&TV actors' express gratitude towards their parents for being their source of inspiration on Parents Day

Parents are always the first individuals from whom we draw inspiration. Right from trying to ape their handwriting to dressing up like them, pretending to go to the office with a briefcase in hand; it is often our parents who become our role models for life. No matter how old we turn, our parents continue to inspire us in their majestic ways. While being our pillar of strength, there is something about them that keeps fuelling a fire within us to keep moving ahead. Recognising the selfless efforts of parents, &TV artists share how their parents are their source of inspiration.

Sneha Wagh, who essays Bal Hanuman's mother, Anjani Maa in &TV's Kahat Hanuman Jai Shri Ram accredits her parents for what she has achieved today. Talking about the same, she expresses, "When it comes to my parents, I have been quite vocal and even today will proudly acknowledge that I owe my success to them. The skills I possess is because they let me be myself. Acting and dancing are artforms where one requires to express, to be let free. My parents have never held me back from expressing how I feel. Hence, I had no fear of being judged or misinterpreted by others. That, in my view, is vital when it comes to choosing a career path. Today, the person I am is with due credits to my parents. They inspire me every day to be to myself."

Sarika Bahroliya aka Gudiya from the show &TV'sGudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari is very close to her parents and is missing their presence this Parents Day. Sharing her thoughts on it, she says, "My parents are my lifeline, and I would want them to be with me forever. They were quite strict when I was young. I was given very less pocket money and was told to spend them very cautiously, but now I realise that it was for my betterment. Today, whatever I am, it is because of them. I learnt to be calm and patient from my mother, while my father taught me everything about banking and finance. They introduced to me what sharing means and how to care for others. I am thankful to them for inculcating these values in me and making me a good human being. I miss having them around, especially in this critical situation. We connect on video calls, but I look forward to meeting them soon."

Dabanggdulhaniya Kamna Pathak aka Rajesh from &TV's Happu Ki Ultan Paltan shares, "My parents have been my constant support since the start of my career. Both of them have been strong followers of Art and Music. Following their footsteps, I dived into theatre at a very young age. They would always sit in the audience and cheer me during my performance while I was in college. The day I signed Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, I was extremely nervous and immediately called my mother to explain my anxiety of not knowing the Bundelkhandi language. She calmed me down and took the next flight to Mumbai and taught me the language. She taught me so well that my first-day dialogue delivery amazed the entire crew. While my mother helped me master the dialogues, my father helped me sing in Bundelkhandi. They have been my strongest pillars of strength ever since I've known the words 'Maa' and 'Papa'."

Tanvi Dogra, whoplays the ardent devotee of Santoshi Maa in &TV's Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein shares, "My parents are my biggest supporters and pillars of strength. Be it my career choice or any life decisions. When I signed my first show, I had to move to Mumbai from Pune. My parents were initially sceptical and were concerned about my well-being. After a week, mom shifted with me while brother and father continued to live in Pune. It's only then I realised parents could go to any length to protect and care for their child, even if it means staying away from each other for the sake of their child. We share a strong bond based on love, trust, and care for each other. It is only due to their constant support and belief in my abilities that instilled the confidence into me to become what I am today."

Ashish Kadian, who plays Indresh in &TV's Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein shares, "Since childhood, I was inclined towards extracurriculars as against academics. When I decided to pursue my career in acting, both my parents were extremely hesitant due to the fear of sustenance in the entertainment industry. Recognising my talent & hard work, they eventually encouraged me to follow my dream. My father provided for my Mumbai tickets and gave me some cash. I went for multiple auditions, did night-shifts at a call centre so that I could pay for my acting classes and house rent, and finally was able to bag my first ever role in a show. The first time they saw me on television, their happiness was beyond bounds. I am proud to share that the struggle and determination which got me my first job was only possible because of the trust my parents had in me. I have eventually realised the importance of the phrase my father often said, 'Hard work always bears fruits of success'."

Modern Colony gets its own new Daroga – Angoori Bhabi!

