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Sudhanshu Pandey quits Anupamaa, makes an emotional announcement on social media: ‘The decision was sudden’

Sudhanshu Pandey made the big announcement during his latest Instagram Live. He said that he hadn't shot for the show since Raksha Bandhan.

Sudhanshu Pandey quits AnupamaaSudhanshu Pandey quits Anupamaa (Photo: Sudhanshu Pandey / Instagram)

Singer-turned-actor Sudhanshu Pandey became a household name through the hit television show Anupamaa. Playing a negative character on screen did get Sudhanshu some brickbats, but also immense love from the audience. In an Instagram Live interaction with his fans, Sudhanshu confirmed that he will not be seen appearing on the show, starring Rupali Ganguly, anymore. As he made this emotional announcement, Sudhanshu also left many fans heartbroken.

He said, “For the last four years I am reaching out to you through a daily soap. I have played a character for which I have received immense love as well as hate. I respect all your emotions, but I want to say this with a heavy heart that I am not a part of Anupamaa. Since Rakshabandhan I have not shot with them. Not playing Vanraj Shah anymore.”

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Also Read: Rupali Ganguly and Gaurav Khanna are not quitting Anupamaa, confirms producer Rajan Shahi: ‘This is someone’s imagination’

While he thanked the audience for all their love and support, he also added, “The decision was sudden, but it is for better prospects in life that we have to make such choices. But I will play many different roles in the future and I hope you will give me the same love and support.”

Reacting to this, one user commented, “No one can play Vanraj Shah better than you!” Another admirer wrote, “You will be deeply missed because I loved Vanraj Shah, the character who you brought into life. It’s so sad to see you leave.” Actor Anirudh Dave also reacted to this news and commented, “Dear brother. Vanraj was beautifully played by you. You’re a phenomenal actor. Played such a layered character it was well emoted and amazingly portrayed by you much love bhai .. See u soon!”

Earlier this week there were speculations that Rupali Ganguly and Gaurav Khanna might exit the show. However, Rajan Shahi debunked the rumours and confirmed that they are very much a part of the show. As for Sudhanshu’s exit, there has been no comment so far from the production house.

Sudhanshu recently regrouped with The Band of Boys, his famous 90s band. They also released their album Gori Again last week. Sudhanshu confirmed that a lot more is happening on the music front too, and that they will be releasing the next two songs from the album very soon.

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