History of Sushant Singh Rajput in Timeline

Sushant Singh Rajput was a prominent Indian actor known for his contributions to Hindi cinema. His notable roles in commercially successful films like "M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story," "Kedarnath," and "Chhichhore" earned him accolades, including a Screen Award and three Filmfare Awards nominations. His influence extended beyond acting, as evidenced by his two-time appearance on Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list.

January 1986: Birth of Sushant Singh Rajput

Sushant Singh Rajput was born in January 1986.

2001: 2001 Gujarat Earthquake (Context of "Kai Po Che!")

The film "Kai Po Che!" in which Sushant Singh Rajput starred, dealt with the impact of the 2001 Gujarat earthquake on the lives of three friends.

2002: Family's Move to Delhi

Sushant Singh Rajput's family moved to Delhi in 2002 after his mother's death.

2002: 2002 Gujarat Riots (Context of "Kai Po Che!")

The film "Kai Po Che!" in which Sushant Singh Rajput starred, dealt with the impact of the 2002 Gujarat riots on the lives of three friends.

2006: Pursuing Arts and Performance

Sushant Singh Rajput dropped out of his engineering course in 2006 to pursue a career in arts and performance. He appeared as a background dancer in "Dhoom 2" and at the 2006 Commonwealth Games closing ceremony.

2008: Television Debut in "Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil"

Sushant Singh Rajput made his acting debut in the television series "Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil" in 2008.

2008: Casting in "Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil"

Sushant Singh Rajput was spotted by Balaji Telefilms while working at the Prithvi Theatre and was cast as a second lead in "Kis Desh Mein Hai Meraa Dil" in 2008.

2009: Lead Role in "Pavitra Rishta"

Sushant Singh Rajput landed the lead role in the soap opera "Pavitra Rishta" in 2009.

2010: Success with "Pavitra Rishta" and Participation in Dance Reality Shows

Sushant Singh Rajput won several awards for his role in "Pavitra Rishta," including best actor at the Indian Television Academy Awards 2010. He also participated in the dance reality shows "Zara Nachke Dikha" and "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa" in 2010.

2011: Exit from "Pavitra Rishta"

Sushant Singh Rajput left the series "Pavitra Rishta" in 2011 after playing the protagonist for two and a half years.

2011: Public Proposal to Ankita Lokhande

Sushant Singh Rajput publicly proposed to his "Pavitra Rishta" co-star Ankita Lokhande on the dance show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa" in 2011.

2011: Leaving for Filmmaking Studies

Sushant Singh Rajput stated his intention to move to the United States to study filmmaking after leaving "Pavitra Rishta" in 2011.

2011: Casting in "Kai Po Che!"

Sushant Singh Rajput was cast in "Kai Po Che!" in 2011.

2011: Conception of Dhoni Biopic

The idea for a biopic about Mahendra Singh Dhoni's life was conceived by his manager, Arun Pandey, in 2011.

2012: Cohabitation with Ankita Lokhande

Sushant Singh Rajput and Ankita Lokhande began living together in 2012, sparking media speculation about their impending marriage.

June 2013: Announcement of "Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!"

In June 2013, Yash Raj Films and Dibakar Banerjee Productions announced Sushant Singh Rajput as the star of "Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!", a mystery action-thriller.

September 2013: Collaboration with Shekhar Kapur on "Paani"

Sushant Singh Rajput began working with Shekhar Kapur on "Paani" in September 2013. Although Rajput prepared for the role, the film was suspended in 2015.

2013: Release of "Kai Po Che!"

"Kai Po Che!" was released in 2013 and garnered both critical acclaim and commercial success.

2013: Signing with Yash Raj Films and Release of "Shuddh Desi Romance"

Sushant Singh Rajput signed with Yash Raj Films and starred in the romantic comedy "Shuddh Desi Romance" which became a sleeper hit in 2013.

2013: Uttarakhand Floods

The Uttarakhand floods, which form the setting of "Kedarnath," occurred in 2013.

September 2014: Announced as Lead in "M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story"

Sushant Singh Rajput was chosen to play Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the biopic "M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story" in September 2014.

2014: Release of "Bang Bang!"

"Bang Bang!", the film to which "Drive" is a prequel, was released in 2014.

2014: Collaboration with Homi Adajania and Dinesh Vijan

In 2014, reports surfaced about Sushant Singh Rajput being considered for a major project by Homi Adajania and Dinesh Vijan.

2014: Denial of Secret Marriage Rumors

Rumors of a secret marriage between Sushant Singh Rajput and Ankita Lokhande, fueled by speculation about family pressure, were denied by the couple in 2014.

2014: Supporting Role in "PK" and Cameo in "Pavitra Rishta"

Sushant Singh Rajput appeared in a supporting role in the highest-grossing Indian film "PK" and made a cameo appearance in the final episode of "Pavitra Rishta" in 2014.

