Pratyusha Banerjee was an Indian television actress who lived from 10 August 1991 until 1 April 2016. She had appeared in a number of reality and television series. Banerjee rose to prominence in the television serial Balika Vadhu in 2010. This was her first main part in the television series when she gained her household name “Anandi”. She took part in the reality show Bigg Boss 7. (2013).
Pratyusha Banerjee was born in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India on August 10, 1991. She had finished her primary and secondary schooling at the local school before enrolling at St. Xavier’s College in Kolkata. Pratyusha then relocated to Mumbai. She follows the Hindu religion.
Pratyusha Banerjee Bio/Wiki
Birth Name | Pratyusha Banerjee |
Nick Name | Piyu |
Age | 26 years (at the time of death) |
Religion | Hindu |
Sun Sign/Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Birth Place | Jamshedpur, Jharkand, India |
Date of Birth | 10 August 1991 |
Nationality | Indian |
Home Town | Jamshedpur, Jharkand, India |
Death Cause | Suicide |
Family |
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Mother's Name | Soma Banerjee |
Father's Name | Shankar Banerjee |
Brother | None |
Sister | None |
Boyfriends/Affairs |
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Affairs/Boyfriends | • Makrand Malhotra • Rahul Raj Singh |
Marital Status, Husband and Children |
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Husband/Spouse | Unmarried |
Marriage Date | None |
Children | None |
Education |
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School | Local School |
College/University | St. Xaviers College, Kolkata |
Debut | TV: Balika Vadhu |
Height, Weight, and Figure Measurements |
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Height (Approx.) | • in centimeters- 158 cm • in meters- 1.58 m • in Feet Inches- 5' 2" |
Weight (Approx.) | • in Kilograms- 53 Kg • in Pounds- 117 lbs |
Favourite Things |
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Food | Pani Puri |
Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
Actress | Kajol |
Perfume | Variety by CK |
Film | Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham |
Family
Shankar Banerjee is Pratyusha Banerjee’s father, and Soma Banerjee is her mother. She had no siblings; she was her parents’ sole kid. Before she moved to Mumbai, they used to live together in Jharkhand.
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Career
She began her career with a supporting part in Rakt Sambandh, which was followed by a role as Vaani (Akshara’s best friend, portrayed by Hina Khan) in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai on Star Plus.
She was cast as an adult version of Anandi in the 2010 Indian television series Balika Vadhu, replacing Avika Gor. According to the actress, she was picked through a talent search, beating out competitors Nivedita Tiwari of Lucknow and Ketaki Chitale of Mumbai. Banerjee took part in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa after the show’s popularity (season 5). She did, however, leave the dance exhibition because she was uneasy throughout the preparations.
Pratyusha was one of the most competitive candidates in the seventh season of Bigg Boss in 2013. She was in Power Couple with her partner Rahul Raj Singh. Banerjee has previously appeared in Hum Hain Na, Sasural Simar Ka, and Gulmohar Grand. Her most noteworthy role was in the series Balika Vadhu, where she was known as Anandi.
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Pratyusha Banerjee Death
Pratyusha Banerjee was brought to the hospital on April 1, 2016, due to her condition following a suicide attempt. She was a well-known actress who has been working on several projects and recently committed herself. Pratyusha Banerjee was discovered hanging from a ceiling fan at her home. Her close pals stated that she was depressed about her relationship and was concerned about her future in it. Her friend, director Vikas Gupta, spoke to the media about her relationship with her boyfriend, Rahul Raj Singh, and stated, “She was doing very well professionally. She had enough of employment; she had made a lot of money, and Rahul had taken care of her finances. She was not depressed in the least”.
Pratyusha’s Best Friend Leena appeared in public and spoke to the media about her phone call with Pratyusha the day before her suicide. She stated. “Prior to her suicide, she contacted me at 3 a.m. and was sobbing uncontrollably. ‘I can’t live my life like this, and I want to get out of it,’ she added. She stated that she wants to fight back and get out of it. She only wanted to marry Rahul and have a child; that was her plan”.
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Pratyusha Banerjee TV Shows and Awards
Television | ||
Year | Title | Role |
2010 | Rakt Sambandh | Priya Jagirdar |
2010 | Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai | Vaani |
2010–13 | Balika Vadhu | Anandi Jagdish Singh/ Anandi Shivraj Shekhar |
2011 | Kitchen Champion Season 4 | Guest |
2012 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 5 | Contestant |
2013 | Bigg Boss 7 | Contestant |
2014 | Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya | - |
2014 | Savdhaan India | Host |
2014–15 | Hum Hain Na | Sagarika Mishra |
2014 | Kaun Banega Crorepati 8 | Guest |
2015 | Killerr Karaoke Atka Toh Latkah | Guest |
2015 | Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyaar | Guest |
2015 | Comedy Classes | Balika Sidhu |
2015 | Gulmohar Grand | Parinda Pathak |
2015 | Sasural Simar Ka | Mohini |
2015 | Swaragini - Jodein Rishton Ke Sur | Guest (as Mohini) |
2015 | Kumkum Bhagya | Guest |
2015 | Aahat | - |
2015 | Bad Company | Guest |
2015 | Power Couple | Contestant |
2016 | Adhuri Kahaani Hamari | Naagin |
2016 | Yeh Vaada Raha | Guest |
Awards | ||
Year | Award | Won/Nominated |
2010 | Indian Telly Awards | Nominated |
2012 | Indian Telly Awards | Nominated |
2012 | People's Choice Awards India | Nominated |
2012 | BIG Star Entertainment Awards | Won |
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Pratyusha Banerjee Net Worth
Her net worth at the time of her death is around INR 1-2 Crores as of 2016. Her significant income source was from being a professional TV actress and model.
Estimated Net Worth at the Time of Death (Approx) | INR 1-2 crores |
Salary Per Year | INR 20-30 K per episode |
Income Source | TV Actress |
Endorsements | L'Oreal |
FAQs
Pratyusha Banerjee left the world at the age of 24. On April 1, 2016, she committed herself by hanging herself from the ceiling fan at her apartment. The news of Pratyusha’s death shocked the whole television business. The treachery found in love was the cause of his death.
She died on April 1, 2016.
She was 26 years old at the time of death.