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Anuj Thakur Cause of Death: TV Actor Dies at 33. His Last Instagram Post From South Africa Trip Goes Viral

Rupesh Sonar said he met the actor 10 days earlier, and family members found him dead after he did not wake from sleep.

  • Actor Anuj Thakur, 33, passed away on October 27, 2026, after suffering a seizure at his home in Oshiwara, Mumbai. His mother discovered him unresponsive after he failed to wake for his 4:30 a.m. routine.
  • Known for his roles in 'Bandhan Saath Janmon Ka', 'Dhoom Machao Dhoom', 'Beendh Banoonga Ghodi Chadunga', and 'Mahisagar', Anuj was remembered by industry peers for his respectful demeanor and professionalism.
  • Casting director and friend Rupesh Sonar confirmed the news, recalling he met Anuj just 10 days prior. Rupesh noted that the actor was enthusiastically planning a career comeback.
  • Fellow actors expressed shock at the news. TV actor Vaqaur Shaikh remembered Anuj as a 'very sweet and nice guy', while Bigg Boss 18 star Yamini Malhotra shared her disbelief online.
  • Rupesh visited the family, including Anuj's mother and brother, on Saturday to pay respects. The casting director learned of the tragic loss from a common friend on Friday night.
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Actor Anuj Thakur Passed Away: Renowned TV actor Anuj Thakur is no more. He passed away suddenly at the age of 33. Anuj went to sleep last night but never woke up. He breathed his last in his sleep.

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TV9 Marathi broke the news on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
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