In another shocking news from the world of entertainment, Tamil TV actress VJ Chitra has allegedly committed suicide. She was 28.
A popular actor known for her role in Vijay TV's Pandian Stores series, she was reportedly found hanging at a five-star hotel in Nazarethpettai, Chennai.
Chitra finished shooting at EVP film city late night and had returned to her hotel room around 1 am, The News Minute reported.
“The hotel manager called the police helpline number 100 about 3.30 am on Wednesday. We are currently investigating the cause of her death,” the report quoted a police official as saying.
More details on her death is awaited.
Her family members, who also live in Chennai, have been informed and further investigation is underway.
Chitra is best known for her role in Pandian Stores series currently airing on Vijay TV. She was portraying the role of Mullai in the serial. She started her career as TV host and rose to become a popular actor. She was also said to have signed an upcoming Tamil film to portray a key role.
The news has evoked a strong reaction online, with many expressing consternation over her death.
Hours before her death, Chitra was active on social media and had even shared shared pictures of herself on Instagram.
A popular face in the Tamil TV industry, Chitra Kamaraj hosted shows on major language television channels, including Makkal TV, Jaya TV and Zee Tamizh. She also made regular appearances on TV serials, with Pandian Stores being the most popular among them.
Some of her other shows include Chinna Papa Periya Papa, Saravanan Meenatchi, Darling Darling and Velunachi.
