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News18
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
This Television Star Eloped At 15, Divorced After 9 Years, And Became A Mum Before Remarrying
Last Updated: Puja Banerjee, known for playing 'Goddess Parvati' in Devon Ke Dev… Mahadev, is a versatile actor who has been married twice and is a proud mother to a young son In the world of entertainment, love and marriage often make as many headlines as stardom. From glamorous weddings to unexpected separations, many actors and actresses have walked down the aisle more than once – some parting ways amicably, others due to painful circumstances like domestic abuse. Among these stories is that of a popular actress who got married for the first time as a teenager and, over the years, has emerged as one of television's most recognised faces. Puja Banerjee, a 38-year-old versatile actor, has made her mark across Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, and Telugu films, television serials, and web series. She has been married twice and is also a proud mother to a young son. Her second marriage is with TV actor Kunal Verma, whom she dated for nearly three years before tying the knot. During this time, she also embraced motherhood. Puja rose to prominence with her portrayal of 'Goddess Parvati' in the mythological series Devon Ke Dev… Mahadev and later played 'Mata Vaishno Devi' in Jag Janani Maa Vaishno Devi. These roles not only brought her immense fame but also cemented her place in the hearts of Indian television audiences. Apart from serials, Puja has shown her versatility in reality shows like MTV Roadies, Comedy Circus, and Bigg Boss, while also appearing in regional cinema. Despite her widespread fame, she has remained fairly private about her personal life — until she chose to share some important milestones with her fans on social media. In April 2020, during the Durga Puja festivities, Puja revealed via an Instagram post that she and Kunal had already registered their marriage about six weeks earlier. The couple had initially planned a lavish wedding, but it had to be cancelled due to the COVID-19 lockdown. Puja and Kunal had been engaged since 2017. Later that same year, the couple welcomed their son. Puja, who was pregnant before marriage, openly embraced her journey into motherhood. Today, she often shares heartwarming glimpses of her family life with her husband and son through photos and videos, showing a beautiful balance between career and home. What many may not know is that Puja's journey began at the young age of 15, when she eloped and married her then-boyfriend Arunoy Chakraborty in 2004. The marriage lasted nine years, and the couple eventually parted ways amicably in 2013. Following her divorce, Puja shifted her focus entirely to her acting career. It was during this phase that she landed the iconic role of 'Goddess Parvati' – a defining moment that changed her life forever. Since then, Puja hasn't looked back, consistently proving her talent and resilience. Today, Puja Banerjee stands as one of television's most successful and admired actresses, known not just for her performances but also for her strength, grace, and the ability to shape her own destiny. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
28-06-2025
- India Today
Case against actor Puja Banerjee and husband for kidnapping, extorting filmmaker
A case was registered against actor Puja Banerjee and her husband Kunal Verma for allegedly kidnapping a Bengali film producer in Goa and extorting Rs 23 lakh from him. Reacting to the allegations against her, Puja Banerjee said that "God was watching". advertisementThe incident came to light after producer Shyam Sundar Dey's wife filed a complaint with the West Bengal Police, alleging that he was kidnapped when he was in Goa and his car was to Malabika Dey, a resident of Kolkata, the incident occurred between May 31 and June 4 when the accused "stopped and forcibly kidnapped" her husband while travelling in a rented car in Goa and held him hostage in a villa, North Goa Superintendent of Police (SP) Rahul Gupta said. The complainant claimed that the accused assaulted her husband and threatened to falsely implicate him in a drug case, Gupta added. It was also alleged that the accused kept Shyam Sunder Dey at different undisclosed locations and extorted Rs 23 lakh from Goa Police said it received a zero FIR from the office of the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Bidhannagar Police Commissionerate, West Bengal, following which the case was registered at the Calangute police station in Goa on have ordered Shyam Sunder Dey and Malabika Dey ato appear at the Calangute police station on July 2 for questioning in connection with the matter. The direction of the Goa Police investigation will be clear only after case against Puja Banerjee and her husband was registered under Sections 126 (2) (wrongful restraint), 137 (2) (kidnapping), 140 (2) (kidnapping or abducting for murder or ransom), 308 (5) (extortion), 115 (2) (voluntarily causing hurt), 351 (3) (criminal intimidation) and other relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS).Posting a status on Instagram, Puja Banerjee wrote, "Going through the toughest time of our lives. To those who are standing by us - we will be forever grateful. And to those who believe in the lies being spread against us, God bless them too. I believe in God, and you know - God is watching."- Ends(with inputs from Ritesh) IN THIS STORY#Goa#West Bengal
Indian Express
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Actor couple booked for ‘abducting and extorting Rs 23 lakh' from Bengali film producer in Goa
Actor-couple Kunal Verma and Puja Banerjee were booked for allegedly abducting and extorting money from Bengali film producer Shyam Sunder Dey in Goa, police said on Friday. Goa Police said it received a Zero FIR from the office of Deputy Commissioner of Police, BDN Zone, Bidhannagar Police Commissionerate, West Bengal, following which an offence was registered at Goa's Calangute police station on Thursday. The FIR was registered under sections 126 (2) (wrongful restraint), 137(2) (kidnapping), 140 (2) (kidnapping or abducting in order to murder or for ransom etc), 308(5) (extortion), 115(2) (voluntarily causing hurt), 351(3) (criminal intimidation) and other relevant sections of BNS, 2023. According to the police, the complainant, Malabika Dey, who is a resident of Kolkata, alleged that from May 31 to June 4, the accused persons 'restrained…and forcefully abducted' her husband, Shyam Sunder Dey, when he was travelling in a rented car in Goa and confined him in a villa. In the FIR, the complainant alleged that the accused assaulted her husband and threatened to falsely implicate him in a narcotics case. It was also alleged that the accused kept him at different undisclosed locations and extorted Rs 23 lakh from him. Goa Police said the zero FIR was registered in West Bengal on June 12. 'We received the zero FIR on Thursday, and a case has now been registered here. A probe has been initiated. The issue stems from a prior financial dispute, but we are verifying the details,' said an officer. In a post on Instagram on Friday, Puja Banerjee, known for portraying roles in Bengali films and Hindi television, said, 'Going through the toughest time of our lives, those who are standing by us, we will be forever grateful to you all. And those who believe in the lies spread against us, God bless them too. I believe in God, and you know God is watching.'
