Updated On: 06 January, 2026 10:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Shefali Shah reflects on her separation from Harsh Chhaya, opening up about emotional abuse, self-worth, and the courage it took to walk away from an unhappy marriage and choose happiness on her own terms

Shefali Shah and Harsh Chhaya
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Shefali Shah has consistently championed women empowerment through her path-breaking roles, portraying strong, nuanced female characters. However, Shefali became strong in real life after a series of heartbreaking events. Opening up about one of the most defining chapters of her life, she candidly reflected on her decision to walk away from an unhappy marriage.
Shefali Shah married Harsh Chhaya in 1994, and the couple separated in 2000. Later that same year, she married Vipul Amrutlal Shah.