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Rupali Ganguly, the beloved star of TV’s ‘Anupamaa, ’ celebrated her 48th birthday on April 5, receiving heartfelt messages from co-stars and fans.
However, the sweet day also took a dramatic turn when her stepdaughter, Esha Verma, branded her the ‘villain’ of her life in a cryptic Instagram post.
Co-Stars Shower Love
Adrija Roy, who plays Rupali’s on-screen daughter Raahi, shared a playful video calling her “Mummyyyyy” and gushed, “You’re a blessing to everyone who knows you!”
Similarly, Alpana Buch, her on-screen mother-in-law Leela, posted quirky photos with a Hindi caption: “Stay this crazy forever!” Former co-star Nishi Saxena also remembered their bond, writing, “Remembering the good times makes me smile and miss you even more.”
Esha Verma’s Scathing Post
The celebrations were overshadowed by Esha Verma’s bitter tribute. Sharing an image of Snow White and the Evil Queen, Esha wrote, “Cheers to the antagonist of the story,” hinting at their ongoing feud.
Notably, last year, Esha accused Rupali of breaking her parents’ marriage and alleged mistreatment. Rupali responded with a Rs 50 crore defamation lawsuit, calling the claims ‘baseless.’
From Child Star to TV Icon
Born to filmmaker Anil Ganguly, Rupali began acting at age seven in his 1985 film 'Saaheb’. After a film career, she transitioned to TV with shows like ‘Sanjivani’ and ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, where her role as Monisha earned cult fame. Post-marriage, she took a break before returning with 2020’s Anupamaa, now one of India’s highest-rated shows.
Personal Life and Net Worth
Married to entrepreneur Ashwin K Verma since 2013, Rupali is a mom to son Rudransh and has a reported net worth of Rs 20-25 crore. Media reports have also stated her owning a Mercedes GLE and Mahindra Thar—with her Rs 9 lakh per-episode paycheck for Anupamaa.
Controversy vs Legacy
While Esha’s allegations sparked headlines, Rupali’s colleagues and fans continue to celebrate her warmth and professionalism. As Anupamaa dominates TRP charts, the actress remains a TV powerhouse—proving even a ‘villain’ tag can’t dim her star.
With the legal battle ongoing and Anupamaa’s storyline evolving, Rupali’s real-life drama rivals her on-screen twists. For now, the actress brushes off the noise, focusing on her son and iconic role as the resilient Anupamaa.
