Muskan Bamne reveals onscreen brother Aashish Mehrotra misses her the most post-exit from Anupamaa

Muskan Bamne, known for her role as Pakhi in the popular daily soap Anupamaa, decides to quit the show after starring in it for three years. The actress decides to step away from the show after the makers announced a leap in the story that would require her to play the mother of a four-year-old girl. In a new interview, Muskan opened up about her decision to quit the show and recalled the cast members calling and messaging her from the set.

Muskan Bamne says Rupali Ganguly called her to say she misses her

In an interview with Pinkvilla, Muskan Bamne spoke about the close bond she shares with the cast and crew of Anupamaa. The actress revealed she got a call from Rupali Ganguly, who headlines the show, telling her that she misses her. Muskan recalled, "It is just today that I received a call from Rupali Ganguly Ma'am. She told me that she missed me on the sets and also wished me luck for my future endeavors.” 

In the same conversation, the actress also mentioned that all other cast and crew members of the show have also sent her good wishes. She recalled, “Not only her (Rupali), but all the other actors of Anupamaa showered me with their good wishes. The moment I informed the cast about my decision, I was flooded with calls and messages. Toshu Bhai (Aashish Mehrotra) missed me the most. We met the other day for snacks. Everyone missed me, and I also miss working with them.” 

Why did Muskan Bamne quit Anupamaa? 

During the conversation, the actress mentioned that she takes all her career decisions in consultation with her family. She stated that she and her family were both of the opinion that it is not the right time for her to play a mother in her career which is why she decided to step back from the show. She stated, “All my professional decisions are taken by my Chachu (Raj Bamne). We discussed the same, and both of us thought that it would be very soon in my career to play a mother. My family was well aware that whenever the show would require me to play a mother, I'd quit. So, my family was with me on the decision.” 

Chandni Bhagwanani will now replace Muskan to play the role of Pakhi. On the replacement, Muskan expressed, “Honestly, I am very excited to see Chandni play the character of Pakhi. I also wished her on social media, and she also replied to me. I've given my three years to Pakhi and feel that it is a very well-built character. I am thrilled to see her ace the character. All the very best to her.”  Chandni Bhagwanani has been active in the TV industry for nearly 20 years now. The Jhalli Anjali actress began her career as a child artist, and gradually gained popularity with her work in shows like Amita Ka Amit and Tumhi Ho Bandhu Sakha Tumhi.