'Comedy Khiladigalu' star Siddhi dies by suicide; was battling depression
Chandrashekhar Siddhi, known for his standout run on Comedy Khiladigalu Season 3, has died by suicide at age 28.
His body was found in a forest near Kattige village on Thursday, July 31.
Siddhi had been dealing with depression linked to financial struggles and limited job opportunities after his reality TV fame.
Siddhi's family revealed he had been mentally distressed for months
After winning hearts in 2020 with his lively performances, Siddhi faced tough times finding steady workâeven after completing theater training.
He ended up doing daily wage jobs just to get by, and his family shared that he'd been mentally distressed for months.
The tragedy came to light when his wife discovered him in the forest.
Police are investigating, and the incident highlights how much mental health support and job security are needed in the entertainment industry.