_d.png "Independence Day 2025")
A day later, Choudhary came out with her story, which was slightly more extensive. It spoke of her being in a toxic relationship with Ruparel, who sexually and emotionally manipulated her
Shrutee Choudhary and Gauri Awasthi
A day later, Choudhary came out with her story, which was slightly more extensive. It spoke of her being in a toxic relationship with Ruparel, who sexually and emotionally manipulated her. Little did they know they had opened a can of worms. "Once we put it out there, the accounts started pouring in. We didn't realise the magnitude of this. And, every time a girl spoke to us, we felt her trauma," says Choudhary. The two women then resolved to make Ruparel pay for his deeds. Thanks to their relentless telling of stories of girls who had been mistreated by Ruparel, he was asked to step down from his duties at TTT. Several brands also broke off ties with TTT.
"We realised that we were normal people, and we didn't have as much influence as he did. But, social media became our power. The magnitude of it was empowering, and even though we couldn't take legal action against him, we got to tell our story and stand together," says Choudhary, to which Awasthi adds, "At least he can't hurt anyone again."
Catch up on all the latest Mumbai news, crime news, current affairs, and also a complete guide on Mumbai from food to things to do and events across the city here. Also download the new mid-day Android and iOS apps to get latest updates
Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!
