his life and work. On Instagram, the actor has over 3.8 million followers who'd shower him with love every time he posted a picture or a video on his official account.
Shukla had a strong presence on the Internet. tThe actor was pretty active on social media and kept his fans updated on his life and work. On Instagram, the actor has over 3.8 million followers who'd..
'Gone too soon' A teary-eye Karan Johar on Sunday paid an emotional tribute to the late actor on 'Bigg Boss OTT'. The film-maker said that the 'Balika Vadhu' star will forever be missed. Johar said he was still so numb after hearing about the actor's passing that he "couldn't breathe". "This is something we are all still finding hard to believe. It is like I am numb, I can't even breathe." Shukla had appeared on season 13 of 'Bigg Boss' where he emerged as the winner of the show.
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The show's host and superstar Salman Khan, too, mourned the actor's death. "Gone too soon Siddharth.. u shall be missed. Condolences to the family .. RIP," Salman Khan wrote on Twitter.
Global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas on Friday condoled Shukla sudden demise. "Gone too soon," she wrote.
Taking to her Twitter handle, Chopra added: "Legacy is not leaving something for people. It's leaving something in people. - Peter Strople. Deepest condolences to his family, friends and fans. Om Shanti."
“Legacy is not leaving something for people. It’s leaving something in people.” - Peter StropleGone too soon… https://t.co/RsXuEYXTqB
