The popular TV serial ‘Anupama’ has been a favorite among viewers, and actor Sudhanshu Pandey, who portrayed the character Vanraj Shah, played a crucial role in its success. However, his recent decision to leave the show has taken fans by surprise. Sudhanshu announced his departure through a video on social media, raising many questions about the reasons behind his exit. Speculations are rife, with some pointing towards a possible rift with the show’s producer, Rajan Shahi, while others suggest on-set tensions with co-star Rupali Ganguly.
Unfollowed on Instagram: A Sign of Tension?
One of the key points fueling rumors is Sudhanshu Pandey’s social media activity. After announcing his exit, he unfollowed Rajan Shahi on Instagram, which has led many to believe that there might be some underlying tension between the actor and the producer. Interestingly, Sudhanshu continues to follow Rajan Shahi’s production house, Directors Kut Productions. On the other hand, Rajan Shahi is not following Sudhanshu on Instagram, though he follows other key cast members like Rupali Ganguly and Gaurav Khanna. While it’s unclear whether Rajan followed Sudhanshu before, the unfollowing has certainly added fuel to the fire.
Rumors of On-Set Disagreements
This isn’t the first time rumors have surfaced regarding Sudhanshu Pandey’s relationship with his co-stars. In 2022, there were reports of a rift between Sudhanshu and Rupali Ganguly, who plays the titular role in ‘Anupama.’ According to the rumors, the two were not on speaking terms on set. However, Sudhanshu dismissed these claims in an interview, describing the atmosphere on set as fun and lighthearted. He mentioned that the cast often joked around and had a good time, debunking any notions of a serious disagreement.
A History of Departures
Sudhanshu Pandey is not the first actor to leave ‘Anupama.’ Earlier, actors Paras Kalnawat, who played Samar, and Ashish Mehrotra, who portrayed Paritosh, also exited the show. Their departures, coupled with Sudhanshu’s recent exit, have led to discussions about the working environment on the set of ‘Anupama.’ Despite these exits, the show remains one of the top-rated programs on Indian television, with Gaurav Khanna (Anuj Kapadia), Alpana Buch (Baa), and Nidhi Shah (Kinjal) continuing to play significant roles.
What’s Next for Sudhanshu Pandey?
As Sudhanshu Pandey steps away from ‘Anupama,’ fans are eager to know what’s next for the actor. While he hasn’t shared details about his future projects, his exit from the show marks the end of a significant chapter in his career. Whether his decision was influenced by personal or professional reasons, or if the speculated rift with Rajan Shahi played a role, remains to be seen. For now, viewers are left to speculate as they await official statements from the actor and the producer.
Sudhanshu’s portrayal of Vanraj Shah won him both praise and criticism, as his character was central to many of the show’s dramatic twists and turns. His departure will undoubtedly leave a void in the storyline, and it will be interesting to see how the writers and producers of ‘Anupama’ adapt to this change.
