Shubhangi Atre, known for her role as Angoori Bhabhi in Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain, has recently opened up about a deeply personal chapter of her life. In a heartfelt conversation with a reporter from Viral Bhayani’s team, the actress reflected on the loss of her ex-husband, Piyush Poorey, who passed away earlier this year. His death came just two months after the couple legally ended their 22-year-long marriage.
Piyush Poorey had been battling liver cirrhosis for quite some time. The illness had already taken a toll on his health before the inevitable happened. Shubhangi revealed that doctors had repeatedly warned them about the risks if lifestyle changes weren’t made. The major concern was Piyush’s alcohol addiction, which continued despite medical advice. She admitted she knew this day might come, though its timing left her shaken.
During the interview, Shubhangi struggled to hold back her emotions while remembering Piyush. She quietly said, “Main yahi kahungi ke bahot hi unfortunate tha… But, I think it is because of addiction. Doctors ne bahot pehle hi bol diya tha ke agar woh apna lifestyle change nahi karenge, toh yeh ho sakta hai.”
As she recalled their shared memories, Shubhangi emphasized that despite their separation, love and good memories remained. Breaking down during the chat, she added, “I want to remember him for all the good things. I loved him, and I might never forget about that. Achchi yadoon mein main yaad rakhna chahati ho Piyush ko aur main aaj bhi yahi bolti ho ki Ashi ko bless karte rehna. Hum dono ko guide karte rehna, and that’s it.”
The actress reflected on their long journey together. Shubhangi and Piyush got married in 2003. Their relationship, like any other, saw moments of joy, challenges, and eventual heartbreak. The couple welcomed their daughter, Ashi, in 2005, and for years tried to maintain their family bond. But over time, personal differences widened, leading them to part ways in 2022. Though they separated then, their divorce was only finalized in February 2025, merely two months before Piyush’s passing.
Even after their separation, Shubhangi remained connected through their daughter. She spoke about how Piyush’s passing had been difficult for both her and Ashi. Losing a father is never easy, and Shubhangi said she wanted Ashi to carry her father’s blessings with her always.
