Who is Ashish Kapoor, The Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai actor accused of rape?
Ashish Kapoor has featured in many popular TV soaps like Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and others. Read on to know more about the rape case allegations against him that shocked Ashish Kapoor’s fans.
Last Updated: 07.34 PM, Sep 04, 2025
TV actor Ashish Kapoor has been arrested for rape charges after a woman allegedly accused him of sexual assault during a house party. The serious allegations have stirred the television industry as fans and the industry insiders await crucial updates in the matter. Ashish Kapoor has featured in many popular TV soaps like Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and others. Read on to know more about the case that shocked Ashish Kapoor’s fans.
Ashish Kapoor rape case
Television actor Ashish Kapoor has been held by police from Pune after being accused of rape charges. According to reports, Ashish sexually assaulted a woman in a bathroom during a house party in Delhi held in August. He met the woman on Instagram and allegedly invited her to the house to attend the party. A 24-year-old woman of Delhi allegedly filed an FIR against Kapoor, his friend, and his wife in a drug and rape case.
Ashish Kapoor TV shows and relationships
Ashish Kapoor has worked on several popular Indian television shows, including Woh Apna Sa, Saat Phere, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlaata Hai, and many more. His breakthrough role came with Dekha Ek Khwaab, where he played Prince Udayveer Singh alongside Priyal Gor. Despite a huge age gap, the costars dated for some time before calling it off.He was also seen in the horror show Ssshhh... Phir Koi Hai. His iconic and most memorable role came with Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, where he essayed the role of Nikhil Deora. His other notable performances include Woh Apna Sa, Saraswatichandra, and Saat Phere: Saloni Ka Safar.
Ashish Kapoor has grabbed attention for his charming looks and his relationships in the past. He also reportedly dated Albanian model Ilda Kroni for some time. The duo spent some romantic getaways before splitting up. Ashish later dated Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya 2 producer, Pearl Grey. They even got engaged but then parted ways.
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FAQs:
Q. Who is Ashish Kapoor?
A. Ashish Kapoor is a TV actor who is facing flak after being accused of sexual assault.
Q. Why is Ashish Kapoor famous?
A. Ashish Kapoor is famous for TV serials like Saat Phere, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, and others.
Q. Is Ashish Kapoor accused in a rape case?
A. Ashish Kapoor is facing rape accusations from a Delhi woman, who claimed to be assaulted by the TV actor.