MUMBAI: 2024 has been a year of bold moves and unforgettable moments at COLORS, where women didn’t just play roles—they owned them. What truly stood out this year was the trailblazing female characters who broke barriers, shattered stereotypes, and embodied unapologetic resilience. From Mangal’s unwavering determination to protect her sister Lakshmi to Durga’s refusal to be bound by societal expectations, COLORS brought us a wave of women who redefined what it means to be strong. Durga’s declaration, “I have the right,” echsoed loudly as she ensured her voice was heard. Whether it was Bulbul’s fierce fight for love or Suman’s boldness in the face of power plays, these women weren’t just characters—they were icons. While the strength of characters like Megha, Parineet, and Krishna spoke volumes about the depth and diversity of female power in today’s stories, COLORS’ narratives also gave us the kind-hearted Mishri, the beacon of courage Megha, and the carrier of her father’s dream Apollena—proving that endurance comes in many forms.
But that’s not all—COLORS didn’t just stop at delivering hard-hitting drama; it also served up the most innovative content in television with a homegrown celebrity-based dinnertainment show—Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment. From mind-blowing reality shows like Bigg Boss and Khatron Ke Khiladi, to the debut of an out-of-this-world space drama, Apollena, the channel pushed boundaries in every way. If 2024 was the year of redefining entertainment, COLORS did it with style, substance, and, of course, an abundance of heart. Here's to the incredible women who led the way and the game-changing stories that made this year truly unforgettable!
Stories of fearless women who led the charge!
Mangal Lakshmi - Chutki bhar sammaan ki kahaani
In a world where women have silently borne the weight of trials, ‘Mangal Lakshmi’ is the bold declaration that respect is not a privilege—it is a right. COLORS’ heartwarming tale follows two sisters, Mangal and Lakshmi, as they shatter the silence and redefine love and marriage through the power of #ChutkiBharSammaan. Mangal (played by Deepika Singh) the embodiment of resilience, balances family responsibilities while safeguarding her younger sister’s future. She vows to find Lakshmi (essayed by Sanika Amit) a marriage built on respect, free from the suffocating chains of dishonour while tolerating the arrogance of her husband Adit (played by Naman Shaw). Together, these sisters carve out a path toward a life of dignity, standing strong against the cycle of submission.
Durga – Atoot Prem Kahani – Pyaar ne di bhedbhaav ko chunauti
When society tried to chain a dreamer’s spirit, Durga roared, “Mujhe haq hai!” — a battle cry that shattered the iron bars of tradition. In ‘Durga - Atoot Prem Kahani’, COLORS weaved an epic love story of defiance and destiny, where a tribal girl dared to don the healer’s white coat and cure a fractured society. Starring Pranali Rathod as the audacious Durga, Aashay Mishra as her noble ally Anurag, and Indira Krishnan as the formidable Paani Bai, this story unfolds in the regal city of Jodhpur. Durga’s dream to heal her community collides with age-old prejudices, her path fraught with opposition from those who fear change. Anurag, a royal heir, becomes the wind beneath her wings, while Paani Bai, bound by tradition, becomes the storm in her way.
Megha Barsenge – Adhoore rishton ke badle mausam
Marriages are considered sacred in India and yet some brides are left with chains of betrayal. COLORS' 'Megha Barsenge' tells the story of Megha from Amritsar, who steps into marriage only to find herself in a storm of deceit. Her NRI groom Manoj, a wolf in groom’s attire, vanishes after draining her family’s hopes and wealth. But Megha isn't a flame that flickers out in the wind and decides to heal from her trauma and restore her family's reputation. With IAS Officer Arjun's help, she heads to Georgia to demand answers from her runaway husband. As Megha navigates a monsoon of pain, she hopes to find the silver lining in the dark clouds of her circumstances.
Suman Indori – Dabang devrani aur tez taraar jethani ka tashan!
