Vidushi Tiwari announces exit from Anupamaa

Actress Vidushi Tiwari, who portrayed Ishani in the Star Plus show "Anupamaa, has officially stepped down from the series owing to serious health conditions.

The actress took to her social media account to share a heartfelt message with her followers revealing the physical and emotional struggles she faced over the last two months and her decision to prioritise her well-being.

She wrote that the past two months have been incredibly tough: physically, mentally, and emotionally and that she was in a dark place, struggling with her health as her lungs and throat began to fail.

She lost her voice and had trouble breathing. Tiwari said while she is getting better with treatment she has decided to step down from her role in Anupamaa. 

"Ishani is so special to me. Exactly a year ago this journey was started. A part of her will always be mine. Her Ishu baby era ends with me, but a new chapter for her will begin just as amazing, and I wish you all will love her just as much," said Tiwari.

Tiwari joined Anupama about a year ago and assumed the role of Ishani, affectionately known as Ishu baby, a character loved by the audience for her innocence and emotional warmth. Her performance added depth to the family dynamics portrayed in the show, and her exit marks the end of a memorable chapter for fans.

Talking about "Anupamaa, the show produced by Rajan Shahi's Director's Kut Productions, premiered in 2020 and continues to be one of television's most-watched series. The show stars Rupali Ganguly in the titular role of "Anupamaa, a devoted homemaker who redefines her identity after personal struggles and societal challenges. Through its central character, "Anupamaa" has become a beacon of women's empowerment, portraying resilience, independence and emotional strength.

Rupali Ganguly's powerful portrayal has been widely praised for bringing authenticity and inspiration to millions of viewers across the country. The show has been running successfully for five years. The cast also included Sudhanshu Pandey, Gaurav Khanna, Madalsha Sharma, Alpana Buch, Ashish Mehrotra, Nidhi Shah, Muskaan Bamne, among others.

Over the years, several actors have exited the show, including Paras Karnawat, who initially portrayed the character of Samar, and Anagha Bhosale, who portrayed the character of Nandini.

Despite these changes, Anupama remains one of the most popular shows on TV. Rupali, often regarded as the blue-eyed girl of Rajan Shahi's production house, shares a special camaraderie with the younger co-stars, a bond that fans often witness through her behind-the-scenes posts filled with laughter and warmth that she shares on her social media account.

Beyond her on-screen persona, Rupali is also well-known for her compassion towards animals, particularly the Indy dogs on the set of Anupama, who are lovingly cared for by the entire set and Rupali herself. The entire team provides them with proper food and rest in areas arranged for them.