&TV’s cult shows - Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai has etched a special place in the viewers’ heart for its lead characters quirks, comic timing and complete hilarity. In continuation of its joyride with more amusing and entertaining plots, the fresh episodes will have several comical plots that are bound to leave the audience in splits. Our very own sweet and naive Angoori Bhabi (Shubhangi Atre) will turn into a cop to tame all the criminals of Modern Colony. Yes, you heard it right! Angoori Bhabi will be the new cop in town! But how successful Angoori Bhabi will be is something to watch out!

In the forthcoming episodes, Angoori will be seen feeding the poor in her vicinity. Looking at her splurging money on providing for others, Manmohan Tiwari (Rohitashv Gour) asks the commissioner of police to arrest her. But the tables turn, and the top cop appoints Angoori as the new chief of the police station. Excited to take on the new responsibility Angoori joins the very next day. Talking about her Daroga look ShubhangiAtre shares, “Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai as we all know is soon going to air fresh episodes, and it is sure to bring in immense fun and laughter in the Modern Colony. It is the first time I am playing a Cop, and I must say it was quite entertaining. It was refreshing to take a break from saree-clad look into a completely new getup, that is of a Police Inspector.  The cop's stick came quite handy even off-camera to get everyone in line (Laughs). I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. It was so much fun shooting for this sequence that I can only imagine how much our fans and viewers are going to enjoy it.”

In their quest to trying to impress each other’s wives, there will be more amusing and entertaining plots between the Modern Colony’s neighbouring couples, the Mishras and the Tiwaris. From Mishra Ji’s quirks, Tiwari Ji’s comic timing, to Angoori Bhabi’s innocence and Anita Bhabi’s smartness, there will be a whole lot of new and fun stories offering a full dose of hilarity and laughter.

Catch all the brand-new exciting episodes of Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai at 10:30 pm starting July 13th, 2020 only on &TV!

Intezaar Khatam! Kyunki 13th July Se &TV Pe Entertainment Shuru! Catch the fresh episodes of all &TV's shows from July 13th onwards

After a three-month hiatus from fresh episodes owing to the lockdown, &TV is back with more vigour, more laughter, more stories, more entertainment, and everything more! Starting July 13th, 2020, under its comeback campaign  #TayyariHumariZabardastHai, &TV will present a fresh lineup of episodes of all its shows, beginning with Gudiya HumariSabhi Pe Bhari at 8:00 pm; EkMahanayak Dr B.R. Ambedkar at 8:30 pm; Santoshi MaaSunayeVratKathayein at 9:00 pm; Kahat Hanuman Jai Shri Ram at 9:30 pm; Happu Ki Ultan Paltan at 10:00 pm and BhabijiGhar Par Hai at 10:30 pm. With its creative idea of #TayyariHumariZabardastHai, the channel has on offer Zabardast Entertainment with UsseBhiZabardastKirdarsAurKahaniyans celebrating every facet, flavour, character, and story authentically bringing alive the essence of our Indian culture.

While the viewers are looking forward to seeing new episodes of their favourites shows and characters on their television screens, &TV actors too are equally excited to be back. And here is a sneak-peak into the brand-new forthcoming episodes by them.

Sarika Bahroliya, Gudiya from &TV's Gudiya HumariSabhi Pe Bhari says, "Gudiya's marriage has always been a sore point for her family, especially her parents Radhe and Sarla. A brand-new family in the neighbourhood is about to knock on the Gupta's family's door and maybe directly into Gudiya's heart! But will Gudiya, with her quips and quirks, once again land herself into an unusual situation? Kya Gudiya unn pe bhipedegibhari?"

Jagannath Nivangune, Ramji Sakpal in &TV’s EkMahanayak Dr B. R Ambedkar says, "Babasaheb faced several struggles while growing up that completely changed the course of his life. And one person who always stood as a strong pillar of support ,guided and mentored him was his father, Ramji Sakpal. But coming up soon is a challenging moment for both father and son, when Bhimrao is compelled to take a stand against his family’s decision on the issue of child marriage."

Gracy Singh, Santoshi Maa in &TV's Santoshi MaaSunayeVratKathayein says, "We have a high-voltage drama between Singhasan Singh and Swati, an ardent devotee of Santosh Maa. Singhasan Singh, who is determined to throw Swati, his daughter-in-law, out of the house, will bring the entire community together along with his family to perform Santoshi MaaVrat to get avardaan. This will put Santoshi Maa in a dilemma to choose between the Dharam and Adharam, her ardent devotee, Swati and the evil, Singhasan Singh."

