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India.com
3 hours ago
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Meet actress who ran away from home at 15, got married twice, became pregnant before marriage, is now..., her name is..
Meet actress who ran away from home at 15, got married twice, became pregnant before marriage, is now..., her name is.. Some iconic roles played by actors and actresses stay in the audience's hearts. Just like that, the role of Goddess Parvati in the serial Devon Ke Dev Mahadev is still etched in many minds. Not just the role, but the actress too! And today, we will discuss an actress who started her life with struggles. She got married at an early age, however parted ways. After this, the actress witnessed highs and lows, but still became a fame. If the above-mentioned cues don't ring a bell, then let us tell you we are talking about none other than Puja Banerjee. The actress has been a part of several reality shows including Roadies, Comedy Circus, and Bigg Boss. She has also been a part of Bengali, Marathi, Hindi, and Telugu films. While today, Puja is one of the celebrated actors in the industry, she has faced massive ups and downs. Puja Banerjee Ran Away Due To… Do you know that Puja got married at the early age of 15? Not just that, she also ran away from home. She wanted to marry her boyfriend Arunoy Chakraborty, and the two tied the knot in 2004, as per a News18 Hindi report. However, after 9 years, the two parted ways. After divorcing Arunoy, Puja Banerjee focused on her acting career. During this time, she was offered the role of Parvati in Devon Ke Dev Mahadev. As soon as she played this character, she became a star overnight. Then she never looked back. During that time, she met Kunal and the two fell in love. However, they kept their relationship a secret. Puja Banerjee Got Married Second Time With The two secretly got engaged in 2017 and wanted to hold a grand wedding. However, after Covid hit the entire nation, the two decided to get married in an intimate ceremony. In the same year, Puja gave birth to her son. Many media reports claim that Puja was already pregnant before getting married. Talking about her relationship with Kunal, Puja in an interview said, 'There is something new in our relationship. Even our relatives are treating us like newlyweds and inviting us for dinner. Earlier, they did not call us even during times of crisis.'
India.com
16 hours ago
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- India.com
Meet actress, who ran away from home at 15, married twice, got pregnant before marriage, is now..., her name is..., faced FIR after...
In the ever-evolving world of Indian television, where countless faces come and go, one particular actress carved a permanent space for herself by portraying a character that became a household name. Her journey from relative obscurity to massive stardom began with a single role that struck an emotional chord with viewers across the country. With a blend of grace, conviction, and authenticity, she brought depth to a character that mirrored everyday struggles and silent resilience. Popular TV Actress… Here we are talking about Puja Banerjee, who plays the role of 'Mata Parvati' in the serial 'Devon Ke Dev Mahadev', Puja Banerjee has been facing significant personal challenges in recent days. She and her husband, Kunal Verma, claimed on their YouTube channel that they had been cheated and had lost their life savings. The couple stated that the individual who deceived them was a close friend they had known for three years. Currently, Puja is facing another issue as an arrest warrant hangs over her. A filmmaker has accused the couple of kidnapping, assault, and extortion, leading to a complaint being filed with the Goa Police. Bengali filmmaker Sundar Shyam Dey alleges that Puja and Kunal kidnapped him in Goa and held him hostage in a villa, during which they extorted a substantial amount of money from him. His wife, Malbika, has also complained about the couple with the Goa Police. Fans are shocked by these serious allegations against Puja and Kunal. Shyam Sundar Dey claims he was on holiday in Goa when his car was surrounded by a black Jaguar. He considered Puja Banerjee as a sister, and when he emerged from the car, he was reportedly abducted. Dey asserts that the entire incident may have been recorded on CCTV. Puja Banerjee's Personal Life And Failed Marriage With… Puja Banerjee has had a tumultuous personal life. She has been married twice and ran away from home at the age of 15, becoming pregnant before marriage. In 2004, she took seven vows with her then-partner, Arunoy Chakraborty. However, their marriage lasted only nine years and ended in mutual consent in 2013. After the end of her first marriage, Puja focused on her career and earned a name for herself in the television industry. She portrayed Parvati in 'Devon Ke Dev Mahadev' with such dedication that the show propelled her to stardom. Subsequently, she met TV actor Kunal Verma and after dating for several years, they decided to marry in Goa in 2021. Notably, Puja became a mother in 2020, before their marriage.
