Aug 08, 2025

7 iconic Indian TV show characters to fall in love with all over again

Kriti Sonali

Anandi – Balika Vadhu

Played by: Avika Gor (young Anandi) and Pratyusha Banerjee/Toral Rasputra (adult Anandi). The girl who grew up on screen — from a child bride to a strong, independent woman.

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Jethalal Champaklal Gada – Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah

Played by: Dilip Joshi. His comic timing, relatable middle-class frustrations, and unforgettable one-liners made him one of Indian TV’s most lovable characters.

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Tulsi Virani – Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi

Played by: Smriti Irani. Tulsi is the epitome of the ideal bahu, loyal, emotional, yet fierce when it came to protecting her family. Tulsi is again getting love with Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2.

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Manav Deshmukh – Pavitra Rishta

Played by: Sushant Singh Rajput. The silent, sacrificing hero, Manav, was pure, dependable, and unforgettable. This role is remembered as the one that launched Sushant into stardom.

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Geet – Hui Sabse Parayi

Played by: Drashti Dhami. The bubbly, dramatic, and completely adorable character's journey, from a naive girl to an empowered woman, stole hearts.

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Monisha Singh Sarabhai – Sarabhai vs Sarabhai

Played by: Rupali Ganguly. Quirky, budget-obsessed, and unintentionally hilarious, Monisha’s innocence and charm made her irresistibly lovable.

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ACP Pradyuman – CID

Played by: Shivaji Satam. With his iconic "Daya, darwaza tod do!" and unwavering sense of justice, ACP Pradyuman became Indian TV’s most loved detective.

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