Sneha Wagh, Anjani Mata in &TV’sKahat Hanuman Jai Shri Ram says, “After Lord Vishnu incarnated as Lord Ram on earth, Lord Shiv took the form of Lord Hanuman to serve Lord Ram in his purpose to defeat the evil Lord Ravana. Lord Hanuman was the eleventh Rudra avatar of Lord Shiva. In the forthcoming episodes, the story of 'GyraahMukhi Hanuman' will be shown through Anjani Mata narrating the tale to Bal Hanuman for him to learn various lessons from each avatar to channelize his power for achieving his core purpose."

Yogesh Tripathi, the pot-bellied DarogaHappu Singh of &TV’sHappu Ki Ultan Paltan says, "DarogaHappu Singh, his 'Dabangg Dulhan' Rajesh and his obstinate mother Katori Amma's 'gharelu' misadventures and comic tragedies will continue with a lot more Zabardast and Mazedaar plots with unexpected twists that will surely leave the audience in splits."

ShubhangiAtre, AngooriBhabi of &TV’s BhabijiGhar Par Hai says, "In their quest to trying to impress each other's wives, there will be more amusing and entertaining plots between the Modern Colony's neighbouring couples, the Mishras and the Tiwaris. From Mishra Ji's quirks, Tiwari Ji's comic timing, to AngooriBhabi's innocence and Anita Bhabi's smartness, there will be a whole lot of new and fun stories offering a full dose of hilarity and laughter."

So now the wait is over. Get set to watch the brand-new episodes of all your favourite shows starting July 13^th only on &TV, at 8pm!

This Guru Purnima, let us remember Krishna Keshav Ambedkar who gave Babasaheb’s his Ambedkar surname

‘Guru Brahma, Guru Vishnu, Guru Devo Maheshwara!’ Translating into, Guru is Brahma the Creator, Vishnu the Organiser and Shiva the Destroyer. The shloka further emphasizes that ‘Guru is above all and I bow with the utmost respect to him.’ Guru Purnima, which falls on July 5th, is a traditional festival where disciples respect and worship their Gurus and express gratitude. To commemorate this day further, this ‘Guru Purnima’ let us remember the teacher, Krishna Keshav Ambedkar who not only guided the most exceptional leader of all times - Dr B. R. Ambedkar but also gave him his surname, ‘Ambedkar’.

It is often said that teachers are pioneers in shaping a student’s future. Very few teachers show genuine emotion, care, and concern when it comes to showing selfless love and encouragement towards children, one such motivating and determined teacher in Babasaheb’s life was his Guruji - Krishna Keshav Ambedkar. In the 1800s, India was adapting to new educational patterns, and during this time, Babasaheb faced an exceedingly challenging time in school and was treated differently by school authorities and teachers. Unable to ignore the differentiated treatment and help Babasaheb progress, his Guruji took a bold step and gave him his surname, ‘Ambedkar’ to get rid of the caste identity.

Babasaheb who was born as Bhimrao Ramji Sakpal was registered as Bhimrao Ambadawekar in school by his father Ramji because the surname came from his native village ‘Ambadawe’ in Ratnagiri district. However, because of his Guruji at school – Krishna Keshav Ambedkar, who bestowed his surname to Babasaheb which led to him being known as Bhimrao Ambedkar.  

Talking about the outstanding contribution that Babasaheb’s teacher had in his life, Jagannath Nivangune who plays Ramji Sakpal in &TV’s Ek Mahanayak Dr B.R. Ambedkar shares, “A teacher, also known as Guru is the one who prepares you to face different chapters of life. Babasaheb was fortunate to have Krishna Keshav Ambedkar as his Guruji who noticed how bright Babasaheb was and guided him towards his career path. Babasaheb was ambitious and had the quest to learn more. Despite being treated differently by fellow students, Babasaheb studied with utmost sincerity and dedication. Growing fond of Babasaheb for his intellect and hunger for education, his teacher Krishna Keshav Ambedkar changed his surname to Ambedkar.”

