Splitsvilla 7 fame Mayank Pawar passes away at 37; Mr. India winner once moved Sunny Leone to tears on the show

Shocking news about Splitsvilla 7 fame Mayank Pawar has left fans and well-wishers heartbroken. The reality star passed away in Mumbai at the age of 37. His sudden death deeply shocked his fans and people from both the entertainment and fitness worlds. The exact cause of his untimely passing has not been confirmed yet.

The news of Mayank's demise was shared on his official Instagram account. The statement read, “A brother, a champion, a mentor, and an inspiration to many. Mayank Pawar will forever live in our hearts."

As soon as the post was shared on his Instagram account, fans, friends, and industry members took to the comments section to express their grief and offer condolences.




Mayank was a popular name in the reality show space. He shot to fame after participating in Splitsvilla 7 and was praised for his calm nature and honest personality. His elimination turned into one of the most talked-about moments of the season.

Host Sunny Leone became emotional and gave him a warm hug as he left the villa. Co-host Nikhil Chinapa also stopped him to hug him, which was a rare moment on the show.

Not just reality show, Mayank was a known name in the fitness industry as well. He won several bodybuilding titles and was the winner of the prestigious Mr. India title. He worked as a celebrity fitness trainer and motivated many young athletes through his dedication to bodybuilding.

The exact cause of his death has not been revealed yet. A prayer meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 5 PM to 6 PM at Valmiki Mandir in Sangam Park, Rana Pratap Bagh.

As soon as Mayank's family shared the post on Instagram, various netizens took to the comment section to mourn his demise.

A fan wrote, "A few days back, I was watching his Splitsvilla 7 journey. I can't really believe it. I haven't seen a purer soul than him in any Splitsvilla season. I still remember everyone crying, including Sunny Leone, when he got eliminated. May his soul rest in peace."

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Another user commented, "We have lost a real gem... Brother, you will always remain in our hearts."

According to a report in OneIndia, Mayank was going through a lot of stress after his divorce. His mother, Rajni Pawar, told the portal that he was married but got separated from wife in 2024. The divorce led to a period of stress and depression, and in early 2025, he was diagnosed with serious liver problems. She further stated in the interview that her son was undergoing a treatment for liver related issues but was not fully recovered.