In a heartbreaking development for the Indian entertainment industry, actress Ananya Raj has passed away at the young age of 27. The actress, known for her roles in films like 7 Hours to Go and Ghost, breathed her last in her sleep on July 15. The news was shared publicly by her family a month after her passing. Family Statement on Her Passing The tragic update was revealed via an official post on Ananya’s Instagram account by her family members. According to the family, the actress had been silently battling severe physical and psychological health issues for over a year before her demise. Excerpt from the Family’s Statement: “It is with deep sorrow that we inform you of the passing of Ananya on the early morning of July 15. She passed away peacefully in her sleep. For over a year, she fought like a warrior to overcome ongoing physical and mental health struggles.” While confirming that she passed away peacefully in her sleep, the family chose not to disclose the specific medical diagnosis or cause of death. About Ananya Raj’s Career Ananya Raj was a versatile talent who worked across both Hindi and South Indian film industries, as well as several popular music videos. Bollywood Debut: She entered Hindi cinema in 2016 with the thriller film 7 Hours to Go. Filmography: She later starred in the 2017 feature The Final Exit and the horror movie Ghost. Regional & Multilingual Projects: Ananya expanded her footprint into South Indian cinema, starring opposite Naveen Chandra in the Telugu movie Thaggede Le. She was also part of the trilingual film project Madrasi Gang. Post navigation Ranveer Singh Returns! Starts Shooting for Survival Thriller ‘Pralay’ After Back-to-Back Blockbusters