‘I was punished for speaking the truth’, step daughter reacts to Rs 50 crore defamation suit, calls Rupali Ganguly ‘cruel’

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Actress Rupali Ganguly’s stepdaughter Isha Verma was quiet for the last few weeks, which made it seem that the matter has now calmed down, but now once again she has hit back and issued a clarification. On her Instagram stories, Isha pointed to the defamation notice of Rs 50 crore from Rupali and said that she is being punished just for speaking the truth. She again accused the actress and said that her stepmother was a cruel woman. In a long Instagram story, Isha Verma has said a lot about Rupali Ganguly. She also criticized her father Ashwin Verma. Talking about her stepbrother Rudransh, Isha also clarified that she “never involved any minor”. In her long note, Isha also said that this would be her “final statement” on the matter.

Isha issued a statement.t

Isha wrote in her statement, ‘Hello everyone, I am Isha Verma and earlier this month I made the difficult decision to share my personal story related to my father and my childhood experiences. This decision attracted widespread attention on social media and in the public eye. Speaking out was the hardest thing I have ever done, but it also became a turning point in my life. It gave me clarity, peace,ce, and freedom from years of silence. I was aware of the impact it would have not only on me but also on my friends and loved ones and I handled it with utmost care.’

honestly told the truth

Isha clarified that she never wanted to harm anyone. She said, ‘For 24 years I was trapped in a reality I could not escape. Sharing my experiences was my way of finding freedom and justice. My intention was never to harm anyone, but to shed light on the experiences that shaped me. By doing this I hope to give a voice to others who may be facing similar struggles, especially when it comes to family dynamics. As an American citizen, zen I have exercised my right to speak honestly.’

Punishment for telling the truth

She criticized Rupali and her father Ashwin. Isha said, ‘Want to make an important point, no child should be punished for speaking the truth. Even though I am a young adult, I am still my father’s child. His reaction to my statement was disturbing, and cruel and reflected his true character. I was not just a random person speaking out, but someone who was directly affected as a member of his family.’

remembered the old story

Isha recalled how she was once criticized for her looks during a photo shoot in Mumbai. She further added, ‘I have no professional connection to Bollywood or the Indian entertainment industry, nor have I attended auditions or professional photoshoots in India. My looks were commented on at a photoshoot in Mumbai in 2017 by someone I mentioned in my story. Those comments deeply affected my self-esteem as a young adult, but I have worked hard to rebuild and grow from that experience. I want to encourage everyone to embrace their unique features and celebrate the characteristics that have been passed down through generations because they make us who we are.’

Said this thing about my brother

Isha says about Rudransh, ‘I never included any minors in my statements. Everything I shared was factual, I came to know about a marriage that took place on 6 February 2013, and later on 25 August of the same year, I came to know that they also had a child. Any additional interpretations published in the media were done without my consent or input. I only spoke about my experiences and addressed the two individuals directly.’

Now Isha will stay away from this matter

In this regard, Isha further says, ‘After posting my last statement, which focused on my personal experiences, I decided to archive it 48 hours later and deactivate some platforms. This was not out of fear, but because I felt I had said all I had to say and I wanted to protect my peace and focus on the present. This will be my final statement on the matter. This statement is intended only to clarify any misconceptions and remove uncertainties about my story and the responses it received. It is not intended to provoke further debate on the matter. I will not participate in any interviews, further discussion, ns or comments about this situation going forward. My focus is now on healing, rebuilding, and embracing the next chapter of my life.’

ended the conversation like this

Ending the post, Esha wrote, ‘The last few weeks have been very heavy and I have taken a necessary step to recharge and ndprioritizee the well-being of myself and my loved ones. I have come to understand that family is not always defined by blood but by the love, support, and loyalty of those who truly stand by you. I am now ready to move on, leaving this behind with dignity and peace… This experience has been incredibly challenging, but it has also reminded me of my strength and resilience. I am excited to embrace this new chapter with peace, authenticity,y, and dignity, with those who truly matter to me. Let’s put this behind us and focus on building a brighter, stronger future together. Thank you for being with me.