Veteran actor Ashish Vidyarthi gave fans a late-night scare after news broke that he and his wife, Rupali Barua, were involved in a road accident in Guwahati. Thankfully, the actor was quick to clarify the situation, assuring everyone that both of them are safe and recovering.
What happened in Guwahati
The incident occurred when Ashish and Rupali were crossing a road in Guwahati and were hit by a speeding motorcycle. Locals nearby immediately stepped in and arranged medical help. The couple was taken for medical examination, while the motorcyclist involved in the accident was also shifted to Gauhati Medical College Hospital for treatment.
As word of the accident spread online, concern among fans grew rapidly.
“Nothing to sensationalise,” says Ashish
To put all rumours to rest, Ashish Vidyarthi shared a video message on social media, calmly updating fans about their condition. He said that both he and Rupali sustained only minor injuries and were kept under observation as a precaution.
Requesting people not to panic, the actor stressed that there was nothing serious and thanked everyone for the love and prayers pouring in. He also urged fans to share the video so the message could reach those worried about their well-being.
About Ashish Vidyarthi and Rupali Barua
Ashish Vidyarthi married Assam-based fashion entrepreneur Rupali Barua in May 2023. The actor was earlier married to Rajoshi Vidyarthi. With a career spanning decades, Ashish has worked across multiple film industries, including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, Marathi, Odia, and even English cinema.
Widely known for his powerful antagonist roles, his filmography includes popular titles like 1942: A Love Story, Vaastav, Soldier, Major Saab, Joru Ka Ghulam, Haseena Maan Jaayegi, and many more.
Final words
While the accident was undoubtedly frightening, Ashish Vidyarthi’s reassuring update has brought relief to fans. With both him and Rupali doing well under medical supervision, the focus now is on rest and recovery.
