MUMBAI: Anupamaa has been making headlines. There has been buzz that the makers will introduce a new lead who will play Anupamaa’s (Rupali Ganguly) love interest. There were also rumours that Vanraj, played by Sudhanshu Pandey will quit.

Producer Rajan Shahi has now clarified all rumours and confirmed the addition of a ‘very important character’. He said, “As far as buzz of new entry is concerned there will be a very important character who will join the cast but his casting hasn't begun.”

While addressing rumours of Sudhanshu Pandey leaving the show, Rajan said, “Sudhanshu Pandey is an integral part of the show and will continue to be our Vanraj.”

The producer added, “I am grateful to the audiences for showering love to the show Anupamaa and make it a part of daily life. We will continue entertaining the audience. We will make the formal announcement when the new character is finalised.”

Reportedly, Sharad Kelkar, Arshad Warsi, Ronit Roy, Rajeev Khandelwal, and Vishal Singh have been considered to play Anupamaa’s love interest.

The cast also includes Madalsa Sharma, Alpana Buch, Arvind Vaidya, Paras Kalnawat, Aashish Mehrotra, Anagha Bhosale and Muskan Bamne, among others.

Credits: Zee News