Rhea Chakraborty Reveals Family Struggles Post Sushant Singh Rajput's Death

Rhea Chakraborty recently shared the profound effects of the Sushant Singh Rajput case on her family during a conversation with Farah Khan. She revealed how her father's career suffered due to their connection, and discussed her own mental health struggles following the tragic events. Currently appearing in Season 2 of "The Traitors," Rhea's journey continues to unfold as she addresses the personal challenges stemming from her past. This article delves into her candid revelations and the ongoing impact on her family.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 17, 2026, 20:02 IST

Rhea Chakraborty's Candid Confession on Family Impact

In a recent discussion with Farah Khan, Rhea Chakraborty opened up about the profound effects the Sushant Singh Rajput case had on her family. She shared that her father, a retired army officer, faced a significant setback in his career after their connection became widely known. The tragic passing of her former partner, Sushant Singh Rajput, in 2020 drastically altered Rhea's life, subjecting her to intense public scrutiny and backlash. Both Rhea and her brother, Showik Chakraborty, were implicated in a drug-related case by the Narcotics Control Bureau as part of the investigation into Sushant's death.

Years later, Rhea reflected on how the fallout from the controversy impacted not just her but her entire family. Currently featured in Season 2 of "The Traitors," she shared her experiences during a recent episode of Farah Khan's YouTube blog. Rhea revealed that her father, Indrajit Chakraborty, faced professional repercussions due to the public's perception of her. She recounted an incident where he was offered a prestigious role as a medical superintendent at a well-known hospital, but after his surname was revealed, he was informed that he could not take the position because he was Rhea Chakraborty's father.

The emotional ramifications of the case extended beyond Rhea, affecting her family's overall well-being. She has previously spoken about the toll on her mental health, admitting to suffering from PTSD following her incarceration and describing a social boycott that ensued after Sushant's death. Recently, her past was brought up on "The Traitors" when contestant Mallika Sherawat made a personal comment regarding Rhea's jail time, leading to a tense exchange. Rhea defended fellow contestant Munawar Faruqui, who had made remarks about Mallika's comeback, asserting that his comments were not as harsh as Mallika's personal attack on her.

The current season of "The Traitors" boasts a star-studded cast, including Mallika Sherawat, Shweta Tiwari, Munawar Faruqui, Abhishek Malhan, Crystal D'Souza, Ranveer Brar, Dilip Tahir, among others. Rhea's journey, from losing a job opportunity to confronting deeply personal comments on reality television, continues to keep her in the public eye. In this new chapter, she is openly discussing how her past has influenced both her career and her family's life.