She had no godfather: Actor Sanchita Ugale's grandfather recalls her rise to fame
Sanchita Ugale's grandfather has opened up about the late actor's rise to fame, her popularity as 'Pooja' and the questions that continue to haunt her family after her death.
Actor Sanchita Ugale's grandfather, Gopinath, has paid an emotional tribute to the 22-year-old. He said she built a successful television career through hard work and talent alone. According to him, she had no industry mentor or "godfather" backing her journey.
Speaking to the media after Sanchita's death on June 14, Gopinath described her as an exceptionally gifted young woman who earned recognition entirely on her own merit. As the family continues to grapple with the tragedy, he said they remain unable to understand what she may have been experiencing mentally in the days leading up to her death.
What did Sanchita's grandfather say about her career?
Recalling her journey in the entertainment industry, Gopinath said Sanchita had achieved everything through determination and dedication. He stressed that she had no major disputes with anyone and that nothing appeared to be lacking in her life.
Calling her "very capable", he said she had brought pride to her family and become a well-known figure across Ahmednagar district through her work in television.
According to him, her success was the result of her own efforts rather than industry connections.
"We still do not know what she was going through mentally or what the real issue was. She had no disputes with anyone, and nobody ever spoke ill of her. There was nothing lacking in her life. Everything she achieved came through her own hard work and determination. She was an exceptionally capable young woman who had made a name for herself not just across our taluka, but throughout Ahmednagar district," he said.
Why was she known as 'Pooja' among viewers?
Gopinath also reflected on the immense popularity Sanchita gained for portraying Pooja in the television serial Saajan Ghar. He said the character became so widely recognised that many people knew her by the screen name rather than her real one.
According to him, relatives, acquaintances and viewers across the district would often refer to her simply as "Pooja", highlighting the lasting impact of the role on audiences.
What do police say about the case?
According to police officials, the incident took place on June 14 at Sanchita's residence in Nalasopara East. Family members rushed her to a nearby hospital after finding her, but doctors pronounced her dead on arrival.
Police have registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita following a complaint lodged by her father, Machhindra Ugale. Authorities said they are examining all possible angles and that the investigation remains ongoing.
About Sanchita
Sanchita was best known for playing Diya Tandon in Kumkum Bhagya. She also appeared in Wagle Ki Duniya as Ruchita Jaitley and later starred in Dangal TV's Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi opposite Sorab Bedi.
Actor Sanchita Ugale's grandfather, Gopinath, has paid an emotional tribute to the 22-year-old. He said she built a successful television career through hard work and talent alone. According to him, she had no industry mentor or "godfather" backing her journey.
Speaking to the media after Sanchita's death on June 14, Gopinath described her as an exceptionally gifted young woman who earned recognition entirely on her own merit. As the family continues to grapple with the tragedy, he said they remain unable to understand what she may have been experiencing mentally in the days leading up to her death.
What did Sanchita's grandfather say about her career?
Recalling her journey in the entertainment industry, Gopinath said Sanchita had achieved everything through determination and dedication. He stressed that she had no major disputes with anyone and that nothing appeared to be lacking in her life.
Calling her "very capable", he said she had brought pride to her family and become a well-known figure across Ahmednagar district through her work in television.
According to him, her success was the result of her own efforts rather than industry connections.
"We still do not know what she was going through mentally or what the real issue was. She had no disputes with anyone, and nobody ever spoke ill of her. There was nothing lacking in her life. Everything she achieved came through her own hard work and determination. She was an exceptionally capable young woman who had made a name for herself not just across our taluka, but throughout Ahmednagar district," he said.
Why was she known as 'Pooja' among viewers?
Gopinath also reflected on the immense popularity Sanchita gained for portraying Pooja in the television serial Saajan Ghar. He said the character became so widely recognised that many people knew her by the screen name rather than her real one.
According to him, relatives, acquaintances and viewers across the district would often refer to her simply as "Pooja", highlighting the lasting impact of the role on audiences.
What do police say about the case?
According to police officials, the incident took place on June 14 at Sanchita's residence in Nalasopara East. Family members rushed her to a nearby hospital after finding her, but doctors pronounced her dead on arrival.
Police have registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita following a complaint lodged by her father, Machhindra Ugale. Authorities said they are examining all possible angles and that the investigation remains ongoing.
About Sanchita
Sanchita was best known for playing Diya Tandon in Kumkum Bhagya. She also appeared in Wagle Ki Duniya as Ruchita Jaitley and later starred in Dangal TV's Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi opposite Sorab Bedi.
