Stay, fight, speak: Actor Jyotsna's emotional post after Sanchita Ugale's death
Television actor Sanchita Ugale died in Mumbai on 14 June, and police are investigating the circumstances. Her death drew grief from colleagues, while posts by Jyothsna Channdola Singh highlighted mental pressure and the need to listen.
Television actor Jyotsna Chandola has shared an emotional video following the death of her co-actor Sanchita Ugale. Sanchita, known for her work in shows such as Kumkum Bhagya and Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi, died by suicide. She was 22.
Her death has left members of the television industry grieving, with several actors expressing their sorrow. Actor Jyotsna Channdola Singh shared a tearful video after the news broke and spoke about mental pressure, saying people should not take someone’s distress lightly when they choose to speak about it.
Sanchita Ugale died on June 14, 2026, in Mumbai. She was found at her residence in Nalasopara East and was later declared dead at a local hospital. Police have registered a case and an investigation is underway.
Jyotsna added that people often dismiss others' feelings by telling them they are overreacting to small issues. According to her, what may seem like a minor problem to one person could be deeply troubling for someone else.
The Sasural Simar Ka actor also revealed that she had not spoken to Sanchita for about a month before her death. She said she wished they had been in touch and wondered whether her friend might have shared something that could have helped.
"Please don't ask me what happened, how it happened or why it happened. I only hope she is at peace wherever she is. When someone shares their problems with you, don't take them lightly," she said.
Sharing the video, Jyotsna wrote in the caption that mental health is very serious and that greater awareness can make a difference. She said she is not someone who usually posts such videos and might delete it soon, but felt like speaking from the heart.
She wrote, ‘Rest in peace @sanchita_ugale. You would have done amazing in life and you know that. Personally, I never asked you too much, I only said as much as I felt I should. Sometimes it feels difficult to know whether such things should be explained or not. I hope you know now that doing this does not make anything right. My only prayer now is that wherever you are, you make a new beginning there. May God stand by you on this journey and give strength to your family.’
In another post on her Instagram Story, Jyotsna wrote that "looking happy is not the criteria" and asked people to understand that a lot happens in life. She urged people to stay, fight, and tackle their thoughts. She said it is not easy, but added that if people are aware, they can try to cope. She also asked those who are feeling sad or frustrated to seek help, adding that she, too, has taken help when needed.
Ugale began her acting journey on television and gradually became a familiar face. She was best known for playing Diya Tandon in Kumkum Bhagya, one of Indian television’s longest-running dramas. Apart from television, she also worked in films and appeared in projects such as Chhaava and Silence 2.
Ugale’s death has prompted an outpouring of grief from colleagues, while Jyotsna's posts have drawn attention to the seriousness of mental pressure and the need to listen when someone shares their struggles. Police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ugale’s death.
Television actor Jyotsna Chandola has shared an emotional video following the death of her co-actor Sanchita Ugale. Sanchita, known for her work in shows such as Kumkum Bhagya and Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi, died by suicide. She was 22.
Her death has left members of the television industry grieving, with several actors expressing their sorrow. Actor Jyotsna Channdola Singh shared a tearful video after the news broke and spoke about mental pressure, saying people should not take someone’s distress lightly when they choose to speak about it.
Sanchita Ugale died on June 14, 2026, in Mumbai. She was found at her residence in Nalasopara East and was later declared dead at a local hospital. Police have registered a case and an investigation is underway.
Jyotsna added that people often dismiss others' feelings by telling them they are overreacting to small issues. According to her, what may seem like a minor problem to one person could be deeply troubling for someone else.
The Sasural Simar Ka actor also revealed that she had not spoken to Sanchita for about a month before her death. She said she wished they had been in touch and wondered whether her friend might have shared something that could have helped.
"Please don't ask me what happened, how it happened or why it happened. I only hope she is at peace wherever she is. When someone shares their problems with you, don't take them lightly," she said.
Sharing the video, Jyotsna wrote in the caption that mental health is very serious and that greater awareness can make a difference. She said she is not someone who usually posts such videos and might delete it soon, but felt like speaking from the heart.
She wrote, ‘Rest in peace @sanchita_ugale. You would have done amazing in life and you know that. Personally, I never asked you too much, I only said as much as I felt I should. Sometimes it feels difficult to know whether such things should be explained or not. I hope you know now that doing this does not make anything right. My only prayer now is that wherever you are, you make a new beginning there. May God stand by you on this journey and give strength to your family.’
In another post on her Instagram Story, Jyotsna wrote that "looking happy is not the criteria" and asked people to understand that a lot happens in life. She urged people to stay, fight, and tackle their thoughts. She said it is not easy, but added that if people are aware, they can try to cope. She also asked those who are feeling sad or frustrated to seek help, adding that she, too, has taken help when needed.
Ugale began her acting journey on television and gradually became a familiar face. She was best known for playing Diya Tandon in Kumkum Bhagya, one of Indian television’s longest-running dramas. Apart from television, she also worked in films and appeared in projects such as Chhaava and Silence 2.
Ugale’s death has prompted an outpouring of grief from colleagues, while Jyotsna's posts have drawn attention to the seriousness of mental pressure and the need to listen when someone shares their struggles. Police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ugale’s death.
