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  • Ghosted with benefits as Noyontara haunts prime time on Colors

    Ghosted with benefits as Noyontara haunts prime time on Colors

    MUMBAI: Just when your TV schedule was mourning the end of IPL madness, Colors is summoning the spirits with Noyontara, a supernatural thriller that slips between the living and the dead with all the finesse of a ghost through a locked door.

    Premiering 9 June at 8:30 PM and airing daily, Noyontara centres on a 23-year-old ghost-whisperer who marries into a family with more secrets than skeletons in the closet and that’s saying something. The titular Noyontara (played by Shruti Bhist) steps into the lavish yet ominous Pari Mahal as Dr Surjo’s new bride, only to discover that her real in-laws might be the ones lurking beyond the veil.

    With a cheeky ghost sidekick named Hasiram and two very much dead women claiming to be her mother-in-law (cue Narayani Shastri in a dual role that’s all shade and secrets), Noyontara must untangle love from manipulation, science from the supernatural, and figure out whether she’s being guided… or gaslit.

    “Noyontara isn’t your typical ghost story,” says Shruti Bhist. “She’s not afraid of the dead she speaks their language. What drew me in was the idea of a saviour, not a victim. And yes, the ghosts here are more guardian angel than ghoul.”

    For Narayani Shastri, it’s a dual debut her first collaboration with Colors and her first time playing two emotionally conflicting characters on the same canvas. “One thrives on power, the other on protection. And the viewer never quite knows which one’s which.”

    Also making his Hindi TV debut is Bengali heartthrob Arjun Chakrabarty as Surjo, a rational man grappling with very irrational hauntings. “It’s less about fearing the supernatural,” he explains, “and more about wrestling with buried grief and emotional truths we hide from ourselves.”

    With its blend of paranormal drama, human vulnerability, and a haveli that’s practically a character in itself, Noyontara promises to be the gothic escape viewers didn’t know they needed. Expect blurred lines, chilling twists, and a heroine who’s got one foot in this world and one firmly planted in the next.

    So, if your evenings have been missing drama post-IPL, prepare to get possessed. Noyontara is here to haunt your heart and your remote.

  • COLORS’ new show ‘Mishri’ celebrates the sweetness of relationships and unconventional bonds

    COLORS’ new show ‘Mishri’ celebrates the sweetness of relationships and unconventional bonds

    Mumbai: ‘Rishte wakt se nahi dil se bante hain.’ Those were the old good days when relationships held profound meaning and joy was found beyond blood ties. In this age of fleeting connections, COLORS gears up to launch ‘Mishri’, a story that brings back ‘rishton ki mithaas’.  With circumstances playing the villain, the lives of Mishri, Vaani, and Raghav intertwine as they become each other’s chosen family and emotional oasis. Armed with their dreams, they face life’s hurdles, knowing that they’ve won the greatest jackpot – each other. In a world often marred by self-interest, their selfless regard for one another proves beyond doubt that rishte halaton se bade hote hain.

    Residing in Gangapur near Mathura, the titular Mishri is a living talisman, bringing luck to every occasion she attends. However, her own life is replete with challenges as she fights against her ‘kismet ki lakeerein’. Forced to wed her middle-aged uncle by her scheming aunt, Mishri is unexpectedly rescued by Raghav, who reluctantly marries her instead, but his heart belongs to Vaani. Bound by gratitude and yearning for a family she can call her own, Mishri carries the secret of her marriage to Raghav and she embraces Vaani not as a rival, but as the sister fate had denied her. Raghav grapples with the herculean task of honouring his commitment to both women, while Vaani’s simple wish for marital bliss hangs in the balance as Mishri becomes her best friend. This unconventional trio of Mishri, Raghav, and Vaani find strength in togetherness and become each other’s sanctuary. United by the sweetness of their unbreakable bond, will Mishri, Raghav, and Vaani overcome the bitterness of their circumstances together? Starring Shruti Bhist as Mishri, Namish Taneja as Raghav, and Megha Chakraborty as Vaani, and produced by Square Productions, ‘Mishri’ premieres on 3 July and thereafter will air every day at 8:30 pm only on COLORS.

    Talking about essaying the role of Mishri, Shruti Bhist says, “Mishri is the ultimate celebration of sweet relationships. She’s a girl who spreads sunshine wherever she goes, but her own life is clouded by darkness and struggle. Playing this character is like walking on a tightrope of raw emotions. Mishri’s journey is a reminder that even in our darkest hours, we can be someone’s light, someone’s hope. Through her story, ‘Mishri’ will emphasize on ‘rishton ki mithaas’ – the sweet bonds that make life worth living, and the bittersweet sacrifices we make for them. Experience the full spectrum of emotions as Mishri navigates the complexities of love, duty, and finding her own happiness amidst the chaos. This show is going to be a delicious treat for all the viewers out there!”

    Prepared to essay Raghav, Namish Taneja said, “Unlike the tale of star-crossed lovers or a damsel in distress, Mishri is about human integrity and the sweetness of relationships. I will be seen playing Raghav, a man caught in the crossfire of duty and love. This character made me think about how far one can go to keep their word. He respects Mishri, yet his heart belongs to Vaani, and that love is the compass guiding his every decision. Raghav’s struggle isn’t about choosing between two women, it’s about honouring the promises he’s made to both. To Mishri, he owes protection and respect, to Vaani, his heart and future.”

    Portraying the role of Vaani, Megha Chakraborty said, “Vaani is the embodiment of a modern, self-assured woman who doesn’t settle for less than she deserves. What makes Vaani truly special is that she uplifts and empowers Mishri. She represents the beautiful solidarity among women, showing how we can support each other even in complex situations. Through Vani’s character, the show explores the idea that sometimes the most beautiful families are the ones we create ourselves, not the ones we’re born into. Her unapologetic pursuit of happiness is going to be a game-changer for relationship goals on Indian television!”

    Get ready to savour a one-of-a-kind relationship drama in ‘Mishri’ premiering on July 3 and thereafter airing every day at 8:30 pm only on COLORS!