The performance of Shilpa Shinde as Angoori Bhabhi gained her notice when the sitcom Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! started airing in 2015; however, she left the series in March 2016, mentioning “mental torture” and contract issues as reasons.
Then Shubhangi Atre took the role and she maintained it successfully for several years. Now according to the rumors, the producers are negotiating with Shinde to take up the character once again after nine years as a move to freshen up the storyline and attract more viewers.
What’s Changing on the Sitcom Front
Insiders say that the producers are working on a project they call Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain 2.0 – this encompasses constructing a completely new set, modifying the important characters, and adding new storylines to the ageing show.
The producers of the show are of the opinion that the return of Shilpa Shinde as Angoori will not only revive the old memories but also captivate the new audience in the ever-so-crowded TV market.
What It Means for the Cast and Fans
The return of Shinde will result in a big change for the current cast, particularly for Atre, who has been playing Angoori for almost ten years. The fans have expressed their viewpoint on social media, and it is pretty much a mix: while some are really looking forward to the “OG” Angoori being back, others are concerned about the continuity and the chaos in the creative department. Observers of the industry think that this is the way to go for the long-running series, as they need “a jolt of familiarity with a pinch of freshness” to be in the spotlight.
It will be interesting to see if Shilpa Shinde, reprising her original role as Angoori Bhabhi and saying “Sahi Pakde Hain”, can create the same type of buzz and craze among viewers.
All episodes of Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! are available on ZEE5.
