But what does it take to be totally sure, not much, a one line statement by ZEE or Ekta or Paridhi is all it takes. But these maharathis don't even have the courtesy to do that. Respect for fans is one of the hallmarks of a good show, and this show certainly does not have that.
The solution, simple, start weaning yourself away from the serial. Start skipping episodes that you don't think will be worth watching and slowly you will come to a state where you won't care if the rumors are true or not.
We already have a year of memories. So, it won't be a catastrophe if something bad happens to the show.
And please don't insult my intelligence by telling me that these controversies help the TRP. I can quote you figures from past situations of this serial that show that the controversies of the type we have endured have not helped the ratings in any way whatsoever.