Nearly five years after actor Sushant Singh Rajput’s death shocked the nation, his family has decided to legally challenge the closure report filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which concluded that there was no foul play involved in the case.

According to the family’s legal representatives, they intend to file a protest petition before the court, questioning the CBI’s conclusion and urging for a fresh review of evidence. They allege that several leads and inconsistencies remain unexamined, and that the truth behind the actor’s death is yet to be fully uncovered.

Background of the Case

Sushant Singh Rajput, one of Bollywood’s most promising young actors, was found dead at his Bandra residence in Mumbai on June 14, 2020. His father, Krishna Kumar Singh, later filed an FIR in Patna accusing several individuals of abetment to suicide, leading to the transfer of the case to the CBI in August 2020.

The investigation, which also involved the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on separate financial and drug-related angles, had drawn widespread media attention and public debate across India.

After extensive inquiries, the CBI reportedly found no evidence of homicide or external interference, and in March 2025, submitted a closure report in both Mumbai and Patna courts, effectively treating the case as one of suicide.

Family’s Response

The family has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the CBI’s findings. Their legal team has stated that several aspects of the probe were left “inconclusive” and that the agency failed to address crucial inconsistencies and potential new evidence.

Sources close to the family have indicated that the protest petition will seek judicial review of the CBI’s investigation, pushing for reopening of the case if the court finds merit in their arguments.

Legal Implications

If the court accepts the family’s protest petition, it may direct the CBI to reinvestigate the case or conduct further inquiries. Conversely, if the court upholds the closure report, the investigation will be considered complete unless fresh evidence surfaces.

Legal experts note that a protest petition is a recognized legal recourse under Indian criminal law, allowing victims or complainants to contest closure reports filed by investigative agencies.

Public and Media Reaction

The case continues to evoke strong emotions among fans and followers of Sushant Singh Rajput. Social media has once again seen renewed discussions demanding justice and transparency in the investigation.

Observers say the outcome of this legal challenge could determine whether the case remains closed or returns to active investigation — potentially reigniting one of the most controversial and high-profile cases in recent Indian history.