Rupali Ganguly, in the industry for 25 years now, recently quit as Pinky Ahluwalia in Sony TV’s Parvarish to give birth to her first baby. The 35-year-old actress tells Sidhi Mishra that it’s a well-considered decision
You quit Parvarish when the TRPs were starting to soar. Will this not affect your careerIJ
About to be a mother is a special feeling and, at the moment, I am enjoying that. My focus is entirely on my impending delivery of my baby. As for my career, I have left it for God. He has always helped me deal with problems in life. I am a person who believes in ‘jiski kismat mein jitna hai use utna hi milega, na kam na zada’.
Any plans on making a comeback to the showIJ
For now, Barkha Bisht who has hosted Comedy Circus on Sony Entertainment, has replaced me. The audience may take some time to get used to her as Pinky, but I am sure they will get to like her. The producers feel Bisht is going to fit the bill perfectly and I wish her all the best.
What was your producer’s reaction when you informed him about quitting the showIJ
Tony Singh was speechless. Then he was like ‘you can’t do this’. My co-stars were very unhappy that I had to leave the show at such a crucial juncture. I am going to miss all of them, especially my three onscreen children who didn’t want me to leave at all.
Will this affect the TRPs of the showIJ
In Parvarish, every character is a protagonist. Be it Sweety didi, Jeet, lucky Singh, or even the child actors, everyone plays a distinct role. I don’t think my leaving will impact the TRPs.
You have been in this industry for 25 years. Is it time to retireIJ
I consider it a blessing that I have been in the thick of things for such a long time. I am very satisfied with my career graph. I feel I have been there and done it all. In Bigg Boss1, I was a strong contender and later I did well in Khatron ke Khiladi too.
Do you prefer reality shows over soapIJ
I believe that destiny takes you where you have to go. As an actor, I don’t have a say in what projects I will get. But, if I was ever offered a comeback role in Parvarish, I would love to be a part of it again. The show was different and gave me an opportunity to discover the actor in me.
Any special tips for BrakhaIJ
She is a talented actress and knows how to go about it.
Will we get to see your mother making her moves on DID SupermomsIJ
Yes. She loves to dance and is very excited to be a part of the show.
