Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee died in a tragic incident after drowning at Talsari beach in Odisha on Sunday. The 43-year-old actor was filming for his Star Jalsha series Bholebaba Paar Karega when the incident occurred. While some reports claim that Rahul, who did not know how to swim, stepped away from the set to go to the beach, others say that he fell from a boat into the sea. His wife, Priyanka Sarkar, has now issued an official statement after his death.

Rahul Arunoday Banerjee's wife Priyanka Sarkar issues a statement

Taking to her Instagram account, Priyanka wrote, “This is a time of immense grief and deep despair for us. In this difficult moment, we sincerely request space and privacy. There is a child, a mother, a family, and loved ones trying to navigate this loss together. We kindly urge our friends and colleagues in the media to respect our boundaries, refrain from intrusion, and allow us the dignity to grieve in peace.”