2014: Final Appearance in "Pavitra Rishta"

Sushant Singh Rajput made a final appearance in "Pavitra Rishta" in 2014 after achieving success in Bollywood.

February 2015: Announcement of "Raabta"

"Raabta", starring Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon, was announced in February 2015.

April 2015: Release of "Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!"

On April 3, 2015, "Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!" was released. The film received positive critical reviews but did not perform well at the box office.

2015: Lead Role in "Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!"

Sushant Singh Rajput played the titular detective in the mystery film "Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!" in 2015.

January 2016: Announcement and Cancellation of Wedding Plans

In January 2016, Sushant Singh Rajput confirmed plans for a December wedding with Ankita Lokhande, but the relationship ended before the ceremony.

June 2016: Announcement of "Takadum" and "Murli: The Unsung Hero"

Sushant Singh Rajput was announced as the lead for "Takadum" and "Murli: The Unsung Hero" in June 2016. "Takadum" was later put on hold.

September 2016: Announcement of "Chanda Mama Door Ke"

Sushant Singh Rajput was cast as an astronaut in "Chanda Mama Door Ke," set to be directed by Sanjay Puran Singh, in September 2016.

October 2016: Release of "M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story"

On October 2, 2016, "M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story" was released and became the 5th highest-grossing Bollywood film of the year. Rajput received critical acclaim for his performance.

2016: Release of "M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story"

Sushant Singh Rajput starred in the commercially successful film "M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story" in 2016.

March 2017: Cast in "Kedarnath"

Abhishek Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor cast Sushant Singh Rajput in their film "Kedarnath" in March 2017.

March 2017: Filming Begins for "Drive"

Sushant Singh Rajput began filming "Drive", directed by Tarun Mansukhani, alongside Jacqueline Fernandez in March 2017.

June 2017: Release of "Raabta"

"Raabta", a time-transcending love story starring Sushant Singh Rajput, was released on June 9, 2017, to mixed reviews and underperformed at the box office.

August 2017: Sushant Singh Rajput's Diverse Interests and Activities

In August 2017, Sushant Singh Rajput's diverse interests and activities were highlighted. He expressed his passion for astronomy and astrophysics, revealing his ownership of a high-end telescope and a collection of books on various subjects. He also clarified that his book collection was for personal interest rather than film research.

September 2017: Filming Begins for "Kedarnath"

In September 2017, filming began for "Kedarnath", a love story set against the backdrop of the Uttarakhand floods.

December 2017: Cast in "Sonchiriya"

In December 2017, Abhishek Chaubey, director of "Udta Punjab", cast Sushant Singh Rajput in his next film, "Sonchiriya", alongside Bhumi Pednekar.

2017: Featured in Forbes India's Top 100 Celebrity List and Release of "Paas Aao" Music Video

Sushant Singh Rajput appeared in Forbes India's Top 100 Celebrity list for the first time in 2017. That same year, he starred in the music video "Paas Aao" with Kriti Sanon.

2017: Featured on Forbes India's Celebrity 100 List

Sushant Singh Rajput appeared on Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list twice since 2017.

2017: Signing for "Dil Bechara"

Sushant Singh Rajput signed on for "Dil Bechara," the directorial debut of casting director Mukesh Chhabra, in 2017.

February 2018: Cameo Appearance in "Welcome to New York"

Sushant Singh Rajput made a cameo appearance as himself in the comedy "Welcome to New York" released on February 23, 2018.

March 2018: Initial Release Date for "Drive"

"Drive" was initially scheduled for release on March 2, 2018.

April 2018: Founding of Innsaei Ventures

Innsaei Ventures, a company specializing in intellectual property and emerging technologies, was founded in April 2018. Sushant Singh Rajput later joined as a partner and director.

May 2018: Induction as Partner and Director in Innsaei Ventures

In May 2018, Sushant Singh Rajput joined Innsaei Ventures as a partner and director. The company, co-founded with Varun Mathur, focused on intellectual property and emerging technologies.

June 2018: Initial Release Date for "Kedarnath"

"Kedarnath" was originally scheduled to be released in June 2018.

July 2018: Start of Filming for "Dil Bechara"

Filming for "Dil Bechara," the Hindi adaptation of "The Fault in Our Stars," began in July 2018 in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Sushant Singh Rajput starred in the film, marking his reunion with casting director Mukesh Chhabra.

September 2018: Postponement of "Drive" Release

The release of "Drive" was postponed to September 7, 2018, but the film was ultimately shelved due to creative disagreements.

December 2018: Release of "Kedarnath"

"Kedarnath" faced controversy and a partial ban but was released on December 7, 2018. While a commercial success, it didn't meet box office projections.

