In a heartbreaking twist of fate, a once-famous face from Bengali television and film has resurfaced under circumstances that have shocked fans and saddened many. Sumihar Chadri, a well-known actress who once graced screens with her talent and charisma, was recently found wandering the streets of West Bengal in a disoriented state, dressed in tattered clothes and barely recognizable to the public.

It all unfolded on a rainy Monday near Amila Bazar, a small area nestled in West Bengal. Locals spotted a woman taking shelter at a roadside rest stop in the Kanda Go area. She stood out—not just because of her worn appearance or the shorts and oversized shirt she wore—but because she carried a notepad and pen and muttered to herself in a strange mix of English and Bengali.

At first, the people who gathered had no idea who she was. Some thought she was just another unfortunate soul caught in difficult times. But everything changed when she calmly introduced herself: “I am Sumihar Chadri… I used to be an actress.”

The name struck a chord with a few people. Intrigued and concerned, some of the residents began searching online. Within minutes, faces turned to gasps as they matched the woman’s face with old photos and video clips from popular Bengali films and TV serials. It was indeed her—Sumihar Chadri, the actress known for her roles in “Duty Purush” directed by Srijit Mukharji, and other memorable performances like “Goat Saga,” where she starred alongside legendary actor Nasruddin Shah. She also made appearances in widely watched television dramas like “Rupsa Gore Monoj” and “Tumi Ash Pay Taklay.”

But here she was now, sitting on the edge of a street, lost in her own world.

Authorities were immediately informed, and with the help of local volunteers, Sumihar was moved to a nearby shelter home for her safety and care. Abhishek Mandal, a local welfare officer, confirmed the rescue and shared that Baha police station in Kolkata had been notified. “We are trying to contact her family,” he said, though no family member has come forward yet, and there has been no public statement.

What caused such a shocking fall from grace? That remains a mystery.

Mental health concerns are being considered, but without an official medical report or a word from her loved ones, speculation is all that remains. Whether it was emotional trauma, professional struggles, financial distress, or a mix of all three, no one can say for sure what brought her to this point. What is clear, though, is that she has been neglected for far too long.

People who grew up watching Sumihar on screen have taken to social media with disbelief and grief. Comments range from sorrowful tributes to angry calls for the entertainment industry to do more in supporting its artists—especially those who once brought joy to millions but later faded into obscurity.

“How can we let this happen to someone who gave so much to her audience?” wrote one user. Another posted an old video clip of Sumihar from one of her popular roles with the caption, “She made us laugh, cry, and feel alive. Now, she walks alone.”

The silence from her family is perhaps the most haunting part of this story. With no relatives stepping up and no known close friends offering explanations, her condition serves as a disturbing reflection of how easy it is for public figures to be celebrated in their prime and forgotten when the lights go off.

This tragic incident has reignited a larger conversation: What happens to our artists after fame fades? Who checks in on them when the applause stops?

India’s film and television industries are no strangers to stories of forgotten stars—actors once adored who later lived in obscurity or poverty. But each case, like Sumihar Chadri’s, feels especially tragic because it reminds us of the fragile line between stardom and silence.

The hope now is that with enough attention and care, Sumihar can get the help she needs and, perhaps, reclaim some sense of stability. Whether she chooses to return to the public eye or live in quiet recovery, the first step is ensuring she is safe and supported.

For now, the people of West Bengal, and fans across India, wait anxiously for updates on her condition and for someone—anyone—close to her to step forward.

Her story, while deeply sad, may end up doing something powerful: forcing society to rethink how it treats those who once entertained, inspired, and moved us—only to be forgotten when their fame dimmed.