Swaabhimaan and abhimaan clash in COLORS’ ‘Suman Indori’, which chronicles the relationship drama between a dabang devrani and tez-taraar jethani. Set in Indore, the show tells the story sparks with Suman (Ashnoor Kaur), a queen of street chat, who is compelled to marry Teerth (Zain Imaam), a shrewd politician. Suman is caught off guard by her razor-sharp jethani Devika (Anita Hassanandani), who will do anything to maintain her iron-clad grip on her sasural. Sparks fly as Suman, no pawn in the game of power, stands her ground. There’s no way to guess, who will emerge victorious in this battle of spicy schemes and comebacks.
Krishna Mohini – Raksha aur Suraksha ka pyaara bandhan
Navigating the stormy waters of life can feel overwhelming, but in such times, having a "jeevan saaRthi" – like a lighthouse guiding ships through perilous seas – makes all the difference. 'Krishna Mohini', a heartwarming tale on COLORS, beautifully portrayed this bond between siblings. The story follows Krishna, an optimistic and devoted sister who becomes her younger brother’s guiding light, ready to face any storm for him. Set in the sacred city of Dwarka, the sibling drama unveiled the extraordinary journey of Krishna (played by Debattama Saha), who fiercely protects her brother Mohan (Ketaki Kulkarni) while providing for her family, not knowing that chancing upon Aryaman (Fahmaan Khan) will challenge everything she stands for.
Kahaniyan Jo Bani COLORS Ki Pehchaan
Shiv Shakti - Tap Tyag Tandav - Vishwa ki pehli prem gatha
In 2023, COLORS introduced 'Shiv Shakti – Tap Tyag Tandav', the universe's first love story of the revered deities Shiv and Shakti. This tale unfolded their journey of tap, tyag and tandav, leading to powerful moments that are woven into our cultural fabric. The show quickly became an immediate hit with viewers and continues to strike a chord with them to this day.
Parineetii – Dosti aur pyaar ke beech ki kashmakash
COLORS pushed the boundaries of conventional romance with a riveting love story that defied norms with the launch of 'Parineetii' in 2022. Tied to the themes of love, friendship, and betrayal, 'Parineetii' unfolded the story of two inseparable best friends who found themselves entwined in an extraordinary fate — married to the same man. Starring Anchal Sahu as Parineet, Tanvi Dogra as Neeti, and Ankur Verma as Sanju, the show delivered high-octane drama, heart-racing plot points, and emotionally charged confrontations, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating each twist.
Exploring a new ‘space’
Apollena – Sapno Ki Unchi Udann
COLORS made galactic history by naming a star Apollena to honour its first-ever space-based drama, ‘Apollena – Sapno Ki Unchi Udann’. This celestial gesture not only lit up the night sky but also ignited a fire in the hearts of dreamers everywhere, urging them to soar higher for their aspirations. In this inspiring tale, Aditi Sharma stars as Apollena, a small-town girl with sky-high ambitions who lives by the motto “Kar Ke Dikhaungi.” Determined to become India’s first female astronaut, Apollena sets out on a journey to fulfill her dream and restore her father’s honor. Sandeep Baswana plays her father, Girdhar Shukla, a man whose reputation was once marred by scandal. Despite being branded as a ‘gaddaar ki beti’ (daughter of a traitor), Apollena battles the weight of this label with unwavering determination and her father’s support.
Reality TV ki new duniya!
Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment – Darshakon ne chakkha entertainment ka naya swaad!
