Phogat sisters mourn the passing of 'Dangal' child star Suhani Bhatnagar

Commonwealth Games triple medalist and Arjuna Award-winning Olympian, Babita Phogat, has expressed her shock and sadness at the unexpected passing of Suhani Bhatnagar, who played her younger self in the 2016 film ‘Dangal’. The biographical sports drama narrates the story of Geeta and Babita Phogat, the first Indian women wrestlers to compete internationally and win medals.

Babita took to social media to convey her condolences, expressing disbelief and shock at the news of Suhani’s untimely demise. She also offered prayers for Suhani’s family and fans, urging them to find the strength to bear the loss.

Suhani’s role in ‘Dangal’ earned her opportunities in ad commercials, but she later withdrew from the spotlight to focus on her studies. Tragically, she was diagnosed with dermatomyositis, a rare autoimmune condition, which led to complications and her eventual passing at the age of 19.

Geeta Phogat, Babita’s elder sister and India’s first Commonwealth Games gold medal-winning woman wrestler, also shared similar sentiments on social media, mourning the loss of Suhani.

The sudden loss of Suhani Bhatnagar has left the film industry and fans in shock. The young talent’s promising future was cut short, highlighting the fragility of life and the impact of unforeseen health conditions. Suhani’s contributions to ‘Dangal’ will be remembered as a testament to her talent and potential.

The passing of Suhani Bhatnagar has brought to light the devastating consequences of autoimmune conditions and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. As her family and fans mourn her loss, her legacy as a young talent in the film industry will continue to be cherished.

The cause of her passing and the effect of her tragic demise will continue to be felt within the industry and beyond. The impact of her talents and the potential she exhibited in her short career will continue to resonate with all who knew her and admired her work in ‘Dangal’.

The loss of Suhani Bhatnagar serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of life and the need for greater awareness and research into rare medical conditions. The film industry and fans of ‘Dangal’ will continue to remember Suhani for her contributions to the acclaimed movie and her talent as a promising young actress.

Our hearts go out to the family, friends, and fans of Suhani Bhatnagar during this difficult time as they come to terms with the loss of a young talent whose potential was tragically cut short.