New Delhi: Fashion influencer Insha Ghai has shared the sad news of the demise of her husband Ankit Kalra in a heartbreaking announcement on Instagram. Kalra, 29, died suddenly due to cardiac arrest on August 19, 2024. Ghai posted a touching tribute with a photo of Kalra and a caption: “In loving memory of Ankit Kalra (24-03-1995 – 19-08-2024).” Her emotional message expressed deep grief: “Take me back a day, I promise to do things differently! Come back baby, please? I miss you.”
The news has shocked family, friends and fans, who have flooded social media with messages of disbelief and condolences. Comments on Ghai’s post included expressions of grief and support, with many struggling to accept the loss. “No. Please don’t say this is true. I can’t understand this. Please take care of yourself,” wrote one user, while another added, “OMG… this is unbelievable at all.. RIP. May his soul rest in peace. May God give strength to the entire family. Jai Guruji.”
Ghai and Kalra, who got married in February 2023, were known for their charming social media presence. Their wedding, which was celebrated as a dream come true, has been marred by Kalra’s sudden death, leaving many stunned.
In her Instagram post, Ghai shared an adorable photo of the couple, reflecting on the brief but meaningful time they spent together: “Ankit, you left me to be with God, and that is so unfair. The 1.5 years we spent together were too short. That morning, I had no idea that this would be our last year. I am still in denial, praying that this is all just a terrible dream and that I will wake up with you. Your heart gave up, and with it, my life has stopped. We had so many plans, and now I am lost without you. This can’t be true. You left me behind, and that is a loss I will never be able to fill! Heaven is so lucky to have you.”
Amid the outpouring of grief, some commenters speculated about Kalra’s health, attributing his death to an unhealthy lifestyle. In response, Ghai took to his Instagram Stories to dispel these rumours. He clarified that Kalra was healthy and had no prior medical issues, with the cause of his death being a sudden cardiac arrest while he was asleep. Ghai urged followers to avoid spreading misinformation, saying, “To everyone making false assumptions. He was healthy and had no medical history, it was unexpected and he had a sudden cardiac arrest while he was asleep. So please, if you cannot support the family in these difficult times, please do not share fake news much. May his soul rest in peace…”
He ended his story on a heartfelt note: “He was and always will be our favorite, God’s favorite.”
