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Suhani Bhatnagar (2004-2024) was an Indian child actress who gained attention for her portrayal of young Babita Kumari in the superhit Bollywood film Dangal. She died on 16 February 2024 in Delhi.
Wiki/Biography
Suhani Bhatnagar was born on Monday, 14 June 2004 (age 19 years; at the time of death) in New Delhi, India. Her zodiac sign is Gemini.
Suhani Bhatnagar during her childhood
She did her schooling at Delhi Public School (DPS), Faridabad. While studying in school, she started acting.
Suhani Bhatnagar (right) when she was studying at DPS Faridabad
Physical Appearance
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
Family
She belonged to a Punjabi family.
Parents & Siblings
Her father’s name was Puneet Bhatnagar, and her mother’s name was Pooja Bhatnagar. She had a younger brother.
Suhani Bhatnagar with her father and younger brother
Suhani Bhatnagar with her mother
Other Relatives
Her grandfather’s name was AP Bhatnagar.
Religion
She followed Hinduism.
Career
During her childhood, she started doing photo shoots for various clothing brands.
Suhani Bhatnagar during a photoshoot
She also acted in school plays.
Suhani Bhatnagar during a play
In 2015, while studying in 6th standard, she auditioned for a Hindi film and was selected from 11,000 girls. She prepared for 6 months for her role of young Babita Kumari.
Suhani Bhatnagar when she auditioned for Dangal film
The film ‘Dangal’ became the highest-grossing Bollywood film of the year upon its release in 2016. She later took a break from acting to focus on her studies.
Suhani Bhatnagar and Zaira Wasim (left) during a still from Dangal film
Awards
- Nominated for Best Child Actress Award on debut at FOI Online Awards 2016
- Best Child Actor Award at Star Screen Awards 2018
Suhani Bhatnagar with Best Child Actor Award
Death
Suhani Bhatnagar died on 16 February 2024 at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi; she was 19 years old at that time. After her death, her father told the media that she was diagnosed with a rare inflammatory disease that causes skin rash and muscle weakness known as Dermatomyositis which resulted in her untimely passing. She was cremated at Ajronda Crematorium in Sector 15, Faridabad.
A photo of Suhani Bhatnagar taken a few months before her death
Facts/Trivia
- She liked playing chess, singing, and dancing during her free time.
- Suhani had often said that she would return to acting after completing her formal education.