Popular television star Rupali Ganguly has added another prestigious accolade to her name by winning the Iconic Gold Award 2026 for her outstanding contribution to the TV industry. The actress, best known for her role in Anupamaa, celebrated the big moment with her family and it turned into a heartwarming and unforgettable evening. What made the night even more special was that Rupali wasn’t the only one from her family to be honored.
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Rupali Ganguly Honored For Her Work
Her brother, renowned choreographer Vijay Ganguly, also received recognition at the event. However, the real show-stealer of the evening turned out to be their mother, Rajni Ganguly. During the ceremony, Rajni Ganguly surprised everyone with a powerful dance performance alongside her son Vijay. The duo performed to the song Sharat from the film Dhurandhar, and the audience was left spellbound.
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Interestingly, Rajni had previously danced to the same track in a reel that had already gone viral on social media. Once again, her energy, expressions, and stage presence impressed viewers, with many users calling her the real star of the evening. Although Rupali and Vijay won the awards, it was Rajni Ganguly who grabbed the spotlight with her electrifying performance.
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Sharing pictures from the award ceremony, Rupali Ganguly expressed her gratitude in a heartfelt caption. She thanked the Iconic Gold Awards for the honor and dedicated the moment to her journey as Anupama. She described her brother Vijay and mother Rajni as her two precious gems and her backbone. She also thanked her husband, Ashwin Verma, for being her strength, and expressed deep gratitude to producer Rajan Shahi and the entire team of Anupamaa for trusting her with the iconic role.
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Rupali also mentioned how the show transformed her life and career. Since its premiere in 2020, Anupamaa has remained one of Indian television’s most successful and consistently high-ranking shows in TRP charts. The storyline, which addresses social issues and family dynamics, has resonated deeply with audiences.

