Actor Siddhaanth Vir Surryavanshi, best known for playing Vineet in Balaji's popular soap opera Kasauti Zindagi Kay (original), breathed his last on Friday. He was 46 years old.

As per reports, Siddhaanth passed away while working out in the gym. His death has come as a shock for the entire industry, including his friends and colleagues who've worked with him in the past.

Siddhaanth Suryavanshi had a career spanning across two decades

For starters, Suryavanshi made his debut on small screen with Ekta Kapoor's TV show Kusum in 2001. Post this, he appeared on Shraddha Nigam and Hussain KK's popular detective show Krishna Arjun and later rose to popularity as Mr Bajaj's friend Vineet in Kasautii Zindagii Kay.

He has also starred in a number of hit shows like Zameen Se Aassman Tak, Virrudh, Bhagyavidhaata, Kya Dill Mein Hai and Grihasti to name a few.

Gone too soon: Fans grieve the actor's death

As soon as the news of Siddhaanth's demise came to light, fans took to Instagram and expressed grief at his untimely demise. While some called the news unbelievable, others said they are still coming to terms with the fact that he is no more.

Noteworthy, apart from being an actor, Siddhaanth was an fitness enthusiast and his Instagram page is full of workout videos. He is now survived by his wife Alesia Raut.

While the news is utterly heart-breaking, we express deepest condolences to Siddhaanth's loved ones, his family and fans.