Late Sushant Singh Rajput’s official social media handles see a sudden spike

Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput was found dead in his apartment in Bandra on June 14, 2020. The actor’s death has come as a shock to several members of the film fraternity and has also sparked the conversation about the existence of nepotism. However, another interesting factor to view is that ever since his demise, Sushant Singh Rajput’s online following has increased.

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Sushant Singh Rajput’s online following increases

Sushant Singh Rajput’s demise has added fuel to the talk about nepotism in the film industry on social media. Along with that, the late actor's social media following has seen a surge in the past few days. His social media followers shot by almost two million in just the last couple of days. There is also a chance that many netizens want to know more about Sushant Singh Rajput and hence, the increased social media followers.

When the news of Sushant Singh Rajput’s death came out, he had a following of about 9 million. However, today, the following on social media has reached about 11.8 million. Several followers are still even paying their last respects on his social media.

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Take a look at Sushant Singh Rajput’s profile here:

(Image Source: Sushant Singh Rajput Instagram)

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Sushant Singh Rajput was found hanging from the ceiling on Sunday. He was laid to rest on Monday, June 15, 2020, at Vile Parle crematorium in Mumbai. The late actor's death has sparked the conversation about nepotism and how certain members of the film fraternity hold power. Several netizens including actors, directors and others have come forward and displayed their stance on the issue.

Take a look at the official statement by Sushant Singh Rajput’s team

“It pains us to share that Sushant Singh Rajput is no longer with us. We request his fans to keep him in their thoughts and celebrate his life, and his work like they have done so far. We request media to help us maintain privacy at this moment of grief”.

Sushant Singh Rajput gained immense popularity from his stint on Zee TV’s Pavitra Rishta. He then went on to make his Bollywood debut in Kai Po Che that earned him critical acclaim. Sushant Singh Rajput’s film, Dil Bechara, alongside Sanjana Sanghi is yet to be released.

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