Sanjay Leela Bhansali, one of the finest filmmakers which the country has ever seen, entered the world of television with <em>Saraswatichandra</em> (Star Plus). The show starring Gautam Rode and Jennifer Winget has managed to strike a chord with the masses. In a candid chat with <em>Tellychakkar.com</em>, SLB talks about the show and much more. Read on… <strong>What made you get into television production with Saraswatichandra? </strong>

Shaleen Malhotra has worn many hats- he has been a participant on a reality show, been a VJ and also an actor. In a chat with <em>Tellychakkar.com</em>, he speaks of his character Arjun on Star Plus’ <em>Arjun</em>, his take on detective fiction, the kind of roles and shows he would accept or reject, the kind of girl he would like to spend the rest of his life with, among many other interesting topics. Read on… <strong>Did you have to prepare to get into the skin of Arjun, the character you play in the show? </strong>

Though Devoleena Bhattacharjee executed the grey character role of Baani in Imagine TV’s Sawaare Sabke Sapne Preeto with aplomb, the role of hers that seems to have been indelibly etched in the minds of the viewers is that of Gopi bahu in Star Plus’ <em>Saath Nibhana Saathiya</em> (Sunrise Productions). The role has endeared so much to viewers all around that she is considered the ideal daughter-in-law by many mothers-in-law all across the country. Many na?ve viewers expect her to be the same in real life.

Rashi, the difficult bahu of the Modi household, is the most entertaining character of Star Plus’ <em>Saath Nibhana Saathiya</em> (Sunrise Productions). Rucha Hasabnis has essayed the role of the spoiled bahu quite well. In this interview with <em>Tellychakkar.com</em>, she speaks on her character (insists that Rashi isn’t negative), dismisses rumours of a romantic liaison with her co-star Vishal Singh, discusses her hobbies and a lot more. Excerpts: <strong>Viewers would scold you for making Gopi’s life miserable. Do they still do that? </strong>

Having started her acting career as an innocent teenaged school girl Anu in Star Plus’s Kaali Ek Agnipariksha, Niaa Sharma became the show’s female lead when its protagonist Rachna was killed. Being chosen to play the lively Maanvi in Star Plus’ Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai, was a turning point in her life. And as her character gained popularity, she also shot into mercurial stardom in India. As a matter of fact, she was recently voted the ‘ultimate queen of Indian television’ in a poll conducted by Tellychakkar.com which she won by a huge margin.

After a two-year hiatus, the hot and dashing Mohit Sehgal is finally back on the small screen in Trilogy Krikos and Thought Train Entertainments’ <em>Khamoshiyaan</em> (Star Plus). We cornered the actor on the sets to know more about his character and the waiting period. Excerpts: <strong>It’s been too long a wait, isn’t it! </strong>

They are a couple who look head over heels in love. They are jovial, beautiful and of course, great souls. They played on screen couple in <em>Maryada…Lekin Kab Tak</em> (Star Plus). Yes, by now you guys must have realised who we are talking about. Of course, Raqesh and Riddhi Vashisht. Tellychakkar.com caught up with the lovebirds and talked about their love, life and chemistry. <strong>Was it love at first sight?</strong> <strong> Riddhi: </strong> No, it was friendship at first sight. <strong> Raqesh: </strong> No, I think it was comfort.

Sweet, beautiful, and affable <a href=http://www.tellychakkar.com/news/krystle-dsouza-bags-lead-cinevistaas-next>Krystle Dsouza</a> certainly won many hearts after her spirited debut in Balaji’s <a href=http://www.tellychakkar.com/news/kahe-naa-kahe-makes-way-mahaabhaarat>Kahe Naa Kahe</a>. Krystle, who has a penchant for painting, is currently on cloud nine. Reason: she is playing the female lead in Cinevistaas’ <em>Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hain</em> on Star Plus.

On screen, Star Plus’ <a href=http://www.tellychakkar.com/news/navya-enter-new-phase-her-life>Navya</a> comes across as a coy and simple girl, but off screen she can talk about everything under the sun. In fact, she is chatty, spunky, and full of energy. <a href=http://www.tellychakkar.com>Tellychakkar.com</a> spoke to actress <a href=http://www.tellychakkar.com/lifestyle/i-love-wearing-bangles-and-jhumkas-soumya-seth>Soumya Seth</a>, who plays Navya. Excerpts from the interview: <strong>Your character Navya is being highly appreciated. How did you bag the role?</strong>