Actor Ananya Raj, known for 'The Final Exit' and 'Ghost', passes away at 35

Ananya Raj died in her sleep in the early hours of July 15, according to a statement shared by her family on Instagram more than a month after her death. | Photo Credit: Ananya Raj/Instagram Actor Ananya Raj, known for working in movies such as 7 Hours To Go, The Final Exit and Ghost, died last month, her family has said.The 35-year-old actor died in her sleep in the early hours of July 15, according to a statement shared by her family on Instagram more than a month after her death."With great pain, we have to announce that Ananya passed away in the wee hours of 15th July. She passed away peacefully in sleep."For over a year she was going through physical and mental discomfort. And she fought like a warrior to overcome them. She was a strong spirited girl and lived like a Queen," read the statement.The family further said they wished to maintain privacy during a difficult period.Raj began her Bollywood career with 7 Hours to Go in 2016, followed by The Final Exit in 2017 and Ghost in 2019. She also appeared in music videos for labels including T-Series, Zee Music and Times Music. Published - August 17, 2026 04:32 pm IST