Recognizing the appetite for laughter, COLORS cooked up a dinnertainment spectacle with Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment, a one-of-a-kind culinary-comedy crossover! This sizzling new intellectual property was the channel's big move on the innovation front and its first season was savoured by billions, making it one of India's favourite flavours of comedy. The rookie chefs – Krushna Abhishek with Kashmera Shah, Vicky Jain with Ankita Lokhande, Rahul Vaidya with Aly Goni, Reem Sameer Shaikh with Jannat Zubair, Karan Kundrra with Arjun Bijlani, and Sudesh Lehri with Nia Sharma – served up chaos, creativity, and punchlines with every dish, as bad measurements, surprise ingredient swaps, and hilarious mix-ups kept the audience hungry for more. Established as the perfect recipe for a laugh riot, the show had the queen of comedy, Bharti Singh, spicing things up as the host, while Celebrity Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi dished out expert critique, rating them with stars. With its laugh-out-loud moments and kitchen calamities, the first season was an instant hit, simmering up as the number one non-fiction show.
Bigg Boss 18 – Ab hoga Time Ka Tandav!
"Bigg Boss chahte hain…" Nahin! This year, Bigg Boss jaante hain! The baap of reality TV rewrote its own rules as its most iconic phrase got a prophetic twist. With the clock of entertainment ticking louder, COLORS unleashed a new era of ‘Bigg Boss’ where the future wasn’t a mystery — it was under Bigg Boss’s all-seeing eye. In this 18th season, with the theme ‘Time Ka Tandav’, contestants aren't just playing the game — they are racing against destiny itself. Bigg Boss peers into the future, predicting alliances, betrayals, and confrontations before they unfold with the theme being ‘Bigg Boss dekhenge gharwalon ka future’. The coveted house welcomed Shilpa Shirodkar, Shehzada Dhami, Arfeen and Sara Khan, Shrutika Arjun, Vivian Dsena, Tajinder Singh Bagga, Gunaratna Sadavarte, Chahat Pandey, Hema Sharma, Alice Kaushik, Rajat Dalal, Eisha Singh, Muskan Bamne, Avinash Mishra, Nyrraa M Banerji, Karan Veer Mehra, Chum Darang and Gadhraj (donkey) as contestants. Amid the whirlwind of new twists, megastar Salman Khan reprised his role as the host, asking the tough questions, and dropping reality checks on Weekend Ka Vaar.
Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 – Darr ki nayi kahaaniyaan in Romania
For its 14th season, India’s favourite stunt show, ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’, changed its destination and packed its bags for Romania, rewriting the travel itinerary with thrills. Under the relentless mentorship of the Action King, Rohit Shetty, our fearless phobia-fighters hopped onto an iconic European bus, only to realize — it wasn’t a sightseeing tour but a fright-seeing adventure! With every Romanian landmark came a fresh tale of terror: from planes and trains to buses and cable cars, no mode of transport was safe from devious dares. In a hair-raising first, our daredevils faced off against Romania’s ferocious bears — a showdown of ‘Khiladis vs. Bears’! The roster of daredevils included Shilpa Shinde, Abhishek Kumar, Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, Shalin Bhanot, Asim Riaz, Gashmeer Mahajani, Sumona Chakravarti, Krishna Shroff, Karan Veer Mehra, Kedar Aashish Mehrotra, Niyati Fatnani, and Aditi Sharma. Breaking new ground, this year the contestants had to brave a scare-cation and redefine courage by stamping 'darr ki nayi kahaniyaan' on their passports.
Dance Deewane - Dance ki deewangi aapke parivaar se humaare parivaar tak
In the vibrant world of dance, greatness is born from an unstoppable passion—an electrifying deewangi that transcends mere moves. COLORS ignited this energy with the return of its homegrown franchise, 'Dance Deewane'. After breaking boundaries with its inclusivity mantra, ‘Ab har age ko milega stage,’ this season celebrated fresh talent from three generations, all vying for the title of ultimate 'Dance Deewane'. The timeless Madhuri Dixit Nene graced the judges' panel once again, while Bollywood’s beloved Anna, Suniel Shetty, made his debut on television as the show’s second judge. With the spirit of ‘Apke Parivaar Se Hamare Parivaar Tak,’ this season hosted by Bharti Singh became a family affair, where generations united, creating India's first dance family. From doting parents to mischievous kids and vibrant grandparents, this stage shatters age and genre limits, pulling off jaw-dropping performances that glorify the unbridled passion for dance.
