Actor and spiritual healer Smita Jayakar has opened up about her experiences attempting to assist the late Sushant Singh Rajput during his struggle with depression. In a recent interview, Jayakar recounted a visit she made to Mumbai’s Hinduja Hospital, where the actor was receiving treatment. The outreach was initiated by actor Rhea Chakraborty, who had previously worked with Jayakar on the film 'Sonali Cable' and remained in contact with her.
Jayakar noted that Chakraborty, remembering their past conversations regarding spiritual healing, contacted her to request support for Rajput. “I had gone to offer Sushant Singh Rajput healing when he was admitted to Hinduja Hospital. He was being treated for depression there. Rhea had called me,” Jayakar stated. During their interaction at the hospital, Jayakar observed that Rajput was receptive to the conversation and appeared to be in a positive frame of mind.
The possibility of further intervention was discussed, with a proposal that Rajput visit Jayakar's ashram for a structured healing process. Jayakar mentioned that the actor had initially agreed to the plan. However, the situation shifted shortly thereafter. “That night, Rhea messaged me saying, ‘Smita, he is dwindling again.’ It never happened, and I wish he had come,” Jayakar recalled. She expressed regret that the opportunity for them to reconnect and pursue the healing sessions did not materialize.
Reflecting on the period after Rajput’s passing, Jayakar expressed sorrow regarding the circumstances surrounding his death. She questioned why the actor had not reached out to her again, noting that she had genuinely hoped to offer him additional support. During her hospital visit, Jayakar described sharing a warm, personal moment with the actor, stating, “I gave him a nice, tight hug. I had always liked him as an actor.”
Rajput, widely known for his performances in films such as 'Kai Po Che!', 'MS Dhoni: The Untold Story', and 'Chhichhore', passed away at his Bandra residence in Mumbai on June 14, 2020, at the age of 34. His death, which occurred shortly before the release of his final project, 'Dil Bechara', triggered extensive media coverage and public discourse, alongside various official investigations into the circumstances of his life and health.
In the aftermath, Jayakar also spoke in defense of Rhea Chakraborty, who faced significant public scrutiny following the tragedy. Jayakar characterized Chakraborty’s efforts to seek help for her partner as genuine and well-intentioned. Recalling her professional association with the actor, Jayakar described her as a “very sweet girl” and expressed sympathy for the challenges she endured after the allegations surfaced following Rajput's death.
The account provided by Jayakar highlights the private efforts made by those in Rajput's circle during his final months. Her reflections underscore the complexities faced by both the actor and those around him as they navigated his health struggles. While the intended support at her ashram did not take place, Jayakar’s testimony remains a poignant reminder of the professional and personal connections formed during the actor’s career.
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