TV actor Anuj Thakur dies at 33 after seizure in Mumbai, friend confirms

TV actor Anuj Thakur died at the age of 33 at his home in Oshiwara, Mumbai. He died in his sleep in the early hours of Tuesday, October 27, reportedly after suffering a seizure. His close friend and casting director Rupesh Sonar confirmed the news to India Today, sharing that Thakur's family is in a state of shock over his sudden death and has requested privacy.Thakur was known for his work in Dhoom Machao Dhoom, Bandhan Saath Janmon Ka, Beendh Banoonga Ghodi Chadunga and Mahisagar."Anuj had been away from the industry for a while, but we had been in touch. I had met him 10 days before his death. I was trying to reach him on Friday when his family answered the call and informed me about his demise. I met the family, who told me that he had probably suffered a seizure and passed away in his sleep," he said.His alarm went off in the morning, and when his mother went to check on him, she found him unresponsive. He had suffered another seizure earlier this year and had been taking medication for it. This time, probably because he was alone, he could not be saved," Sonar added. According to the casting director, Anuj Thakur's family is in Haridwar for his last rites. Remembering him as a positive and happy person, Sonar said he was yet to come to terms with his loss.Rupesh Sonar also posted a tribute on Instagram, writing, "Still can’t believe that you are no longer with us. You were not just a friend but like a little brother to me. We had so many projects planned together, and I still remember witnessing your struggles during your initial days and seeing your journey (sic)."Life is truly unpredictable. It’s heartbreaking to accept that you are gone so soon. This news feels unreal. You will always be remembered, brother. Rest in peace. Tuesday morning (sic)," he concluded.- Ends