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Ronit Roy breaks silence on rumours of replacing Sudhanshu Pandey in Anupamaa

Ronit Roy breaks silence on rumours of replacing Sudhanshu Pandey in Anupamaa

India Today17-07-2025
Actor Ronit Roy has denied rumours about joining Anupamaa. Recent reports suggested that he would take over the role of Vanraj Shah, originally played by Sudhanshu Pandey. However, the actor has now clarified that there is no truth to these claims.In a conversation with TellyChakkar, Ronit Roy confirmed that he is not joining the popular Star Plus show. He said, "I'm not doing 'Anupamaa'. The news is completely false, and I won't be playing Vanraj."advertisementEarlier, speculation was rife that Roy's addition to the cast could be a way to rejuvenate the show's appeal.
Actor Sudhanshu Pandey, who earlier played the role for four years, announced his departure from 'Anupamaa' in 2024. In an earlier interview with Screen, he said, "The reason why I announced my exit on social media was because I felt responsible towards my audience. For those who were wondering where Vanraj had gone, I had to tell them that I was not going to be a part of the show."Currently, no official announcements have been made regarding new developments for Vanraj's character. Actor Rupali Ganguly continues to lead the show as 'Anupamaa', with her character's story focusing on personal and professional growth.The current status of the character Vanraj Shah remains unchanged, with no new casting decisions announced.The television show has maintained a strong presence since its debut in July 2020. Despite the recent dip in popularity, the show continues to engage its audience with relatable storytelling and strong performances.Ronit Roy became popular on Indian TV for playing Mr Bajaj in Kasautii Zindagii Kay. He hasn't confirmed any new TV roles yet. He was recently seen in the Bollywood film 'Maa', alongside Kajol. He played the role of Joydev in the horror-thriller.- EndsMust Watch
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