Veteran Bollywood actor Ashish Vidyarthi and his wife, Rupali Barua, were involved in a road accident in Guwahati on the night of Friday, January 3, 2026. The incident occurred when the couple was crossing a street and was struck by a motorcycle.
Ashish Vidyarthi's Instagram Live Reassures Fans
To address the swirling rumours and concern, Ashish Vidyarthi took to Instagram Live on Saturday, January 4, to personally confirm the incident and provide an update on their condition. The actor clarified the situation directly for his fans and the media.
In his live video, he stated, "Rupali and I were crossing the street yesterday, and a bike hit us. We are fine. Rupali is under observation. All is well, I am good. The injuries were minor… but absolutely fine." He emphasized that they were both walking, talking, and standing, urging against any sensationalization of the event.
Details of the Guwahati Accident and Aftermath
The accident took place in Guwahati, Assam. Ashish Vidyarthi confirmed that the bike rider involved was also conscious and expressed his well-wishes for the individual's recovery. He praised the emergency hospital staff for taking excellent care of them.
Following the live session, the actor also posted a written caption alongside the video, reiterating, "Rupali and I are well. We are under observation. But doing well… Thank you for your love." This direct communication from the actor served to quell unnecessary speculation about the severity of the incident.
Background on Ashish Vidyarthi and Rupali Barua
Ashish Vidyarthi, known for his powerful character roles in numerous films and web series, married entrepreneur Rupali Barua in 2023. Prior to this, he was married to Piloo Vidyarthi for 22 years; the couple amicably divorced in 2022. Ashish has a son from his previous marriage.
On the professional front, the actor was most recently seen in the reality show 'The Traitors Season 1', hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar. The accident news has drawn significant attention from fans across the country, who have flooded social media with messages of relief and support for the couple's speedy recovery.
