Key Points:
- CBI Closure Report Filed: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has officially closed its probe into Sushant Singh Rajput’s death, ruling out any conspiracy.
- Rhea Chakraborty Cleared: The actor’s ex-girlfriend and her family have been given a clean chit after years of allegations.
- Family’s Disappointment: Sushant’s father, K.K. Singh, expressed dissatisfaction with the investigation and reiterated his belief that it wasn’t a suicide.
Mumbai: After nearly five years of investigation, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed its closure report in the case of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput’s death. The report concludes there was no evidence of foul play or conspiracy in the 34-year-old actor’s demise on June 14, 2020. The CBI has also cleared actress Rhea Chakraborty and her family, who had faced accusations from Sushant’s family of abetment to suicide and financial mismanagement.
The closure report was submitted to a special court in Mumbai. It supports the findings of the initial investigation by Mumbai Police, which had ruled Sushant’s death as suicide caused by asphyxia due to hanging. Forensic experts from AIIMS also confirmed there was no evidence of poisoning or strangulation.
Rhea Chakraborty Gets a Clean Chit
Rhea Chakraborty, who was Sushant’s girlfriend at the time of his death, had faced intense media scrutiny and legal battles. She spent 27 days in jail after being accused by Sushant’s father, K.K. Singh, of abetment to suicide and financial fraud. However, the CBI found no evidence to support these allegations. Rhea’s lawyer stated that she and her family endured “untold miseries” during this period but maintained their silence throughout.
Family’s Reaction
Sushant Singh Rajput’s father, K.K. Singh, expressed disappointment with the investigation’s outcome. He has long maintained that his son could not have died by suicide and hoped for a different conclusion from the courts. Singh had initially filed an FIR in Patna against Rhea Chakraborty and others, alleging abetment to suicide and financial fraud.
Timeline of Events
- June 14, 2020: Sushant Singh Rajput was found dead in his Bandra apartment in Mumbai. No suicide note was recovered.
- Initial Investigation: Mumbai Police ruled it a case of suicide but faced criticism for alleged lapses.
- August 2020: Following an FIR by K.K. Singh in Patna, the Supreme Court directed the CBI to take over the case.
- March 2025: After examining forensic evidence and statements from those close to Sushant, the CBI filed its closure report ruling out foul play.
Sushant’s Legacy
Sushant Singh Rajput began his career with television hits like Pavitra Rishta before transitioning to Bollywood with Kai Po Che! (2013). He gained widespread acclaim for films like M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, Chhichhore, and Kedarnath. His untimely death sent shockwaves across India and sparked debates on mental health and nepotism in Bollywood.
Despite the closure of this case, Sushant’s fans continue to celebrate his work and cherish his legacy as one of Bollywood’s most promising talents.
