Social media influencer Mad Sandhu shot dead in Amritsar

03 Oct 2026, 17:11 by KalingaTV Bureau · KalingaTV

Amritsar: Makeup artist and social media influencer Mad Sandhu was shot dead in Punjab on Saturday.

The incident took place on Loharka Road, where Sandhu sustained two gunshot wounds. He was immediately taken to Fortis Hospital in critical condition. Unfortunately, he succumbed during treatment.

Police have launched an investigation into the incident. As per DCP PS Virk, the police have gathered some leads. He added that efforts are underway to solve the case at the earliest.

Following the recording of statements from the family, police registered an FIR and initiated the preliminary investigation.

The motive behind the incident and the identity of the attackers are being investigated.

Madhusudan Sandhu became a familiar presence on podcasts, speaking candidly about make-up, the film industry, and gender issues. His public presence, however, was often met with a barrage of homophobic abuse on social media.

(ANI)

Social media influencer Mad Sandhu shot dead in Amritsar

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