In a powerful shift for Indian television, the top-rated show Anupamaa has introduced a groundbreaking track focused on male domestic abuse. Lead actress Rupali Ganguly recently spoke out about the storyline, praising makers Rajan Shahi and Deepa Shahi for breaking the long-standing silence surrounding the emotional and physical torment men can face behind closed doors.
The “Kirti-Kapil” Track: A Summary
The current plot centers on Moti Baa’s niece, Kirti, and her husband, Kapil. While Kirti maintains the image of a “perfect wife” in public, she has been secretly manipulating, blackmailing, and physically abusing Kapil.
- The Exposure (Feb 14-15): After overhearing Kapil’s mother praying for his safety and noticing Kapil’s hidden injuries, Anupamaa intervened. Kirti attempted to frame Kapil by injuring herself and deleting evidence from his phone. However, Anupamaa exposed the truth by playing a backup video showing Kirti’s abusive behavior.
- The Message: In a poignant monologue, Anupamaa highlighted that “Suffering has no gender,” and criticized the societal pressure on men to “man up” and endure pain in silence.
Rupali Ganguly’s Take: “Men Too Suffer in Silence”
Rupali expressed her pride in being the “mouthpiece” for this sensitive issue. Key takeaways from her recent interview include:
- Breaking Stereotypes: She noted that TV dramas typically cast men as perpetrators and women as victims, but this track acknowledges that reality is more complex.
- The “Tears” Argument: She emphasized that society often mocks or doubts men who speak about abuse, a mindset the show aims to challenge.
- Legal Awareness: The track also touched upon the misuse of laws meant for women’s protection to cover up a woman’s own wrongdoings.
Current Plot Update (As of Feb 17, 2026)
Following the exposure of Kirti, the narrative has shifted slightly as Anupamaa bids farewell to the Kothari house.
- The New Storm: Anupamaa is currently headed to Delhi with Hasmukh (Bapuji) to meet an old friend of his who is reportedly in critical condition.
- Family Tensions: Meanwhile, a power struggle has begun at the Kothari home, with Meeta pressuring Pari and Raja for an heir to secure family control.