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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
Shiny Doshi: The best things in my life came unplanned
Shiny Doshi, who has been absent from television since her role in Pandya Store in 2023, reveals that her break was unplanned due to a lack of appealing roles. She cherishes the experience of married life after a life of continuous work and appreciates her husband's support. Shiny Doshi has been away from the small screen for the past couple of years. The actress, who was last seen in Pandya Store (2023), says that the break has been unintentional. 'Nothing exciting has come my way. I got married in 2021 while shooting for Pandya Store and spent the first two years of my marriage working every day. It was only after the show ended that I truly experienced what marriage felt like. My husband has been incredibly supportive. Plus, this break has given me time to reflect, grow and just be myself.' The actress, who has featured in TV shows like Bahu Humari Rajni_Kant and Jamai Raja, is happy with the way her career has shaped up so far. She shares, 'I kept going to television. Once I achieved financial stability, I started understanding and appreciating the craft more deeply. Looking back over the past 13-14 years, I've realised that nothing I planned worked out as expected, but when I let go and surrendered, magic happened. The best things in my life came unplanned.' Shiny Doshi is married. She married Lavesh Khairajani on July 15, 2021. Their wedding ceremony was a close-knit affair attended by just 25 people, including their immediate families and friends. The actress had to follow the norms due to the pandemic in 2021. She had said in an earlier interview, "We couldn't invite many people due to Covid-19 restricitons."
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anshul Bammi on life in Kolkata as he shoots for Advocate Anjali Awasthi; says ‘This city holds a raw, soulful energy'
Actor Anshul Bammi , who is currently portraying the antagonist Yuvraj Thakur in the television show Advocate Anjali Awasthi , has been stationed in Kolkata since mid-2024 for the shoot. Known for his previous roles in Pandya Store, Titli (as cop Ankit Patel), and as Sheshnag in Laxmi Narayan – Sukh Saamarthya Santoolan, Anshul is experiencing Kolkata in a deeply personal and transformative way. Sharing his thoughts about life in the city, Anshul told Times of India TV, 'Coming from Mumbai, which is a fast-moving city, Kolkata is totally the opposite. It's calm and more peaceful. I'm feeling life in a different way which is new, and I kinda enjoy it. I definitely miss Mumbai sometimes, but this city is treating me well.' While Kolkata's spiritual depth has left a lasting impression, the actor also admits he's developed a newfound fondness for Bengali sweets. 'I was never a fan of sweets, but you definitely can't resist the baked rasgulla,' he laughs. As a devout believer, Anshul found himself deeply moved by the spiritual energy of the city. 'Visiting Kalighat Temple was an intense and moving experience. The energy there is powerful—you can feel the history and faith. Dakshineswar Kali Temple is architecturally stunning and incredibly peaceful. The river adds a divine presence to the whole experience.' He adds, 'Kolkata holds a special kind of soulful, raw energy that stays with you.' But it's not all spiritual serenity. 'The city has a vibe that's hard to explain—a mix of old-world charm and quirky chaos. Tram rides, yellow ambassador taxis, phuchkas, kathi rolls—Kolkata surprises you at every corner.' Anshul signs off with a recommendation: 'Don't miss a boat ride on the Hooghly River at sunset—it's pure magic.' From mythology to modern drama, Anshul continues to explore roles—and cities—with equal passion.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anshul Bammi: I want to get married someday, but for now, I'm focused on my career
, currently seen as the antagonist Yuvraj Thakur in the show , shared his thoughts on . The actor says, 'Currently, we are shooting for a marriage sequence in the show. This is the second time I am shooting for a marriage sequence in the same show, and I genuinely enjoy this kind of shoot. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The entire set lights up like a real wedding. Even though it's fiction, the emotions feel real—the rituals, the joy, the laughter. It reminded me how beautiful love and tradition can be." On the other hand, when asked about his plans to get married in real life, he says, Anshul admitted he isn't in a rush. 'Of course, I want to get married someday. I believe in . Right now, I'm focused on my career, but when the time and person are right, I want something genuine, full of love and laughter, not over-the-top.' Interestingly, he revealed he's never imagined marrying someone from the industry. 'I've never thought of marrying someone from the industry. Marriage isn't my life's main goal for now. I want a good life, a good partner—but I'm not fixated on who that person should be and from which profession.' He has been part of shows like Titli, Pandya Store, Laxmi Narayan – Sukh Saamarthya Santoolan and others.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shiny Doshi recalls crying on the sets of Saraswatichandra everyday; says ‘For me this acting world was very new'
Television actress Shiny Doshi opened up about the emotional turmoil and nervous beginnings of her acting journey, particularly during her debut show Saraswatichandra , in a conversation on Siddharth Kannan's podcast. 'For me this acting world was very new,' she confessed, recalling the immense pressure and self-doubt she faced early on. Sharing how fate intervened to give her a breakthrough, Shiny said, 'I was giving auditions and after a few rounds, someone from the channel spotted me. They actually gave their card to my mom, who was sitting outside, and asked to meet me the next day.' That meeting turned out to be for none other than Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Saraswatichandra, a show that would later launch her into the spotlight. Despite the glamour surrounding the opportunity, Shiny admitted it wasn't easy. 'I was so nervous. I did mock shoots with Jennifer Winget and Gautam Rode—they were phenomenal. Watching them live made me feel like I didn't belong. On my first day, I went into my room and just cried. I didn't understand anything. I was technically challenged,' she shared. She further revealed the emotional toll the early days took on her: 'I would cry every day on set. I had no one in the industry, no one to fall back on. I had to do it—I had no other option.' The journey, however, proved to be life-changing. 'When the show aired—it was Gujarat-based, and I'm Gujarati—it was a moment of validation. Even the relatives who had cut ties with us started noticing. They used to look down on acting. But now, they saw where my mother had helped me reach.' From that tearful start, Shiny Doshi has carved a successful TV career, featuring in shows like Jamai Raja, Pandya Store, and Khatron Ke Khiladi. Her story is a reminder that perseverance often begins in the most uncertain moments.
NDTV
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Pandya Store Actress Shiny Doshi On Her Strained Relationship With Father: "He Used To Call Me A Prostitute At 16"
New Delhi: Shiny Doshi, known for her work in popular shows like Pandya Store and Saraswatichandra, recently shared a deeply personal chapter of her life. In an interview with Siddharth Kannan, the actress opened up about her difficult relationship with her late father and shared the lasting impact it had on her. Shiny, who began her acting career in 2013 with Saraswatichandra, said her father left the family when she was very young. The responsibility of supporting her mother and brother fell on her shoulders early in life, and with it came not just financial challenges but also emotional trauma. Recalling a painful memory from her teenage years, she said, "My father used to call me a prostitute. My print shoots in Ahmedabad sometimes went on till 2 or 3 in the morning. My mother was always with me - I was just 16. But when we returned home, instead of asking if we were safe, he would throw accusations. He'd say, 'You're taking your daughter out at 3 a.m.? Are you pimping her out?'" "He had a terrible tongue," she added, holding back tears. When asked if she has forgiven him, Shiny responded, "These are knots in life that can't be untied. I've taken them as life lessons, but even now, I sometimes feel very weak. I never had a father figure to back me up, to say, 'I'm here for you.'" Her father died in 2019 during the Amarnath Yatra. Shiny shared that they hadn't spoken with him for two years before his death. "There's a guilt that lingers," she said. On the work front, Shiny was last seen in Pandya Store, a remake of the Tamil show Pandian Stores.
