Shekhar Suman is currently basking under the success of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi. The actor recently opened up about the worst phase of his life: the heartbreaking loss of his eldest son Aayush, who died at the age of 11 from a rare condition.
In a recent interview, he described how his son clutched his hand, pleading with him not to leave. Shekhar also stated that after his kid died, he lost faith in god and discarded all religious idols in his home.
The temples were closed: Shekhar Suman
In a recent interview with Connect FM Canada, Shekhar Suman said, “One day it was raining heavily and Aayush was ill. Knowing my child’s health condition, the director asked me to come for a two-to-three-hour shoot, which I declined. He added, ‘Please, it will be a tremendous loss for me’, and I agreed. When I was leaving, Aayush grabbed my hand and said, ‘Papa, don’t leave today, please. I let go of his hand and promised him I’d be back soon.”
Shekhar said that when Ayush died, he lost hope in religion. He said that following the incident, he shut down the temple in his home. He stated, “All of the idols were taken away and dumped outside. The temple was closed. I declared that I would never return to the God who had caused me so much anguish, damaged me so much, and taken the life of a lovely, innocent kid.”
Shekhar admitted that he took his son to London for treatment, but denied a heart transplant owing to risk. He felt helpless, Despite contacting top doctors worldwide and turning to Buddhism for assistance, Shekhar realized that miracles do not happen.
Shekhar Suman on the work front
Shekhar Suman, in Heeramandi, plays the role of Zulfiqar Ahmed, a character full of authority and sophistication. His son, Adhyayan is also part of the same project and portrays the role of Zorawar Ali Khan, a rich and arrogant nawab.
More About Heeramandi
Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar features an ensemble cast with gorgeous ladies Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Sanjeeda Shaikh, and Sharmin Segal in the lead. Besides these spectacular actresses, the drama series stars Taha Shah, Shekhar Suman, Adhyayan Suman, and Farida Jalal in pivotal roles.
