From Sampath Jayaram to Sounjanya: Young Kannada TV actors who died by suicide

Agnisakshi fame Sampath Jayaram's death has taken the industry by shock. The young actor died by suicide at his residence in Bengaluru and cops are still investigating the matter. Well, this is not the first time, the untimely demise of a Kannada celeb left the industry deeply saddened. The industry has lost a number of young talents in the past. Here's looking at the list of young Kannada TV actors who died by suicide.

Agnisakshi fame Sampath Jayaram reportedly died by suicide on April 22 in Bengaluru. He was 45. Going by the latest reports, the actor, who was last seen in the movie 'Balaji Photo Studio', was facing financial difficulties due to a lack of opportunities. Hence, decided on taking his own life. He was found dead in his Nelamangala residence on Saturday, April 22. His mortal remains have been kept at a private hospital in Nelamangala and will be later shifted to his home town of NR Pura for the final rites.

Kannada actress and former Bigg Boss Kannada contestant Jayashree Ramaiah was found dead at an old age and rehabilitation center in Bengaluru on January 25 afternoon. According to reports, Jayashree, who was battling depression, died by hanging herself.

Susheel Gowda reportedly died by suicide in his hometown Mandya. The actor, who was in her 30s, had acted in the TV serial Anthapura. Police are still investigating the reason behind his death.

In a shocking turn of incident, this evergreen actress was brought dead to the hospital. Reports showed that there were traces of chloroform in her body. However, the actual cause of her death is still unsolved. Rumors were rife that Hema was unhappy with her marriage; she lost in the elections, and there were allegations of prostitution against her too.

Kannada TV actress Soujanya died by suicide. According to reports, the actress hung herself to death in the confines of her apartment in Kumbalgodu, Bengaluru. The initial investigations revealed Soujanya was found hanging in her room. The police have identified that she has a tattoo on her leg as one of the marks for identification.