Amid ongoing controversy involving a defamation case, actress Rupali Ganguly’s heartfelt story about her journey with husband Ashwin Verma has been making the rounds online. Known for her lead role in the hit TV show Anupamaa, Rupali recently opened up about her love story with Ashwin during an interview earlier, providing fans with a glimpse into their personal lives.
In the interview, Rupali shared that she and Ashwin first crossed paths when he was in India for an advertisement project. Out of hundreds of profiles, he selected hers, saying, “She’s Bengali, she’s mad.” At that time, Rupali had temporarily left the entertainment industry to pursue studies in catering. Reflecting on their first meeting, Rupali humorously recalled that she was dressed as an elderly woman with white hair for a shoot. Ashwin’s initial reaction was both unexpected and memorable: he remarked, “I wouldn’t mind getting old with someone like you,” which Rupali initially mistook for flirting.
From there, their connection deepened, evolving from friendship to a committed relationship. The two spent significant time in a long-distance relationship, investing heavily in international calls to stay connected. Without a grand proposal, they mutually decided to marry, a decision that was as spontaneous as it was heartfelt.
These nostalgic revelations have surfaced just as Rupali finds herself embroiled in a legal dispute with her stepdaughter, Esha Verma. The actress recently issued a defamation notice seeking Rs 50 crore in damages after Esha accused her of having an affair with Ashwin while he was still married to her mother and allegedly physically assaulting her. Despite the legal battle, Rupali’s story of her bond with Ashwin has caught fans’ attention, contrasting sharply with the ongoing tensions.
And recently, Esha Verma posted a video on Instagram saying that she is moving forward with it and she’s more protected legally because she is in the USA.
