Dr. Aarambhi’s Sumit Singh REPLACED by THIS ‘Mannat: Har Khushi Paane Ki’ actress
The actress, who played Shalini in Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki, is now joining Dr Aarambhi.
Published: Tuesday,Apr 28, 2026 11:44 AM GMT+05:30

Deepa Rao, who was last seen in Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki, is set to take on a new role in another show from the same production house. The actress, who played Shalini in Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki, is now joining Dr Aarambhi.
In Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki, Deepa Rao portrayed Shalini, who was shown as Mannat’s close friend and confidante. Her role was important in supporting the lead character and added emotional depth to the storyline. Through this performance, she left a strong impression on viewers.
Now, Deepa is stepping into a different space with Dr Aarambhi, a show produced by Mukta Dhond’s Malhar Content Creators. In this show, she will be taking over the role of Dr Manmeet. This role was earlier played by Sumit Singh, who has now exited the show.
Reports about Sumit Singh’s departure had already been circulating. While some reports suggested she chose to leave, the actress clarified in a media interaction that changes were being made to her character. She mentioned that Dr Manmeet, who was initially portrayed as a confident and strong personality, was gradually being written in a more docile and vulnerable way. According to her, the makers wanted a fresh face to take the character forward, which led to the casting change.
With this development, Deepa Rao has now been brought in to play Dr Manmeet. It is reported that she has already started shooting for the show. This marks an important step in her career, as she moves from one project to another within the same production house, taking on a completely different character.
A New Role with Established Impact
Dr Manmeet is not just another character in the show but plays a significant role in the storyline. The character has been an important part of Aarambhi’s journey and development. One of the key aspects of her role was that she anonymously donated her kidney to Aarambhi, making her a strong catalyst in Aarambhi’s transformation. This storyline added emotional weight to the narrative and highlighted the character's depth.
Taking over such a role comes with its own set of expectations. Since the character is already established and has contributed significantly to the story, it will be important to see how Deepa Rao adapts to it. Her previous work in Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki has already demonstrated her acting ability, and this new role offers her another opportunity to showcase her range.
The transition also reflects how television shows continue to evolve, with casting changes sometimes necessary due to creative decisions. In this case, the makers’ choice to introduce a new face for Dr Manmeet suggests a shift in how the character will be presented moving forward.
Deepa’s entry into Dr Aarambhi is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the character while maintaining the character's established essence. As she steps into the role, viewers will be watching closely to see how she carries forward the character and contributes to the ongoing storyline.
With her experience and previous performance, Deepa Rao now takes on a role that is both challenging and important to the narrative. As the show continues, her portrayal of Dr Manmeet will play a key part in shaping the story ahead.
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