NDTV
5 days ago
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- NDTV
Puja Banerjee And Kunal Verma Accused Of Abduction And Extortion By A Producer's Wife After Losing Money In A Scam
TV couple Kunal Verma and Puja Banerjee, who had claimed to lose their life-long savings in a scam last week, have been accused of kidnapping a Bengali film producer in Goa and extorting money from him. The couple, allegedly, attempted to take over his properties. The Goa Police filed an FIR under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) against Puja Banerjee, Kunal Verma, and their associate Piyush Kothari. The charges listed-Sections 126(2), 137(2), 140(2), 308(2), 115(2), 351(3), 61(2), and 3(5)-cover serious offenses such as abduction, unlawful confinement, extortion, criminal threats, and conspiracy. The incident comes to light after the producer's wife shared a detailed post on Facebook (June 14), alleging the couple of using coercive methods to extract money from her husband. Malabika Dey, the wife of producer Shyam Sunder Dey, attached Whatsapp screenshots, payment receipts and FIR documents to her post. What's Happening Popular television couple Kunal Verma and Puja Banerjee have been accused of kidnapping Bengali film producer Shyam Sunder Dey in Goa. The couple, allegedly, extorted money from the producer and attempted to take over his properties. The producer's wife shared a post on Facebook, alleging the couple of abduction and extortion. Malabika Dey also attached Whatsapp screenshots, payment receipts and FIR documents to her Facebook post. Malabika Dey wrote, "My husband was kidnapped, held against his will, threatened, and physically assaulted by Puja Banerjee, Kunal Verma, and their influential associate Piyush Kothari over several days as part of an extortion attempt. "While on a business trip in Goa, my husband drove a rented car when Puja and others intercepted him and forcibly took him to an undisclosed location." "In Goa, my husband was subjected to mental torture, and they demanded Rs 64 lakh from him. They threatened to falsely accuse him of a drug case if he didn't fulfil their demand. Shyam paid Rs 23 lakh . I've saved all the receipts and transaction proofs showing the transfers made to Puja and Kunal's accounts," claimed Malabika. She went on to add, "Shyam's mobile phones were taken by Puja and Kunal, who also forced him to reveal personal details and passwords. They made multiple video recordings, compelling him to speak as instructed. For now, he has been safely recovered with the assistance of the Goa Police, headed by the North Goa Superintendent of Police." Losing Savings In A Scam Last week, in a vlog, the couple revealed that they had lost their savings in a financial scam. Puja didn't reveal the exact amount. "These last two-three months have been extremely difficult for us. We have no idea what will happen next. We have been victims of a financial scam. We lost a big amount. We lost all of our life's savings. We have to start our life from zero but we won't give up. We don't want to give up. In these tough times, all we want is your support and prayers. We have full faith in God," Puja Banerjee said. In A Nutshell A week after losing their life-long savings in a scam, TV couple Kunal Verma and Puja Banerjee have been accused of extortion and abduction of a Bengali film producer in Goa.
