Charu Asopa, known for her roles in Indian television since 2009, found herself at the center of social media chatter recently. A video of her selling clothes online quickly spread across the internet. In the clip, she showcased cotton suits from her collection. But what caught attention wasn’t the fashion, it was the caption many chose to add. Words like “Bechari Charu suit bech ke guzara kar rahi hai aur Mumbai chhod ke ja rahi hai as she is in financial crisis” framed the narrative. The post painted a story of struggle, sparking assumptions and online trolling.
Not one to remain silent for long, Charu responded in a vlog. She acknowledged the virality of the video but questioned the way it was shared. She expressed that the message attached was misleading and exaggerated. Her move from Mumbai wasn’t out of desperation, but choice. Life has changed for her. Where work once topped the list, now it’s her daughter Ziana who takes that spot. Her decisions reflect a mother’s focus, not a fall from grace.
In her words, Mumbai doesn’t make sense anymore if she isn’t currently acting in daily soaps. The cost of living in the city, especially without steady shoots, is steep. So she packed up and went home, back to Bikaner. A calm town, familiar faces, and most importantly, a nurturing space for her child. But she made it clear that she hasn’t left acting behind. “Agar future mein mujhe kuch acting ka aata hai, maine Bikaner se Mumbai aa sakti hoon.” Her passion hasn’t dimmed. She’s simply shifted gears.
Meanwhile, an old storm returned. Her ex-husband Rajeev Sen joined the public conversation. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Rajeev cast doubt on Charu’s claims about financial issues. He pointed out her recent cruise trip, during which she reportedly paid for everyone. He mentioned her property plans in Bikaner, her visible shopping sprees, and travels showcased in her vlogs. For him, these didn’t match the narrative of financial trouble.
The exchange didn’t end there. Charu reposted Rajeev’s interview on her Instagram story with a pointed note. “Wow, that’s beautiful. Whatever I do is always drama for this man.” It was a sharp comeback that said plenty without needing many words.
Their relationship has seen its share of ups and downs, and now their conversations unfold in public spaces. Rajeev also spoke about their daughter. He revealed he hasn’t seen Ziana since January. According to him, Charu didn’t respond to his efforts. He said that while she now claims he’s free to meet Ziana anytime, he feels his attempts were dismissed. He added that their daughter is the one losing the most in this conflict.
These are complicated moments in Charu’s journey. Yet, she keeps showing up. Through criticism, she maintains her calm. Through judgment, she shares her truth.