TV serial loved by every Indian household Anupamaa is close to completing 1200 episodes soon. Produced by Rajan Shahi and his mother Deepa Shahi this show has set a benchmark in the Indian television industry and influenced the viewing experience of the audience. Anupamaa just like any other daily soap kept the typical saas-bahu drama alive ever since its inception. This drama of course is a treat for the viewers. The struggles of the lead character Anupamaa motivated many Indian women to find their passion and work on it.
This blockbuster serial went on air during the lockdown in 2020 and will very soon complete successful four years of its air time. And while the show has taken the audience on an emotional roller-coaster ride, it still manages to have that special place in the viewer’s hearts.
Let's have a look at five reasons why 'Anupamaa' managed to run successfully for 4 years:
1. The lead character of the show:
The lead character Anupamaa became the audience’s favourite in no time. The majority of Indian women loved the character and started relating to her. But watching her struggle on-screen did give them the strength to find a path of their own and achieve their goals.
2. Importance of relationship:
While the lead character gets a lot of attention in the show, the portrayal of every relationship in the show is commendable. Ever since the show begins, be it Vanraj and Anupamaa, Vanraj and Kavya, Anupamaa and Anuj, Anupamaa and Babuji, Anupamaa and Baa, or Anupamaa and Yashdeep, Anuj and Shruti, each and every relationship has been through its own ups and downs, which feels very relatable.
3. Something to connect to:
As the show has moved forward with its storyline and many new characters have joined, the way the audience connected to the show since the first episode has continued to date. Every character, the emotions they portray, the relatable dialogues, and even the situations showcased in the show have made a beautiful connection with the viewers.
4. The star cast of Anupamaa:
May it be Rupali Ganguly or Sudhanshu Pandey, Gaurav Khanna, and Madalsa Sharma, these actors have portrayed their characters with excellence. The new additions such as Sukirti Kandpal, and Vaquar Shaikh, have maintained the right chord with the audience. The show also stars Alpana Buch, Arvind Vaidya, Nishi Saxena, Aurra Bhatnagar, Chandhini Bhagwanani and others.
5. The social issues covered in the show:
Anupamaa has covered many social issues ever since it started its journey on television. From extra-marital affairs, eve-teasing, second marriage, and double divorce, to the struggles of a working woman, the show has showcased all the issues with utmost sensibility. In the show, the makers have highlighted on such issues along with others to make the viewers realise that communicating and the love and support of one’s family can help sort a lot of things.
The show premiers on Star Plus at 10 pm from Monday to Friday and streams on Disney + Hotstar. Anupamaa is directed by Romesh Kalra and produced by Rajan Shahi and Deepa Shahi.
