Ex-YouTuber Bonu Komali texts mother in Kuwait, hangs self at Hyderabad home; diary mentions 'unrequited love' for techie
Times of India
by TNNFebruary 25, 2026
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A 20-year-old undergraduate student from Gajuwaka, Visakhapatnam, Bonu Komali, tragically died by suicide at her rented flat in Manikonda, Hyderabad, following a reported heartbreak over unrequited love. According to police, Bonu, who had previously worked for a YouTube channel creating social media content, sent a emotional text message to her mother in Kuwait before her death. The message read, "I love you mummy so much. Jagratha. Thammudini baaga chusuko (Take care of younger brother)." Her mother, unable to reach her, alerted Bonu's friend Manasa, who discovered the flat's door locked from the inside. Upon breaking in, neighbors and police found Bonu hanging from the ceiling fan.
Bonu had been staying alone in the flat for 11 months while pursuing a BSc degree at a private college in Maisammaguda. Investigators recovered a diary detailing her three years of unrequited affection for a 27-year-old software employee. In her final days, Bonu had reached out to this individual, only to be rejected, pushing her into despair. Her mother revealed that Bonu had attempted suicide six months prior as well, and at that time, she discovered the extent of her daughter's unspoken love.
This heartbreaking incident highlights the growing concern over mental health challenges among young individuals, particularly in Asia, where societal pressures and emotional struggles often go unaddressed. Bonu's story serves as a stark reminder of the importance of addressing mental health issues early and providing support to those in need. Her death has sparked conversations about love, heartbreak, and the need for better resources to prevent such tragedies.
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/25/2026