Rohit Chandel's Replacement In 'Sairaab' Confirmed, THIS Anupamaa Actor Now Becomes NEW Lead??

The controversy surrounding television actor Rohit Chandel has now started affecting his professional commitments. The actor was recently arrested after a case was registered against him under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita following allegations of stalking, harassing and assaulting a 16 year old girl. The matter is currently under investigation, and the allegations against the actor are yet to be proven in court. Amid the ongoing legal proceedings, there has been speculation for the past few days that the makers of Sairaab were looking for a new lead to replace Rohit.

The reports have now been confirmed. According to our exclusive sources, Anupamaa actor Sagar Parekh has been finalised to replace Rohit Chandel as the male lead in Sairaab. The actor is expected to join the cast soon, allowing the makers to continue shooting without disrupting the show's schedule. ''Many actors were in the contention to lead the show but Sagar is almost finalised, only the final paper work is left,'' our source tells us.

Soon after news of Rohit's arrest surfaced, reports claimed that the production house had begun looking for a replacement as they did not want the controversy to affect the show's progress. Several actors were reportedly approached for the role before the makers eventually zeroed in on Sagar Parekh. However, an official announcement from the channel or the production house is still awaited.

Sagar Parekh is a familiar face in the television industry and has earned appreciation for his performances in shows such as Anupamaa. With his entry into Sairaab, viewers will now get to see a new face leading the show. It remains to be seen how audiences respond to the casting change.

For those unaware, Rohit Chandel was taken into custody after the family of a 16 year old girl lodged a complaint against him. According to reports, he allegedly continued contacting the minor despite being asked to stop and later allegedly confronted and assaulted her near her residence. Based on the complaint, the police registered a case under the POCSO Act and other relevant legal provisions. The investigation in the matter is still underway.

While Rohit has not issued a detailed public statement on the allegations, the developments have sparked widespread discussion within the television industry. His reported exit from Sairaab marks the first major professional setback following the controversy, with Sagar Parekh now set to take over the lead role in the show.