Darlings actress Divya Vinekar dies at 40

Actress Divya Vinekar has died at the age of 40. The sad news has come from the world of cinema and entertainment. Divya became known to audiences for playing a woman constable in the film 'Darlings', starring Alia Bhatt and Shefali Shah.

News of her death emerged on Tuesday. Her last rites were performed in Mumbai on Wednesday. A wave of grief has swept through the entertainment world.

The news of Divya's death was shared on Instagram by her friend, radio jockey Rohini Ramanathan, who posted an emotional message. She wrote that Divya was a special person not only to her but also to many others who had worked with her in radio. Rohini also appealed that the privacy of Divya's family be respected and that they be given time to recover from this difficult moment.

In her post, Rohini wrote, "With deep sorrow and shock, I am telling you all that our DV passed away today. It was all very sudden and unexpected. Her family and all those whose lives she touched with her love and warmth are going through deep grief right now. Please do not ask any questions at this time."

The exact cause of Divya's death has not yet come to light. Her sudden passing has been a big shock to her family, friends and admirers.

Divya played the woman constable in the Netflix film 'Darlings', released in 2022. Alia Bhatt and Shefali Shah played the lead roles in the film. She also appeared in 'Jalsa', starring Vidya Balan and Shefali Shah.

Besides films, Divya also worked in radio and digital content. She was active as a digital content creator, freelance content writer and poet. By working across different media, she had made a distinct identity for herself.

Following her death, her friends and colleagues are recalling memories of Divya. Rohini Ramanathan also shared her feelings about Divya in her post. Those close to Divya, who worked in acting, radio, writing and digital content, are feeling her loss deeply.