Rupa Ganguly, a celebrated actress who portrayed Draupadi in the iconic television adaptation of the Mahabharata by B.R. Chopra, rose to fame for her unforgettable performance in the role, particularly the poignant scene of 'Cheer Haran' that still resonates with viewers today. Despite sharing the screen with big stars like Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar, it was her role in Mahabharata that catapulted her to stardom, making her the highest-paid actress on television during the 1980s. The impact of her portrayal was so profound that it continues to be an essential topic of discussion among fans of Indian television.