A shocking incident has surfaced from Nagpur involving Jhund actor Priyanshu Ravi Singh Chhetri, popularly known for his role as Babu Chhetri in Amitabh Bachchan’s acclaimed film Jhund. The young actor was reportedly killed by his own friend during a heated argument early Wednesday morning.
Argument Turned Deadly After Alcohol-Fueled Fight
According to police reports, the altercation occurred while both were under the influence of alcohol. The accused, identified as Dhruv Lal Bahadur Sahu (20), allegedly attacked Priyanshu following a violent dispute. Authorities stated that Sahu has been detained for questioning, although official arrest confirmation is still pending.
A senior police officer said,
“We have taken Priyanshu’s friend Dhruv Sahu into custody and are investigating the motive behind the incident.”
Mystery Behind the Murder Motive
The reason behind the brutal killing remains unclear. Close sources revealed that Priyanshu and Dhruv were good friends and often drank together. Fans of the Jhund actor have expressed deep shock over the tragedy, questioning how a friendly night out turned into a deadly confrontation.
Priyanshu had received praise for his performance in Jhund, which depicted the struggles of underprivileged youth. Many believed he had a promising career ahead in the film industry.
Fans Await Amitabh Bachchan’s Reaction
As of now, Amitabh Bachchan has not reacted publicly to the tragic death of his co-star. Fans are eagerly waiting to see whether the megastar will share his condolences on social media in the coming days.


