The sudden and tragic demise of Tollywood actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee has sent shockwaves through the industry. His long-time friend and colleague, Bhaswar Chatterjee, is struggling to come to terms with the loss. Speaking to the media, a tearful Bhaswar expressed his disbelief, stating that he initially thought the news was a cruel prank.

Their friendship dates back to 2005, beginning with the hit series ‘Khela’. From witnessing Rahul’s rise to stardom with ‘Chirodini Tumi Je Amar’ to his recent ventures into podcasting, Bhaswar has been a constant companion. “We recently played brothers in Ujaan Ganguly’s film. On the last day of the shoot, I insisted on taking a picture. I never thought it would be our final memory together,” Bhaswar shared emotionally.

When asked about the safety lapses leading to the incident, Bhaswar remained cautious, stating, “I wasn’t at the spot, so I can’t comment on the security arrangements. All I know is that I have lost my younger brother.” In a poignant social media post, he mentioned how Rahul’s soul might be watching his young son but can no longer reach out to him—a thought that haunts the actor. The industry mourns the loss of a powerhouse performer whose journey was cut tragically short.