When Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai’s Ratna Pathak Shah revealed being Rupali Ganguly’s character ‘Monisha’ in real life

Ratna Pathak Shah, who played the iconic character of Maya Sarabhai in Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai, is often remembered for her poised accent, sarcasm, and upper-class behaviour. However, her off-screen personality is what fans love even more. In an interview, Ratna had accepted that her off-screen chemistry is a whole different story and one that might just remind fans of another beloved character from the show, Monisha.
In an interview with Chal Chitra Talks, Ratna laughed and said, “I buy everything under Rs 5000. I don’t like spending more money. I am Monisha actually. And clothes? I refuse to spend more than Rs 10,000. But I buy sarees that I come across something really unusual.”
Maya, who once called out Monisha’s middle-class tendencies, admitted to being her when it comes to real life. But Ratna’s admission is not just amusing—it’s deeply endearing. Beneath the acclaimed actor is a woman who values simplicity, who finds joy in good bargains, and who, like so many of us, draws a line when it comes to spending—except when it’s for something that truly matters.
She further added, “I feel, here is something which has been done with attention to detail, and with physical involvement of human beings and their hands, which need respect. So, there I’m happy to spend.” Ratna is best known for her character of Maya in Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai. Fans loved and enjoyed her character in the show and are a fan of it till date. Maya’s sophisticated demeanor and sharp wit resonated with audiences, making the character unforgettable.