Popular television actress Rupali Ganguly, best known for her lead role in the hit series Anupamaa, has recently filed a high-profile defamation suit worth Rs 50 crore against her stepdaughter, Esha Verma. The suit, filed in a Mumbai court, comes in response to a series of public statements Verma allegedly made against Ganguly, which the actress claims have tarnished her reputation and caused severe personal distress.
According to the notice, which is issued to Esha, Rupali Ganguly was taken aback by the posts and remarks she made on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter (now X), and other social media sites. It continues by making clear that the notice was delivered in order to disclose the actual circumstances. "Our client claims that she was taken aback by the posts and remarks you made on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter (now X), and other social media sites. According to our client, it is appropriate to include the accurate and truthful information that led to the current notification's issuance," the legal notice stated.
According to the petition, Rupali Ganguly suffered from mental stress as a result of these remarks, necessitating medical care, and was humiliated on set, which also cost her possibilities for employment. According to the notice, the actress was compelled to file a lawsuit after she and her husband Ashwin Verma's 11-year-old son were drawn into the controversy, even though she had originally decided to keep quiet out of respect for her dignity. Additionally, she has called for a quick and complete public apology. According to the warning, noncompliance will lead to additional legal action.
The legal notice further explained that before his 2009 divorce from his second wife, Esha's mother, Rupali Ganguly had been acquaintances with Ashwin Verma for 12 years. Additionally, it stated that in an attempt to help Esha break into the entertainment world, the actress and her husband Ashwin Verma had sought to encourage her career by giving her opportunities like special auditions and picture shoots.
Ganguly’s lawyers have demanded a public apology from Verma, along with the substantial monetary compensation, citing the emotional and financial damage caused by the alleged defamation. They maintain that Ganguly hopes to set an example with this legal action, underlining the potential repercussions of defamation, especially when it concerns family matters.
As this case unfolds, it has sparked a public debate around family dynamics, privacy, and the impact of media scrutiny on celebrities’ lives. Fans and the television industry alike are eagerly following the developments, while legal experts suggest the case could set a precedent in defamation law, particularly concerning family disputes that enter the public domain.
This legal battle comes amid Ganguly’s ongoing success with Anupamaa, where she portrays a strong, family-oriented woman, adding a layer of irony that fans and critics alike have pointed out. Whether this lawsuit will affect Ganguly's professional life or remain a private family matter with legal consequences remains to be seen.
