Overview

• Rajan Shahi said people badmouthing Rupali Ganguly know it will draw media coverage and attention.
• He alleged an unnamed actor invited journalists to disparage the show, was removed from set at 2:30 pm, and later ran a smear campaign.
• Shahi acknowledged workplace frictions can occur and said he advises Ganguly to stay focused on her work despite criticism.
• He recalled meeting Ganguly in 1999 and praised her comeback and sacrifices for Anupamaa, adding the channel was initially divided on casting her.
• Recent exits by several cast members since 2024 have fueled rift rumours, even as former co-star Sudhanshu Pandey has publicly said his equation with Ganguly is fine.