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MUMBAI: The sudden exit of actor Sudhanshu Pandey from the popular TV show Anupamaa has been making headlines ever since the actor announced his departure on Instagram.
Sudhanshu, who played the iconic role of Vanraj Shah, took to social media to share the news with his fans, leaving many shocked and curious about the future of the character. Meanwhile if rumours are to believed the makers found his replacement in popular actor Pankit Thakker.
Meanwhile netizens notice Thakker's comment on Sudhanshu's Instagram post and the actor's shared warm greetings.
Pankit wrote, "Wishing you all the best. Your incredible journey on Anupamaa will always be cherished. May this new chapter bring exciting opportunities your way. Grateful for the memories and inspired by your dedication. Looking forward to seeing what's next for you .. and the show."
To which Sudhanshu replied, "My dearest Pankit Thank you so much for your very encouraging words. Really humbled and I wish you lots of love and luck.."
Sudhanshu says in the video, "Main pichle chaar saal se roz pahuch raha hun aapke ghar ek daily soap ke jariye, ek kirdar play kar raha hu jiske liye mujhe bahut sara pyar or narazgi mili, but wo narazgi bhi ek tarike se pyar hi raha hai. Agar aap naraz na hote mere character dekh kar to mujhe lagta mai sahi tarike se nibha nahi pa raha hoon. (For the past four years, I've been entering your homes daily through a TV show, portraying a character that has received both immense love and criticism. However, I believe that criticism is also a form of love, as it shows that my performance has evoked strong emotions. If you hadn't criticized my character, I would have felt that I wasn't doing justice to the role)."
He further shared, "I want to tell all of you with a heavy heart that I am now not a part of 'Anupamaa show. Raksha Bandhan episode se main show ka hissa nahi hoon, par itne din beet gaye the or meri audience mujhse naraz na ho ki ye bina bataye kaise chala gaya toh mujhe laga ye meri zimmedari hai ki mai ye baat bataun aap sab ko, (I haven't been part of the show since the Raksha Bandhan episode, and since my audience hasn't questioned my absence, I feel responsible to inform you all personally)"
He added, "I am not playing Vanraj Shah anymore in the show 'Anupamaa'. I am thankful for all the love, respect and support. I apologise for taking this sudden decision. Par hame jeevan me aage badhna hi padta hai to I want you all to keep loving me always in my future works."
"I will play various new characters, will not bore you in one role. Please keep supporting me in future," ended Sudhanshu.
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