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Television has its universe one where characters enter living rooms every day becoming a part of people’s lives. Some shows grip the audience so strongly that missing an episode feels like missing out on a big event. Anupamaa is one such show often called the modern-day Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. Rupali Ganguly who plays the titular role has cast such a spell on viewers that many believe the show runs purely on her shoulders. How did her journey start? This is the story of an actress whose film career never took off but who found her empire in television. The little girl in the old photograph is Rupali Ganguly daughter of filmmaker Anil Ganguly and sister to choreographer Vijay Ganguly. She debuted in 1985 in her father’s film Saheb and went on to appear in Do Ankhen Barah Haath Angaara and Mera Yaar Mera Dushman. But Bollywood success never came her way. How did she conquer TV? Rupali stepped into television with Sukanya but it was her role as Dr. Simran Chopra in Sanjivani A Medical Boon that made her a household name. Then came Sarabhai vs Sarabhai (2004) which turned her into a cult favourite. Her hit list grew with Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii Bidaai Kavyanjali Baa Bahoo Aur Baby and Parvarrish: Kuchh Khatti Kuchh Meethi. She even entered Bigg Boss in its very first season. How much does she earn now? Rupali Ganguly is now the highest-paid actress in Indian television. Reports suggest she earns around Rs 3 lakh per episode for Anupamaa. Her popularity has even earned her a place in the ruling BJP. From being written off in films to becoming the face of one of India’s biggest TV shows Rupali’s journey is a lesson in resilience proving that while Bollywood doors may close television can make you a superstar.