Model and actor Sameer Sharma allegedly died by suicide at his residence in Mumbai. He was 44.

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A report on Mid-Day claims that his body was found hanging at this kitchen in his residence in Neha CHS building in Malad West, on Wednesday night, 5 August.

As per the Malad police, the watchman of the apartment was first to notice the body and bring it to the notice of the society members who alerted the cops, reportd Mid Day.

Sameer was staying in the apartment since February 2020. Based on the condition of the body, the police suspects the actor died two days ago. However, no suicide note has been discovered by the cops. 

"A case of accidental death has been registered and the body has been sent for autopsy," Mid Day quoted senior inspector George Fernandez, Malad police station, as saying.

Delhi-based Sameer Sharma made his television debut with STAR One's Dil Kya Chahta Hai. Thereafter, he was part of the Star family's soaps like Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Sssshhh Phir Koi Hai and Dil Kya Chahta Hai. Since then, he was part of over 15 TV shows.

He made his Bollywood debut with Hasee to Phasee. Currently, he was working on Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke.

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It may be recalled that Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput died of suicide at his Bandra residence on 14 June.