Ektaa Kapoor, Rupali Ganguly Lead Celeb Roll Call At Special Janmashtami Utsav
Ahead of Janmashtami 2025, many celebrities from the television space graced the launch event of Kanha Universe by Kaushik Thakkar, Jahnvi Doshi. Among others, Ektaa Kapoor also attended the event. The famous producer was seen entering the venue with the organiser and team members. Dressed in ethnic wear for the event, Ektaa was seen in a sea green suit and minimal jewellery.
Apart from Ektaa, celebrities like Divya Agarwal, Sreejita De, Deepika Singh, Deepshikha Nagpal, Urvashi Dholakia and Tannaz Irani were also present at the celebration. They also were seen dancing on the stage with some other performers.
Ektaa Kapoor's Recent Endeavours
Ektaa Kapoor has been in news recently for bringing back the cult show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahut Thi back on television. Ahead of the premiere of the second season, Ektaa Kapoor and Smriti Irani will visit the famed Nathdwara Temple near Udaipur, Rajasthan, to seek blessings before the show's official launch on July 29. The temple visit, known for its religious significance and cultural history, is seen as a symbol of gratitude for the success of the new season.
Ektaa Kapoor Bring Back Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi has been an important part in Indian television history. The show, which premiered in 2000, became a cultural phenomenon thanks to its complex storytelling, fascinating characters and emotional depth. Returning with a new narrative but remaining loyal to its roots, fans have been captivated by the new story, but also emotionally invested in seeing their beloved Tulsi back on screen. Before release, Ektaa Kaoor spoke about her intentions behind bringing back the iconic show.
She told Brut, 'We are coming in for our purpose. To tell our story. These unfair comparisons between lead characters and lead shows is so unnecessary and pitting women against each other, pitting content against each other is so uncalled for." The new chapter also features Hiten Tejwani, Gauri Pradhan, Shakti Anand, Kamalika Guha Thakurta, Shagun Sharma, Rohit Suchanti, Aman Gandhi, Ankit Bhatia and Tanisha Mehta.
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