The year 2020 brought a storm into the life of Bollywood actress Rhea Chakraborty, following the tragic and sudden death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput. She faced intense public scrutiny, was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) over alleged drug links, and confronted serious accusations from Rajput's family, including abetment, theft, and financial misappropriation. In a significant turn of events, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) submitted a closure report in 2025, giving Rhea and her brother Showik Chakraborty a clean chit in the case.
Rebuilding Life with "Chapter Two"
Emerging from the shadows of a painful legal battle, Rhea Chakraborty began her journey of rebuilding by launching a podcast titled "Chapter Two." The podcast serves as a platform to depict her life journey. Recently, she released a promotional video for the season finale, which offers a raw and intimate look at the support system that held her together during her darkest hours.
The finale episode features Rhea in candid conversations with the close female friends who stood by her. In the emotional clip, Shibani Dandekar's sister, Anusha Dandekar, is seen breaking down, with Rhea consoling her. "If she will cry then I will cry," Rhea says softly, highlighting the deep bond they share.
The Emotional Toll and Unbreakable Bonds
Reflecting on the harrowing period, Rhea opened up about the emotional weight she carried. "The year 2020 was a difficult time of my life," she shared. "As my dad says, if it weren't for these women, we would have never survived. Now we don't need a temple in the house, we need a picture of these women." This powerful statement underscores the pivotal role her friends played.
Her fashion stylist and friend, Anisha Jain, spoke about the collective resilience required to navigate that year. "2020 was a lot and we did what we had to. I don't know where that courage came from," she admitted. Another friend, Samiksha Shetty, recalled a surprising moment when Rhea, amidst the chaos, suggested they go and freeze their eggs, showcasing a different kind of forward-thinking strength.
From Custody to Comeback
Rhea's ordeal included 28 days in judicial custody in 2020 before the Bombay High Court granted her bail. Since then, she has been steadily reconstructing her career and public life. Apart from her deeply personal podcast, she has also made appearances on popular reality shows like Roadies, marking her gradual return to the public sphere.
The CBI's closure report in 2025 formally ended a chapter of legal allegations, allowing Rhea to fully focus on her new beginning. Her podcast finale is not just a promotional event; it is a testament to survival, friendship, and the slow, steady process of healing after a very public trial.
