Public Dispute Unfolds Between Reality TV Couple Monica Vaswani and Rish Karam
Fans of the popular reality series have recently been captivated by a dramatic breakup involving Monica Vaswani and Rish Karam. The split has garnered attention after Monica publicly accused Rish of infidelity, leading to a series of revealing social media exchanges.
On Sunday, June 1, Monica, 32, took to her Instagram stories to share her frustrations, posting images of unopened condoms alongside a candid message: “I’m done with all your lies. This isn’t the woman I was when we filmed together. Did you really think I was that naive, @rishkaram?”
In addition to her post, Monica shared alleged private messages from a woman claiming to have had a romantic encounter with Rish. The messages indicated that Rish had kissed her, claimed he was single, and expressed a desire to meet up that day-details that Monica highlighted to support her accusations.
Rish, however, dismissed the allegations, asserting that he was no longer in a relationship with Monica at the time. “Monica and I have not been together for over a month,” he explained via Instagram. “She entered my home unannounced while I was abroad, went through my personal belongings, and took out-of-context photos to post online.”
He further clarified that their engagement had ended, emphasizing that he had not been unfaithful during their relationship. “I never cheated on her and only wanted to give her my best while we were together,” Rish stated. “It’s unfortunate that things didn’t work out, and she asked me to keep our breakup private as she processed everything.”
Adding to his account, Rish shared a screenshot showing photos of Monica’s family helping her move out of his residence on April 21, 2025, asserting, “Her family assisted her with moving out, as seen in this photo. I’ve been single ever since.”
Background: A Reality Series Marked by Turmoil
Their tumultuous relationship was previously documented on the reality show Household Karma, which aired from 2020 to 2023. The series followed the lives of Indian-American families across three generations, all of whom had relocated to Florida around the same time. Monica was a main cast member, and Rish joined the show later as her boyfriend.
During season 3, Rish faced rumors of infidelity, which he denied while discussing their future plans. Monica expressed her desire for stability, saying, “By 30, I thought I’d be married with children, starting the next chapter of my life. I’ve done everything right-steady job, family’s respect-but I still feel lost. Maybe I need to shake things up because I’ve never felt so uncertain about my future.”
Engagement Announcement and Future Prospects
Despite their on-screen struggles, Monica and Rish announced their engagement in November 2023, signaling a new chapter in their relationship. Monica shared her excitement on Instagram, writing, “We found our way to each other. True love is about growth, learning, and never giving up. Surrounded by incredible friends and family, our hearts are full, and I’m overjoyed to share our engagement with you all.”
Rish echoed her sentiments, expressing his gratitude and love: “I am beyond blessed to call you my best friend, soulmate, and now fiancée. Your vibrant spirit, radiant smile, and kind heart remind me every day why I’m so lucky to share my life with you. I look forward to all the adventures ahead-here’s to our future together, love you always.”
Looking Ahead: The Future of Household Karma
Following their breakup, NBCUniversal’s Frances Berwick hinted at the possibility of revisiting Household Karma in the future. She stated, “In my heart, I believe there’s a chance we might bring the show back someday,” suggesting that the series’ storylines and cast dynamics could evolve again.
As the couple moves forward separately, their story continues to resonate with fans who have followed their journey through love, conflict, and reconciliation-highlighting the complex realities behind the glitz of reality television.
