Tragic End for Mumbai Actress: Depression and Isolation Lead to Suicide

Mumbai: In a tragic incident, actress Noor Malabika Das, known for her roles in several web series, ended her life by suicide in her rented flat in Andheri’s Lokhandwala. The heartbreaking event came to light on June 7, when a neighbor, suspicious due to a foul odor emanating from Das’s flat, alerted the authorities. The Oshiwara police, upon arrival and forced entry, discovered the decomposed body of the 31-year-old actress hanging from the ceiling.

Discovery and Investigation

The police investigation revealed that Das’s parents had been staying with her but had returned to their hometown in Assam just ten days prior to the incident. Preliminary findings suggest that Das may have been struggling with depression, exacerbated by a lack of work since her last appearance in the web series “The Trial,” which featured actress Kajol in the lead role. The Oshiwara police have registered the case as an accidental death due to suicide.

“Das had been residing in the flat for the last 12 months and her leave and license agreement was supposed to end this August. The flat owner stays in France. We found anti-depression tablets from Das’s flat, which she has been taking for the last six months. So far, no foul play was observed,” stated Oshiwara police senior inspector Mohan Patil.

Lack of Family Support

Das, who hailed from Assam, was an actress and former air hostess. She lived alone in the flat when she took the extreme step. Despite the police contacting her family, no relatives came forward to claim her body. The Oshiwara police, with the assistance of an NGO, conducted the cremation.

Career and Struggles

Noor Malabika Das had appeared in several Hindi web series, including “Siskiyaan,” “Walkaman Upaya,” and “Charamsukh.” Her last assignment was a supporting role in the web series “The Trial.” However, a lack of subsequent work assignments seemed to have contributed to her depression and eventual decision to end her life.

Mental Health Support

The incident underscores the importance of mental health awareness and support. For those struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts, several helplines are available for assistance:

• Samaritans Mumbai: 84229 84528 / 84229 84529 / 84229 84530
• AASRA (Suicide Prevention and Counselling NGO): 9820466726
• iCall (Tata Institute of Social Sciences): 9152987821 / 022-25563291
• Vandrewala Foundation: 1860 266 2345 & 022-25706000
• BMC Helpline: 022-24131212 / 91-2224131212

This tragic incident serves as a grim reminder of the isolation and mental health challenges faced by many in the entertainment industry. It highlights the need for increased support systems and open conversations about mental health to prevent such devastating outcomes in the future.