DUBAI – Bollywood actress Sridevi died in her hotel room in the JumeirahEmirates Towers, Dubai, at 11pm on Saturday, a source in the IndianConsulate in Dubai revealed, Khaleej Times has reported.
She reportedly had a fainting spell in her bathroom and was immediatelyrushed to Rashid Hospital in Dubai. The hotel, however, refused to commenton the matter and an employee stated that it is under police investigation.
Sources in the Indian Consulate said that she was brought dead to thehospital.
Officials of the forensics department have said that the autopsy is not yetcomplete, and police could take more time to complete procedures.Meanwhile, Sridevi’s relatives keenly wait for the repatriation of her body.
It is said that Dr Khaled Alburaiki is performing the autopsy. An officialsaid, “Since she is such a high-profile personality, we cannot rush theinquisition or the post-mortem procedures.”
Procedures are ongoing at the General Department of Forensic Science andCriminology, and only once it is complete, will the body be moved toMuhaisana for embalming and other administrative procedures.
Sridevi’s body is yet to be released by officials at the forensicsdepartment. Family members and well-wishers are waiting outside thepremises. One reason for the delay in releasing the body could be thatoffice hours are now over.
There are also rumours of foul play involved in Sridevi’s death. *KhaleejTimes* does not support these rumours, and further updates on Sridevi’sdemise will only be communicated by the concerned authorities in Dubai.
The body will be handed over to the family after completion of legal andadministrative procedures, including cancellation of passport, immigrationformalities, and getting permission from the public prosecutor at the BurDubai Police Station.
Sajid Valliyath, a Dubai-based legal representative, who was at theforensics department said:
“Today is a sad and dark day for Indians everywhere. She charmed audienceby her memorable films and performances. My heart and thoughts are with herfamily and fans. I cannot express my sadness in enough words. Mycondolences to Indians everywhere.
Indian Consulate officials confirmed that the inquest is going on.
“The family is now awaiting for the death certificate and a few otherdocuments.”