&TV’s Ek Mahanayak Dr B. R Ambedkar is an inspirational story of Babasaheb and his journey from the tender age of five, to him becoming the prime architect of the Indian constitution.

Catch all the brand-new episodes of ‘Ek Mahanayak Dr B.R. Ambedkar’ at 8:30 pm starting July 13th, 2020 only on &TV!

&TV artists gear up for shooting

Lights. Camera. Action!

All your favourite &TV shows and characters are gearing up to enthral and entertain their viewers once again. &TV is all set to start shooting for of its shows, which includes Ek Mahanayak – Dr B.R. Ambedkar, Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, Kahat Hanuman Jai Shri Ram, Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari, Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein and Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai in strict adherence to the guidelines laid by the Maharashtra Government.

Last few months have been quite uncertain for everyone due to the coronavirus enforced lockdown. Everybody confined to their homes, engaged in household work, bonding with their loved ones, developing new skills and rediscovering their lost passion. But one thing that stood in good stead was catching up on their favourite television shows and characters.

Speaking of which, here’s what &TV artists had to share about their lockdown time, to now gearing up to resume the shoot.

Aasif Sheikh, the Vibhuti Narayan of &TV’s Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai shares, “I took this time to bond with my family, rekindle my lost passion for reading and writing, and experiment with food. I was also shifting to a new house, which was quite a daunting task. This lockdown time has taught me to value time and freedom more than ever. On the work front, I have been longing to get back into my character of Vibhuti Narayan and entertain my viewers. A lot of fans had been telling me how much they love our show and have been binge-watching it. I am eager to go back to my earlier routine. We have been briefed thoroughly by the production team on the shooting guidelines and precautions.  They are leaving no stone unturned to ensure everyone adheres to social distancing norms, wears masks when not on camera, alongside maintaining high-standards of sanitation on-sets.”

Shubhangi Atre, the Angoori Bhabhi of &TV’s Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai shares, “It was an unexpectedly long break which allowed me to pursue my passion for dance along with frequent meditation sessions. I spent a lot of time with my daughter, engaging her in arts and crafts along with baking and cooking. However, there was always this question in the back of my mind on how soon can we resume work? I am happy now that we are gearing to resume shoots for the show with the utmost safety and precautions. I am eager to hear the words Lights, Camera, and Action after a long time. We all have been briefed on the guidelines, and we will ensure we strictly adhere to it at all times. I am quite excited and eagerly looking forward to entertaining my audience with fresh episodes of Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai.”

Rohitashv Gour who plays Manmohan Tiwari in &TV’s Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai adds, “I spent this time engaging in household work, playing board games and staying in touch with my family, friends and fans through live interactions and video calls. I have been working for many years, and this sudden pause did make me miss shooting big time. I am quite happy to resume shooting. The team has briefed us on the guidelines laid by the government to ensure everyone is safe and adheres to it at all times. This time has taught me that I am not just responsible for my health and safety but also that of others around me, hence it is critical to follow the safety and precautions strictly.”

Yogesh Tripathi, Daroga Happu Singh from &TV’s Happu Ki Ultan Paltan shares, “I missed my character of Doroga Happu Singh quite a lot, along with all my cast and crew members. I am looking forward to resuming shooting soon. I spent a lot of time with my child teaching him new things alongside assisting my wife in cooking and even learning a few recipes as well. This lockdown gave me time to introspect and discover a lot of things that I had been contemplating to do for quite some time. I am now eagerly looking forward to entertaining my viewers all over again. The Team has worked out a detailed sanitation plan to ensure we all are safe and adhere to the safety norms at all times during the shoot.”

Gracy Singh from &TV’s Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein shares, “It is indeed a tough time as we were fighting the common enemy with all our might. This lockdown time has given me time to introspect and pursue other activities such as dance, meditation and yoga. Shoots now are subjected to the revised guidelines, and I am looking forward to being back on the sets and start rolling. We all have been given a copy of revised guidelines, and we understand that following these are in everyone’s best interest. We all need to align ourselves to this new normal and come back with full enthusiasm and vigour.”

