Extortion case, marital troubles: What drove Bengaluru bizman to die by suicide at actor's flat | TheBriefWire
Extortion case, marital troubles: What drove Bengaluru bizman to die by suicide at actor's flat
Published 26 June 2026 ยท local
A 45-year-old businessman, previously arrested in a high-profile extortion case, was found dead by suicide in a Bengaluru apartment. Vaishak Upadhyaya, who was staying in
A 45-year-old businessman, previously arrested in a high-profile extortion case, was found dead by suicide in a Bengaluru apartment. Vaishak Upadhyaya, who was staying in the rented flat belonging to actress Krishi Thapanda, reportedly sent her distress messages about ongoing disputes and personal issues. He had been experiencing marital problems and was out on bail following his earlier arrest. An unnatural death report has been filed.
Published: June 26, 2026 โข 8:17 AM IST ยท Updated: June 26, 2026 โข 10:33 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
A 45-year-old businessman, previously arrested in a high-profile extortion case, was found dead by suicide in a Bengaluru apartment.
Vaishak Upadhyaya, who was staying in the rented flat belonging to actress Krishi Thapanda, reportedly sent her distress messages about ongoing disputes and personal issues.
He had been experiencing marital problems and was out on bail following his earlier arrest.