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Divya Vinekar Dies, Colleague Announces Cremation Plans

A colleague posted cremation details on Instagram, with officials and family yet to confirm the cause or full circumstances.

Overview

  • RJ Rohini Ramnathan announced on Instagram that Divya Vinekar died suddenly and asked for privacy while giving cremation details for 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 20 at Shivaji Park Hindu Crematorium.
  • Multiple news outlets published reports based on Ramnathan’s post but noted they could not independently verify the date of death or the cause.
  • Vinekar’s screen credits include a credited role as a female constable in Netflix’s 2022 film Darlings and a part in Jalsa, and she worked across radio, digital content, freelance writing and poetry.
  • Colleagues and peers remembered her for her work ethic, kindness and contributions at Fever FM, and the family has requested no enquiries as they grieve.
  • Reporters say further information may follow if family members or officials provide confirmation of circumstances or cause, which would clarify the currently developing story.