The festive spirit arrived early on the sets of the popular television drama 'Anupamaa', with its lead star Rupali Ganguly transforming into Santa Claus to spread Christmas joy. Known for her close connection with fans, Ganguly shared a delightful behind-the-scenes glimpse that instantly became a social media sensation.
Santa Rupali Dances with Her 'Dance Ranis'
Rupali Ganguly took to her social media platforms to share a cheerful reel from the studio floor. In the video, she is seen dressed in a full Santa Claus outfit, complete with the iconic red suit and hat. She danced energetically with her fellow cast members to a classic jingle bell tune, with the set adorned in festive Christmas decorations.
Sharing her excitement, the actress wrote in the caption, "I always wanted to be Santa Claus. Spreading Christmas cheer on your timeline. Merry Christmas with my precious dance Ranis." The post was quickly flooded with love and festive wishes from her massive fanbase, highlighting her off-screen bond with the audience.
New Character Prerna Enters, Promising High Drama
The Christmas celebrations coincided with the release of a major new promo for the show. The teaser not only featured Rupali in her Santa avatar but also served as the official introduction of actress Bhavna Ajwani into the storyline. She enters the plot as Prerna, the daughter of Rajni.
Prerna is being positioned as a potential negative character. In a bold move within the promo, she openly declares her interest in Rahi's husband, Prem, stating assertively, "Jo cheez mujhe achi lagti hai, woh meri hoti hai" (The thing I like, becomes mine). This direct challenge is expected to create significant turbulence.
The teaser hints at a possible connection between Prerna and the protagonist Anupamaa, a twist that could further fuel Rahi's jealousy and inject fresh, intense drama into the ongoing narrative of the Shah and Kapadia families.
'Anupamaa': A Consistent Performer
'Anupamaa', which first premiered in 2020 on Star Plus, continues to be a powerhouse in Indian television. Headlined by Rupali Ganguly, the show has seen a dynamic cast over the years including Gaurav Khanna, Sudhanshu Pandey, and Madalsa Sharma. Since 2024, the story has expanded to focus on the second generation, with Adrija Roy and Shivam Khajuria joining as key leads alongside Ganguly.
The show's popularity remains unwavering. According to the latest weekly TRP data, 'Anupamaa' secured the second position overall across Hindi general entertainment channels. More notably, it maintained its status as the highest-rated ongoing fiction show on Indian television, a testament to its loyal viewership. Fans can watch the drama unfold on Star Plus and stream it digitally on Disney+ Hotstar.