Sneha Wagh, Anjani of &TV’s Kahat Hanuman Jai Shri Ram shares, “The lockdown period helped me focus on self-love and relaxation. I have spent a good amount of time doing Mandala art, and it has brought a lot of positivity in me.  All of my family members are working; this was a good time for us to reunite and spend quality time with each other. I am eager to get back to my normal routine and excited to meet the entire cast after such a long gap. Of course, going forward, we will have to take a lot of precautions on set, but the show must go on.”

Get ready to watch the all-new episodes of your favourite shows coming soon only on &TV!

&TV actors share views on becoming environmentally responsible citizens

In merely three months of us going into lockdown, Mother Earth saw a tremendous amount of healing. It is enough proof for us to alter certain habits, imbibe a healthy lifestyle and make mindful decisions to keep our environment clean. Every human, young or old, must become advocates of climate change and look after all the elements that are part of mother nature. It has now become more imperative than before for each one of us to direct our efforts and consciously act upon environment protection. On World Environment Day, &TV actors share how even small efforts can bring about a positive change in the environment.

Hailing from the cleanest city of India, Indore, Kamna Pathak, the Dabang Rajesh of Happu Ki Ultan Paltan says, “Not a lot of actors can proudly say this – I belong to one of India’s cleanest city. Indore is the ‘Cleanest City’ four times in a row in Swachh Survekshan, an annual cleanliness survey! India’s Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Indore’s cleanliness streak has set splendid examples for every city and every citizen to draw inspiration. When we can keep our homes clean, why can’t we keep our cities clean? Cleanliness is not just good practice but our responsibility as a human being towards our environment. If everyone starts thinking this way, it can make a significant difference.”

She further adds, “I pick up waste whenever I can and dispose it responsibly. Ever since I started doing this, I noticed a change in me. I started feeling good about myself. Keeping our environment clean also helps us keep our thoughts, our minds clean. A clean environment is everyone’s responsibility.”

Samta Sagar, Gudiya’s mother in &TV’s Gudiya HamariSabhi Pe Bhariis not only one of the most talented actors we have, but also an inherently environment-conscious person. This World Environment Day, Samta says, "Water is the essence of our being and is required in all daily activities. Many of us are unaware of how privileged we are to have a 24x7 water supply. In many parts of the world, there is a growing water shortage issue. Imagine standing in a long queue for hours only to fill up one bucket of water. Saving water is a pressing issue, especially in such a densely populated country like ours. Now that monsoon is also here let us not take it for granted. Save as much water as you can. Use less water, re-use water after washing vegetables to water your plants. There are many ways in which we can save water so that others can get their fair share.”

&TV’s Bali, Nirbhay Wadhwa seen in Kahat Hanuman Jai Shri Ram has been passionate about wildlife protection. Putting his best foot forward, Nirbhay shares, “I am incredibly protective of animals, wild-animals especially. I, along with a few friends of mine, often rescue wild animals. We sometimes make arrangements to transport them safely back to their natural habitat. In today’s time, mostly due to our lifestyle choices like food, clothing, infrastructure etc. many animal species are in dire need of protection.

He further stresses upon wildlife protection saying, “Today, we have come to a juncture where we must choose to co-exist, or we will perish. Without wildlife and other animal species, we will not be able to survive. We all have studied the food chain and food web. This World Environment Day let us re-visit the chapters on the environment, re-learn and help create more awareness.” The actor has also walked the ramp for PETA in the past.

Ashish Kadian of Santoshi Maa – SunayeinVratKathayein has been very vocal about environmental issues and measures. This World Environment Day he says, “With lockdown 5.0 and people advised to stay indoors till June 30, we don’t know how far we are from complete decontamination. But we can give back to our environment even by staying home. All we need is to take small steps toward conservation. What families can do is be more mindful that staying home the entire day means more consumption of electricity. It is something each member should be cognizant. Blind consumption of electricity harms the environment in ways more than one! My mother and I ensure we use minimum power while in lockdown. Simple measures like unplugging devices when not in use, using natural light during daytime, using AC sensibly and smartly, could go a long way in conserving energy and an effective way in contributing our bit towards environment protection.”

