Dhaka, Dec. 26 -- Imani Dia Smith, who rose to fame as a child artiste in the Broadway play 'The Lion King' based on the world-famous Disney animated film, has been left in mourning by her fans and admirers.

She has died mysteriously. The body of the 25-year-old actress was recovered by police from a home in New Jersey, USA.

Based on the initial investigation, the police believe that Imani was murdered by her own boyfriend.

Police said that Imani's boyfriend, Jordan D Jackson-Small, has already been arrested in connection with the murder. He has been charged with direct murder.

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