Deccan Herald
6 days ago
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- Deccan Herald
Puja Banerjee & Kunal Verma accused of abduction, extortion by film producer Shyam Dey's wife Malabika
TV couple Kunal Verma and Puja Banerjee, who made headlines for losing all their savings in a scam, are now facing serious accusations of abduction and extortion. The couple reportedly kidnapped Bengali film producer Shyam Sunder Dey in Goa and extorted money from him, and attempted to take over his incident became public after a social media post by producer Shyam's wife, Malabika Dey, went viral. In the post, she shared FIR documents, payment receipts, and WhatsApp screenshots. The post alleged that Kunal Verma, Puja Banerjee, and their associate Piyush Kothari used coercive methods to extort funds from producer Shyam Sunder Dey by threatening him with false drug her post, Malabika stated, "I'm sharing a painful experience today—something no family should ever endure. On May 31, 2025, my husband, Mr. Shyamsundar Dey, a renowned Bengali film producer with more than 60 films to his credit, was involved in a shocking incident.".She further alleged, "My husband was kidnapped, held against his will, threatened, and physically assaulted by Puja Banerjee, Kunal Verma, and their influential associate Piyush Kothari over several days as part of an extortion attempt. While on a business trip in Goa, my husband drove a rented car when Puja and the others intercepted him and forcibly took him to an undisclosed location.""In Goa, my husband was subjected to mental torture, and they demanded Rs 64 lakh from him. They threatened to falsely accuse him of a drug case if he didn't comply. Terrified, Shyam paid Rs 23 lakh. I've saved all the receipts and transaction proofs showing the transfers made to Puja and Kunal's accounts," claimed went on to claim, "Shyam's mobile phones were taken by Puja and Kunal, who also forced him to reveal personal details and passwords. They made multiple video recordings, compelling him to speak as instructed. For now, he has been safely recovered with the assistance of the Goa Police, headed by the North Goa Superintendent of Police."After Shyam Sunder Dey was rescued from a Goa villa on June 4, the Goa Police filed an FIR under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) against Puja Banerjee, Kunal Verma, and their associate Piyush Kothari. The charges listed—Sections 126(2), 137(2), 140(2), 308(2), 115(2), 351(3), 61(2), and 3(5)—cover serious offenses such as abduction, unlawful confinement, extortion, criminal threats, and conspiracy.
India.com
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
'We have to start from zero...'This famous TV couple got scammed by a friend, lost all their savings in financial fraud..., their name is...
Did you know, behind the glamour of television, this celeb couple was hiding a nightmare for months. Known for lighting up screens in shows like Tujh Sang Preet Lagai Sajna and Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev, Kunal Verma and Puja Banerjee recently broke their silence, revealing in a raw vlog that a massive financial scam didn't just shake them, it wiped out their entire life savings. Fans are shocked, and sympathy is pouring in. The most difficult time in their lives With tears in their eyes, Puja Banerjee revealed that the last few months had been the most difficult time in their lives. Puja said this is the right time to come in front of their fans because everyone was concerned for them, and they were getting a lot of messages and calls. Victim of financial fraud They disclosed that they had been a victim of a financial fraud that involved a person they had known and trusted for three years—someone who had been a member of their inner circle. Puja fought back tears as she acknowledged that they're still in shock and are attempting to come to terms with the possibility that they won't ever get their money back, and they have to start everything from scratch. The emotional toll it has taken on them, particularly on Kunal, who she said is highly affected, is what she said made the situation even more difficult. 'It took us a long time to speak about it. We still get overwhelmed,' she shared. Watch the video here: Kunal also gave his version of events, describing how being betrayed by someone they thought of as family devastated them emotionally. Even their own family had been kept in the dark about the reality, but as things deteriorated and recovery attempts encountered obstacles, they realised it was time to come clean. 'We trusted someone blindly… and we lost everything,' he stated. According to the actor, the betrayer was a close friend they had known for three years and who also used to often visit their home. Puja disclosed that they had mortgaged their house to cover the money they ultimately lost because the financial shock was so severe. The family now faces the threat of losing their house because recovery is unclear. In her most recent vlog, Puja went to the Icchapurti Hanuman temple with her son to find the fortitude to endure the challenging path that lies ahead. She revealed that the same temple had blessed the start of her career and that she had gone to it in faith and hope at her darkest moments. Her prayer was simple but devastating: that her child would always have a place to live and that their family would have the fortitude to get through this difficult time. Puja's voice shook with passion as her son softly read the Hanuman Chalisa next to her. The actress stated that she is only requesting the bravery to weather the storm and rebuild everything that she and her spouse have lost. The adored couple received unwavering support from social media. While some followers urged her to remain strong and trust God, many others said they would also pray for the couple's success.
