Tragedy has struck the life and career of Himanshi Khurana, a prominent figure in the Punjabi entertainment industry. The 30-year-old actress, model, and singer was found murdered in Toronto, Canada, on December 20, 2025. Toronto Police have classified her death as a homicide and have issued a Canada-wide warrant for the arrest of Abdul Ghafoori, 32, the primary suspect in the case.
Law enforcement responded to a missing person call on December 19, 2025, at approximately 10:41 pm in the Strachan Avenue and Wellington Street West area. The following morning, officers discovered Khurana's body inside a residence. Authorities believe the incident to be an act of intimate partner violence, as the victim and suspect were known to each other. A spokesperson for the Toronto Police stated that they have released an image of the suspect and are appealing to the public for any information regarding his whereabouts.
The Indian Consulate in Toronto has expressed deep sorrow and shock over Khurana's murder. In a statement, the consulate conveyed their condolences to the bereaved family and affirmed that they are closely coordinating with local authorities to provide all possible assistance.
Born on November 27, 1991, Himanshi Khurana began her journey in the entertainment industry as a model, winning the Miss Ludhiana title at the age of 16. She was also a finalist in Miss PTC Punjabi 2010 and won the Miss North Zone contest in the same year. Khurana made her debut in the Punjabi music industry with the song "Jodi – Big Day Party" in 2010. Her acting career commenced with the Punjabi film "Sadda Haq," which garnered her significant recognition. She further appeared in Punjabi movies like "Leather Life" and "2 Bol," and also acted in six South Indian films. In November 2019, she participated in Bigg Boss 13.
Khurana's career also included numerous music videos with prominent singers, and she had several international endorsements, working with brands such as Make My Trip, Pepsi, and Calvin Klein. In 2018, she debuted as a singer with her song "High Standard". In early 2024, she announced her involvement in an upcoming OTT film titled "Haan Main Pagal Haan".
The news of Himanshi Khurana's tragic death has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and among her fans. The Toronto Police Service Homicide and Missing Persons Unit is leading the investigation, which marks Toronto's 40th homicide case of 2025. Authorities have urged anyone with information about Abdul Ghafoori's location to contact the Toronto Police or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