&TV to pay a special tribute through its ‘Ek Desh Ek Awaaz’ initiative on Ambedkar Jayanti

14th April is observed as one of the landmark days as the nation celebrates the birth of one of most exceptional leaders in Indian history, who rallied a revolution and became a voice to reckon with – Dr B.R. Ambedkar. This year, to create a landmark moment for Dr Ambedkar’s followers and to celebrate his 129th birth anniversary, amid the lockdown, &TV launches the ‘Ek Desh Ek Awaaz’ initiative, to pay a special tribute to Babasaheb from your very own home. As a part of this initiative, the channel urges everyone to come together for Bheem Vandana and pay special homage to Babasaheb on April 14th at 8:00 pm only on &TV.

Considered as the architect of the Indian constitution, Dr B.R. Ambedkar was a leader par excellence and whose legacy is unparalleled. He believed that the only way India could foster national unity and stability was through instating a unified code of One Nation One Constitution.  

As the nation celebrates Ambedkar Jayanti today, let us look at four landmark moments in his life that made him the most exceptional leader of our times.

1. Dr B.R. Ambedkar becomes Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution: Dr B.R. Ambedkar is considered as the Father of the Indian Constitution. His reputation as a scholar-led him to become India’s first law minister and subsequently, the Chairman of the committee for drafting the Constitution on 29th August 1947.
2. Dr B.R. Ambedkar makes Sanskrit the National Language of India: At the time of the making of the Indian Constitution, keeping in mind the historical value which the Sanskrit language holds, Dr B.R. Ambedkar convinced the board to make Sanskrit as India’s national language.
3. Dr B.R Ambedkar, the first man to lead the Women Rights Movement: Babasaheb was one of the most prominent voice for women empowerment. Through the Hindu Marriage Act, Hindu Succession, Guardianship Act, and the Hindu Code Bill, he gave a voice to the women community in fighting for their rights and encouraged them to stand shoulder to shoulder with the men.
4. Dr B.R Ambedkar bestowed with Bharat Ratna award: On 14th April 1990, Dr B.R Ambedkar was presented with India’s highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna Award, posthumously for his contribution towards the nation.

So, let us unite to pay a special tribute to Dr B.R. Ambedkar through ‘Ek Desh Ek Awaaz’ initiative at 8:00 pm to celebrate Ambedkar Jayanti only on &TV

Enjoy a fantastic line-up of Comedy, Inspiration, Excitement, and Devotion only on &TV

- 8 Must-Watch Shows on &TV right now -

In today's environment, we know that Social Distancing and the simple behavioural change of staying at home and reducing public contact can help curb the spread of this pandemic. Keeping this in mind, &TV urges everyone to follow this simple guiding thought - “Hum Ghar Ke Andhar, Toh Corona Bahar” (“We stay in, Corona Stays Out”) - to protect ourselves, our families and our fellow Indians.  

But being home-bound may not be as great as it sounds. It is tough to stay entertained with nowhere to go. Which is why we believe &TV’s line-up is just what you need to keep away any stay-at-home blues and be completely entertained. From stomach-clutching comedy to inspirational stories to devotional kathas, &TV shows have it all. Not to forget the exciting, heart-thumping weekend line-up of fantasy-horror and thrillers. 

1. Gharelu Comedy - Happu ki Ultan Paltan

From the oil-slicked hair that perfectly twirls on his forehead, to his goofy paan-stained grin that highlights his atypical moustache – the funny potbellied Daroga Happu Singh (Yogesh Tripathi) has made viewers laugh like none other over the years. But is the sher of Kanpur's Modern Colony a bheegi billi at home? Happu’s 'gharelu' misadventures and comic tragedies are sure to tickle your funny bone. The show narrates the escapades of Daroga Happu Singh, his ‘Dabangg Dulhan’ Rajesh (Kamna Pathak), an obstinate mother Katori Amma - Himani Shivpuri) and his nine notorious children.

2. Love Thy Neighbour – Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai  

Taking the audience on a joy ride of laughter is the Modern colony’s neighbouring couples, The Mishras and The Tiwari's who have a connection not only with each other but also with other’s their better halves! Believing in the very thought that ‘the grass is greener on the other side’ Vibhuti and Tiwari are constantly trying to impress the other’s wife. The show features popular faces like Shubhnagi Atre as Angoori Bhabhi, Rohitashv Gour as Manmohan Tiwari, Aasif Sheikh as Vibhuti Narayan Mishra and Soumya Tandon as Anita Bhabhi. If you've not seen this show which a cult is now in itself, you don't know what you are missing!

