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In a tale that blurs the lines between fame and infamy, one actress's life took a dramatic turn that mirrored a dark cinematic plot. Once celebrated for her roles on screen, she soon found herself at the center of a real-life storm, where love turned against her, the public labeled her guilty, and the legal system did not spare her. The spotlight shifted from glamour to scandal, and the headlines echoed betrayal, heartbreak, and justice. Bollywood Actress….
Here we are talking about Bollywood actress Rhea Chakraborty , who started her career as a video jockey and later became rising star in film industry. However, everything changed in 2020 when the news of actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death surfaced. Rhea, who was in relationship with Sushant, faced a barrage of allegations without any concrete evidence. As a result, she and her brother, Shovik , were imprisoned. Not only did Rhea's acting career come to a standstill, but her brother's professional life was also deeply affected. Rhea's Revelation And Comeback
After many months of silence and social challenges, Rhea chose to fight back instead of giving up. Together with her brother Shovik, she launched a clothing brand called Chapter 2 Drip , which has now reached a valuation of approximately Rs 40 crore. In an interview with CNBC TV18, Rhea shared that this brand was born out of her determination, courage, and desire for a fresh start. She also stated that after Sushant's case, she was no longer receiving any acting offers. Her brother, Shovik, who had scored 96th percentile in CAT exam, also had his MBA studies interrupted due to the arrest. Finding a job proved challenging because she and her brother faced constant defamation and media trials.
On May 24, Rhea and Shovik opened the first physical store for their brand in Mumbai. On the day of launch, a traditional puja was conducted at the store, and photos were shared on Instagram. The store features collections for both men and women, with prices ranging from ₹ 1,190 to ₹ 4,190. More about Rhea Chakraborty
In the meantime, Rhea marked her return to entertainment industry last year as the leader of a gang on MTV Roadies Season 20. She came back to the competition this year but ended up losing the trophy to social media influencer Elvish Yadav.

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