20th September 2023,Mumbai: Rupali Ganguly, Gaurav Khanna, and Sudhanshu Pandey starrer “Anupamaa” has been capturing hearts since its inception. From the very beginning, it has maintained its stronghold as the top-rated TV show in the TRP charts. The show’s simplicity initially endeared it to viewers, but recent developments have raised concerns about its growing complexity.
A Shocking Twist In the Promo
In a recent promo, the focus shifts to Samar, one of the key characters in the series. Samar and Dimpy’s impending parenthood fills the Shah family with joy and excitement. However, this happiness takes a devastating turn as the promo leaves everyone stunned with the unexpected demise of Samar. The family is in disbelief as they witness Samar’s lifeless body being brought in, and the blame game begins, with Vanraj accusing Anuj of Samar’s death. This accusation threatens to drive a further wedge between Anuj and Anupamaa.
An Unexpected Revelation
The anticipated revelation in the show was supposed to be a heartwarming surprise—Anupamaa revealing to Anuj that Malti Devi is his biological mother. Unfortunately, this revelation gets overshadowed by the tragic circumstances surrounding Samar’s death. Anuj is wrongly accused of tearing away his own son from Anupamaa, leading to a rift between the characters. The promo has stirred a buzz in the town, but it’s not the kind of excitement fans were hoping for.
Fan Backlash Over the Promo
The latest promo has left fans of “Anupamaa” deeply upset. They feel that the makers are compromising the integrity of Anuj’s character, tarnishing the beloved on-screen chemistry between Anupamaa and Anuj, affectionately known as #MaAn. Fans are disappointed with the direction the story has taken, especially with the sudden separation of the cherished pair.
One user expressed their frustration by saying, “Anuj ke upper blame karke iska role kharab mat karo. Story me kuch mil nahi raha to happy ending kar do.” (Don’t ruin Anuj’s character by putting the blame on him. If the story isn’t working, give it a happy ending.)
Another fan voiced their displeasure, saying, “What nonsense is this? They shouldn’t have brought this track. Now, when the promo is released, I feel like Adhik killed Samar, and Anuj is hiding this for some reason.” Some fans even suspect that the separation might be a ploy to boost the show’s TRPs.
A Quest for Ratings?
Speculations are rife among fans that the show’s creators might be resorting to the separation angle as a desperate bid to regain lost TRPs. Disheartened viewers are critical of this perceived attempt to manipulate emotions for the sake of ratings.
One disgruntled viewer expressed their frustration, “They are just annoyed by the decline in TRP… Hence playing yet another time with our AK AND MAAN TO GAIN TRP!! HADD HAI..” (They are annoyed by the decline in TRP and are once again using Anuj and Anupamaa to boost ratings. It’s beyond limits.)
While “Anupamaa” has consistently held its position as a top TV show, the recent promo has sparked controversy and dismay among fans. The unexpected twist involving Samar’s death and the ensuing blame game has left viewers disillusioned and questioning the direction of the beloved characters. Whether this storyline will serve to boost TRPs or alienate loyal fans remains to be seen, but one thing is clear—the show’s creators have ignited a fervent debate in the world of Indian television.
-by Kashvi Gala