3. An ordinary girl’s extraordinary tale - Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari

Bringing a strong local flavour of Madhya Pradesh, Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari is a light-hearted, fresh and homegrown narrative that will take you through the fascinating journey of Gudiya, intertwining the raw appeal of the region in its dialect, depiction, and characters. With new talent from Gwalior, Sarika Bahroliya essays the role of Gudiya with such finesse, one is sure to smile and get amused looking at her unique approach to life. 

4. First time in Hindi GEC, the inspiring story of the founding father of the Indian Constitution - Ek Mahanayak – Dr. B.R Ambedkar)

Throughout its magnificent history, India has been led by some of the most notable leaders who have set a precedent for the future and served as an inspiration for all. One such leader in Indian history, who rallied a revolution and became a voice to reckon with, is Ek Mahanayak - Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.  The founding father of the Indian constitution and a man who has etched a prominent place in millions of Indian hearts. A never-told-before life story in the Hindi GEC space of this extraordinary personality, his crusading spirit and how he became the precursor of united India.

5. Weekends got even more exciting with this edge-of-the-seat thriller - Raat Ka Khel Sara

Adding a huge dose of excitement to your weekends is Raat Ka Khel Sara. Set in the backdrop of a small village, the show presents the riveting paranormal occurrences the Manjrekars’ family experiences after the death of the patriarch, Sadanand Manjrekar. The series of inexplicable incidents which grip the family is sure to keep the viewers hooked to the edge of their seats. The show features popular actors such as Madhav Abhyankar, Shakuntala Nare, Mangesh Salvi, Suhas Sirat, Apurva Nemlekar, Sainkeet Kamat, amongst others.

6. Hair-raising tales of Fantasy-Horror – Laal Ishq

Laal Ishq is a fantasy-horror series comprising of demons and monsters from various Indian folklores and fairy tales. The 'monsters' take many unimaginable and chilling shapes and forms, leaving you with an adrenaline rush like never before. Every weekend is a spine-chilling experience as you get to view these fantasy-horror stories, which also feature the popular and varied pairing of celebrities.

7. And for the devout at heart, the age-old tradition of Vrat Kathas to attain peace and contentment in life - Santoshi Maa - Sunaye Vrat Katheyein

Indians have followed the culture of vrats for as long as one can remember, to demonstrate their devotion to God along with a means to overcome various obstacles and attain spiritual progress. Behind every vrat, there are several interesting mythological and historical stories, which are deeply rooted in our rituals and culture. And these are known as ‘Vrat Kathas’. Immerse yourself in several kathas through the socio-mythological show ‘Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein’. The show marks the comeback of popular Bollywood actress Gracy Singh as Santoshi Maa. It also features Tanvi Dogra portraying the role of Swati, an ardent Maa devotee, who tackles various life’s problems under the guidance of Santoshi Maa and Ashish Kadian, portraying the role of Swati’s husband, Indresh.

8. See untold stories and discover the purest form of devotion with Kahat Hanuman Jai Shri Ram   

For every God, there is a devotee, but it is Lord Hanuman’s unyielding devotion and selfless dedication to Lord Ram that truly sets him apart and makes him the epitome of ‘Bhakti’. A captivating story of devotion in its truest form, Kahat Hanuman Jai Shri Ram depicts the many unexplored sides of Lord Hanuman, including the purpose of his life. Giving viewers a glimpse of the unheard tale of Lord Shiva and the invincible evil Ravana, watch this fascinating mythological journey of how Bal Hanuman eventually emerges as the greatest devotee of Lord Ram and manages to bring a successful end to Ravana’s reign of terror. The show features Ekagra Dwivedi essaying the young lead character of Hanuman along with Nirbhay Wadhwa as Bali, Sneha Wagh as Anjani (Hanuman’s mother) and Jiten Lalwani as Kesari (Hanuman’s father) amongst others.

So, stay safe and stay at home. Pick up that remote and enjoy 8 fantastic shows only on &TV!