The unfolding drama surrounding actress Rupali Ganguly has taken social media by storm. It all began when Esha Verma, stepdaughter of the Anupamaa actress, made serious accusations in an old viral post. Esha claimed that Rupali mistreated her mother and used questionable medications on her father, Ashwin Verma. The allegation was so severe that she even claimed her of theft. The allegations sparked heated debates, but Rupali has chosen to remain silent, avoiding any public reaction. Esha even called her, “Psychotic”.
In contrast, Ashwin Verma, Rupali’s husband, has spoken up. He described Esha as being deeply hurt by her parents’ divorce and emphasized that Rupali was not responsible for their strained relationship. While Ashwin attempted to clarify matters, the situation took a new turn when Esha posted a heartfelt video detailing her experiences and struggles.
The 13-minute clip began with Esha introducing herself and thanking those who have supported her. She stressed that her motives were not about revenge but about being heard. “I may be 26 now, but the pain, the memories, they still stick,” she said, recounting the emotional scars from her past. According to Esha, her father’s response to the controversy has been particularly painful. “What hurts me the most was the response from my own father,” she shared, accusing him of failing to protect her and trivializing her struggles with mental health.
Esha also extended an apology to her younger brother, Rudransh, for any hurt her previous comments might have caused him. She expressed her hope that their father, Ashwin, would finally step up and be the parent she needed. Describing her mother’s emotional struggles, Esha claimed that Ashwin’s inconsistent behavior worsened their situation.
The video further delved into Esha’s childhood memories and her desire to follow in her father’s filmmaking footsteps—a dream she felt was never encouraged. She also disclosed about feeling unsafe around Rupali and spoke of repeated attempts to communicate her pain, only to encounter silence or indifference from her father’s end.
On social media, Esha posted messages urging others to support people with kindness, closing one chapter of her life while dealing with the fallout of her revelations.
Meanwhile, Rupali’s co-star Mehul Nisar voiced his support, posting photos and a heartfelt message for her, vowing to stand by her during this tough time. He wrote, “Rups.. I know you and I will always stand by you..! I am with you, every step of the way..! Proud of you..!”
Despite the controversy, Rupali has kept a tight lid on her emotions publicly. In contrast, Ashwin maintained that his daughter’s claims were rooted in the pain of their past and not related to his current marriage.
For context, Ashwin Verma’s second marriage to Sapna, Esha’s mother, ended in 2008. Esha, now 26, lives in New Jersey, and her relationship with both parents remains complicated. His marriage with Rupali Ganguly is his third marriage. As the story continues to unfold, public reactions remain mixed, reflecting the complex emotions behind these revelations.