The mythological realm
Laxmi Narayan – Brahmand ke adarsh jode ki amar prem kahaani
In every marriage, two souls unite, balancing each other to create a harmonious world. This timeless synergy finds its purest expression in the divine couple, Goddess Laxmi and Lord Vishnu, the perfect embodiment of marital harmony. Following the success of ‘Shiv Shakti-Tap Tyaag Tandav,’ COLORS along with Swastik Productions brought viewers ‘Laxmi Narayan’ a mythological saga that celebrates this eternal bond. With the belief that "Har Ghar Mein Hain Laxmi Narayan" this epic tale starring Srikant Dwivedi and Shivya Pathania as Narayan and Laxmi, inspired viewers to welcome abundance into their lives.
The supernatural realm
Suhagan Chudail – Shringar ki shaktiyon se chhidi pyaar ki jung
In a world where love is meant to conquer all, COLORS' 'Suhagan Chudail' unveiled a terrifying twist, capturing love colliding against the dark forces of a vengeful Chudail. Nishigandha (Nia Sharma), a malevolent spirit, embarks on a hunt for the 'Solah Shringars,' 16 mystical adornments that will grant her eternal beauty and immortality. Each ‘Shringar’ she collects is paid for with the lives of her husbands, and now she sets her sights on Moksh (Zayn Ibad), the final piece of her dark puzzle. Deeya (Debchandrima Singha Roy), Moksh’s beloved, steps into the fray, determined to protect him from the Chudail's dark grip. With Moksh's life hanging by a thread, Deeya’s fight against the Chudail becomes a battle not just for survival, but for the very essence of love.
Pyaar karega har mushkil paar
Mera Balam Thanedaar – Jab sachayi aur jhoot ki baazi mein hui pyaar ki jeet
In COLORS’ ‘Mera Balam Thanedaar’, a love story of two opposites spirals into a battlefield of truth and "harmless" lies. On one side stands Veer Pratap Singh (Shagun Pandey), a righteous IPS officer for whom honesty is a creed; on the other, Bulbul Rajawat (Shruti Choudhary), a lively college student who believes a little lie, if for a good cause, hurts no one. But when a concealed truth — Bulbul’s real age — turns their marriage into a ticking time bomb, trust is left hanging by a thread. Veer, who fights against underage marriages, finds his beliefs betrayed, while Bulbul, caught between guilt and love, seeks redemption. Determined to prove her worth, Bulbul steps into Veer’s world, earning an IPS seat to mend the cracks in their shattered bond. This tale rode on the clash of truth and lies, ideals and emotions, giving way to a love that transcends betrayal.
New Year. New Stories. Same COLORS Magic.
As we step into 2025, COLORS is bringing the sparkle and excitement of the New Year with a bang! Get ready for a year packed with drama, comedy, and thrills that’ll keep you on the edge of your seat. First up, ‘Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki’ — a restaurant-based family drama that’s simmering with raw emotion, tangled bonds, and the complex love between mother and daughter. Craving some laughter to shake off the holiday hangover? ‘Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment’ is back with Season 2, turning the kitchen into a comedy battleground where swapped partners, sizzling challenges, and belly laughs are served up with a side of chaos. "Get ready for the messiest and funniest meal of the year!" If you’re ready to break free from society's molds, ‘Meri Bhavya Life’ celebrates acceptance, self-love, and the unstoppable spirit of Bhavya, an inspiring girl embracing her life on her own terms. And for the thrill-seekers, ‘Chetki’ will take you on a spine-chilling journey into a house with dark secrets that will have you holding your breath. With a whirlwind of shows that are funny, empowering, heartwarming, and just a little spooky, 2025 is shaping up to be a year of entertainment like never before. Get ready to laugh, cry, and be amazed — COLORS is about to serve up a feast of another exceptional stories!
Happy New Year!
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