MUMBAI: Rajan Shahi, who is known for backing some of the most popular TV serials, is deeply shocked to know about the untimely demise of actor Sameer Sharma. 

44-year-old actor Sameer Sharma was found hanging on Wednesday night at his Malad residence. 

Sharma was a part of Rajan Shahi’s ongoing serial Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke. 

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Shahi has reacted to the shocking news. He said in a statement, “Deeply shocked to know about the untimely demise of Sameer, it is painful and sad news for all of us. My deepest condolences go to the entire family members and wish God gives them strength in these difficult times.” 

The producer added, “Though I have not interacted with him much, I always found him to be very well- spoken, articulate, kept to himself and was always extremely professional in his approach. Everyone in the unit had good words to speak about him. Today, I visited the sets of 'Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke' to speak to all the actors and they were all extremely shocked I understand that from the team that he was excited and happy about resuming shoot of 'Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke' in August. So, it’s an extremely painful news for us, we all are praying for the departed soul and prayers for the family in these difficult times.” 

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