2018: Allegations of Drug Use Surface

Allegations of drug use by Sushant Singh Rajput emerged, with claims that he had been using various individuals to obtain drugs since 2018. The NCB accused several people, including his flatmate, of aiding and abetting his alleged drug addiction.

2018: Signing with Nitesh Tiwari for "Chhichhore"

In 2018, Sushant Singh Rajput was signed by director Nitesh Tiwari for the film "Chhichhore," which went on to become a critical and commercial success.

2018: Relationship Rumors and Speculation

In 2018, rumors circulated about Sushant Singh Rajput's relationship status. He was linked to his Kedarnath co-star, Sara Ali Khan, but neither confirmed the relationship. Rajput chose not to comment on the rumors.

2018: Donation to Kerala Flood Relief

Sushant Singh Rajput donated ₹1 crore to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund in response to the 2018 Kerala floods.

2018: Release of "Kedarnath"

Sushant Singh Rajput starred in the commercially successful film "Kedarnath" in 2018.

2018: Narcotics Control Bureau Investigation

The Narcotics Control Bureau alleged that Sushant Singh Rajput had been using various people to obtain drugs since 2018.

January 2019: Discussions for New Projects and "Sonchiriya" Interview

In January 2019, before the release of "Sonchiriya," Sushant Singh Rajput revealed discussions for twelve new films, including "Chanda Mama Door Ke" and a biopic on Murlikant Petkar.

March 2019: Release of "Sonchiriya"

Sushant Singh Rajput starred in "Sonchiriya," a historical drama set in the 1970s, which was released in March 2019. The film received critical acclaim but was not commercially successful.

September 2019: Formation of Vividrage Rhealtyx

Sushant Singh Rajput became a director of Vividrage Rhealtyx, a company with a paid-up capital of ₹1 lakh, alongside Rhea Chakraborty and Showik Chakraborty, in September 2019.

September 2019: Release of "Chhichhore" and Start of Filming

Sushant Singh Rajput's film "Chhichhore" was released in September 2019. This romantic comedy became a commercial success. Filming for this movie began a year prior, in September 2018.

November 2019: Netflix Release of "Drive"

Due to cost-cutting measures, Sushant Singh Rajput's film "Drive" premiered directly on Netflix in November 2019 after facing delays.

2019: Title Change and Initial Release Plans for "Dil Bechara"

Originally titled "Kizie aur Manny," the film was renamed "Dil Bechara" and planned for a 2019 theatrical release.

2019: Release of "Chhichhore"

Sushant Singh Rajput starred in the commercially successful film "Chhichhore" in 2019.

January 2020: Establishment of Front India for World Foundation

Sushant Singh Rajput established Front India for World Foundation, an NGO dedicated to combating poverty, hunger, malnutrition and promoting healthcare and sanitation, in January 2020.

May 2020: Scheduled Theatrical Release of "Dil Bechara"

Initially scheduled for theatrical release in May 2020, "Dil Bechara" was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

June 2020: Untimely Death of Sushant Singh Rajput

On June 14, 2020, Sushant Singh Rajput, aged 34, was found dead in his Mumbai residence. Reports suggested he had shown signs of depression and bipolar disorder. The postmortem examination ruled his death a suicide by hanging. Official investigations confirmed it was not a homicide.

June 2020: Passing of Sushant Singh Rajput

Sushant Singh Rajput died by suicide at his home in Bandra, Mumbai in June 2020 at the age of 34.

August 2020: Investigations and Legal Proceedings

In August 2020, following Sushant Singh Rajput's death, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched an investigation into alleged money laundering from his accounts, implicating Rhea Chakraborty, her family, and associates. The Supreme Court of India granted the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) authority over the investigation. The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) also initiated a probe into potential drug trafficking based on information from the ED investigation.

2021: Marriage Plans and Relationship Revelations

After Sushant Singh Rajput's passing, his girlfriend, Rhea Chakraborty, confirmed their relationship and shared that he preferred alternative healing methods like yoga and meditation over medication. Rajput's father mentioned the actor's intention to marry in 2021, but his intended bride remained undisclosed.

2021: Ankita Lokhande's Explanation for Breakup

In 2021, Ankita Lokhande revealed that her relationship with Sushant Singh Rajput ended mutually, citing his desire to prioritize his career.

July 2022: Drug Case Charges Filed

In July 2022, the NCB filed draft charges against 35 individuals, including Rhea Chakraborty and her brother, in connection with the drug case linked to Sushant Singh Rajput's death. The NCB alleged that Rajput had been procuring drugs through various people since 2018 and accused his flatmate and others of facilitating his drug use.

2024: Aspirations for NASA's Artemis Program

Sushant Singh Rajput had aspirations to be a part of NASA's Artemis program in 2024. He trained at NASA in preparation for a film role and aimed to complete instructor training with the hope of joining the program.