Kota Mourns: Child Actor Veer Sharma and Younger Brother Lost in Devastating Blaze

A pall of profound sorrow has descended upon the city of Kota following a heart-wrenching tragedy that claimed the lives of a talented child actor and his younger brother. Ten-year-old Veer Sharma, known for his roles in popular television shows, and his seven-year-old sibling, Subh, perished in a devastating house fire that erupted in their Shreenathpuram residence in the late hours of Monday, May 27th, and early morning of Tuesday, May 28th.

The horrific incident, which has sent shockwaves through the community and the entertainment industry, is believed to have been caused by an electrical short circuit in an air conditioning unit.

The fire rapidly engulfed the children's room, leaving little time for escape as dense smoke filled the house.

According to initial reports, the family, including Veer and Subh’s parents, Lokesh Sharma – a local theatre artist – and Pratima Sharma, along with their grandmother, were asleep when the blaze started.

Around 2:30 AM to 3:00 AM, the fire began its relentless spread. Neighbours, alerted by the smoke and crackling sounds, immediately rushed to assist, bravely attempting to douse the flames and rescue those trapped inside. Their heroic efforts, however, were met with the unforgiving intensity of the inferno.

Fire brigade personnel were promptly summoned and arrived at the scene, battling the raging fire.

Upon entering the smoke-filled room, they discovered Veer and Subh unconscious. The brothers were swiftly transported to MBS Hospital, where medical staff made desperate attempts to revive them. Tragically, both Veer and Subh were declared dead, succumbing to suffocation and severe burns.

The loss is particularly poignant given Veer Sharma's budding career in the acting world.

Despite his young age, Veer had already made a name for himself, featuring in well-known television serials such as 'Kya Haal, Mr. Paanchal?', 'Balika Vadhu', and 'Maharaj Ki Jai Ho'. He was reportedly preparing for an upcoming film role, showcasing immense promise and a bright future that was tragically cut short.

His father, Lokesh Sharma, has been a significant figure in Kota's theatre scene, further amplifying the profound impact of this loss on the artistic community.

The police have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fire. After conducting post-mortem examinations, the bodies of the two young brothers were handed over to their grief-stricken family for their final rites.

The entire city of Kota, alongside colleagues and fans from the entertainment industry, mourns the untimely demise of these two innocent lives, grappling with the immense pain and sorrow of such an unexpected and devastating tragedy.