Economic Times
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
'God is watching': TV actress Puja Banerjee after being accused of extortion amid house mortgage and scam claims
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Puja Banerjee and Kunal Verma duped In a shocking turn of events, television couple Puja Banerjee and Kunal Verma — who recently opened up about being victims of a massive financial fraud — are now facing serious allegations themselves. Just when the duo had begun to share their side of a harrowing personal ordeal, they found themselves at the centre of another controversy. This time, Bengali film producer Shyam Sunder Dey and his wife Malabika have filed an FIR against the couple, accusing them of extortion, physical assault, and Banerjee, known for her work in popular Hindi and Bengali shows, broke her silence by penning an emotional note on Instagram. Without naming names, she acknowledged the storm they're currently weathering and mentioned 'going through the toughest time' of their lives. While thanking those who have stood by them, she also offered blessings to those believing the allegations and said, 'GOD IS WATCHING.'The accusations surfaced shortly after the couple had gone public with their own financial nightmare. In a recent video, Puja and Kunal revealed that they were victims of a large-scale scam that wiped out all their savings. Puja, who looked visibly shaken, shared that they will have to start from zero and that they lost all their savings in this fraud. The actress had also shared that they were duped by someone very close to them, on whom they placed their Banerjee had shared that they had mortgaged their home to recover funds lost in a financial scam, and now face the risk of losing it. In one of the vlogs, she showed that she visited the Icchapurti Hanuman temple with her son, praying for strength and stability. As he recited the Hanuman Chalisa, Puja's emotional plea was for her child to always have a roof above his head.
Indian Express
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Puja Banerjee breaks silence on kidnapping and extortion allegations: ‘God is watching'
Days after an FIR was filed against her and husband Kunal Verma, actress Puja Banerjee has broken her silence for the first time. Taking to social media, she expressed heartbreak over the allegations, calling them baseless and false. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Puja wrote, 'Going through the toughest time of our lives. To those who are standing by us — we will be forever grateful. And to those who believe in the lies being spread against us, God bless them too. I believe in God, and you know — GOD IS WATCHING.' Earlier this month, Bengali film producer Shyam Sunder Dey accused Puja Banerjee and Kunal Verma of kidnapping him in Goa and extorting Rs 23 lakh. According to Dey, Puja was like a sister to him, which made the alleged threats for money even more shocking. He further claimed that Kunal, along with a group of men, physically assaulted him in Puja's presence and confiscated his phone. A separate phone was allegedly kept with him solely for the purpose of transferring the extorted amount. Dey said he was rescued on June 4, after his wife Malabika Dey alerted the police. He had managed to use the spare phone to send his live location and a video he secretly recorded in a bathroom to help authorities trace him. Following the complaint, an FIR was filed against Puja Banerjee and Kunal Verma under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) — the new criminal code replacing the IPC. The couple has been charged under provisions related to abduction, extortion, criminal intimidation, and wrongful confinement. ALSO READ | Kannappa box office collection day 1 early report: Vishnu Manchu's dream project scores career-high opening Interestingly, these accusations surfaced just days after Puja Banerjee and Kunal Verma revealed that they had lost all their savings due to a financial fraud involving a close friend. While the couple did not name anyone at the time, speculation around the connection between the two events quickly grew. Soon after, Shyam Sunder Dey's wife Malabika Dey took to Facebook, publicly sharing disturbing details of what she described as a 'betrayal and a breach of trust' by close friends. Her post read: 'This incident is not just a serious crime; it is a betrayal and a breach of trust toward a friend. In addition to the physical and mental abuse on Shyam, our entire family is suffering immense emotional trauma. We are following legal recourse and have complete faith in the judicial system. I urge all members of the creative community to remain vigilant.' She further alleged that Shyam was threatened with being falsely implicated in a drug case if he failed to pay an additional Rs 64 lakh.
