11 Interesting Facts About Your Favorite Serial ‘Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai’

There are very few people in this country who are not familiar with the popular catchphrase ‘Sahi Pakde Hain’. Frequently uttered in the adult comedy series ‘Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hain’, the show owes its popularity to this catchphrase, of course among other factors like an impressive cast, interesting plots and a humorous script. The series is based on the day-to-day lives of two couples living in a small town, and the husbands are continuously trying to impress each other’s wives. While people love watching this series, most of us are unaware of what all goes on behind the camera.

Let us take a look at some of these interesting facts that are unknown to many.

1. Did you know that the initial choice for Angoori was Rashmi Desai

However, the offer was rejected by Rashmi as she felt there was a substantial age gap between her and her co-star Rohitash, who plays Angoori’s husband in the show.

2. Shilpa Shinde was suggested by actor Aasif Sheikh when he heard about the character of Angoori

3. Initially the series was prepared to be for adults only

On seeing the response the show got from the viewers as people of all ages were watching the show enthusiastically, the producers decided to make the show appropriate for all age groups. Although considering the theme of the show, one can still sense a little bit of double meaning or ‘grown-up’ content!

4. Did you know that Sunny Leone was a part for one episode in October 2016

Sunny refused to say the catchphrase ‘Sahi Pakde Hain’ as she felt it had a vulgar reference and double meaning. She gave the producers a go-ahead only after being convinced for about an hour.

5. All except Angoori have worked in Bollywood films like Jab We Met, Yara Dildara, PK, 3 Idiots and A Wednesday

6. The onscreen mother of Manmohan Tiwari is actually 10 years younger to him in real life

Monmohan Tiwari mother role is played by actor Soma Rathod.

7. Actress Saumya Tandon who plays the character of Anita Bhabi, is also a poetess as well

She has written 17 books till now.

8. Shubhangi Atre, who replaced Shilpa as Angoori, had earlier replaced Shilpa in the show Chidiya Ghar as well

9. Aasif Sheikh was an athlete during his younger days and wanted to become a springboard diver

However, due to an injury he had to drop from that line of career. He then took up theatre and began his acting career in the epic DD show, Hum Log.

10. It is believed that the salaries of the lead actors are between 50K-70K per day

11. The controversy surrounding this show relating to Shilpa Shinde

Shilpa wanted a raise in her salary, however, the show makers were in no mood to oblige her and they slapped a case for unprofessional behaviour on Shilpa. In retaliation, Shilpa sued one of the producers, Sanjay Kohli, for sexual misconduct. Post which, she was sued for defamation. However, in February 2018, they got together and sorted out the matter resulting in retraction on the FIR again Sanjay Kohli.

‘Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hai’ is a show that has been running successfully for many years and till date manages to retain its charm and a substantial segment of loyal viewers. The innocence, wit, subtle ‘adult-ish’ humour and interesting characters make this show a must watch if you like light-hearted comedies.

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