Actor Parakh Madan, who has previously appeared in shows like Anupamaa and Bhagya Lakshmi, is currently portraying the character of Niyati in the second season of Ekta Kapoor's iconic series Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. She expressed her excitement about the character's progression and hopes for a positive audience response.
Gratitude Towards Balaji Telefilms
With a heart full of gratitude, Parakh shared, "This is my third project with Balaji Telefilms. Ekta ma'am is an amazing human being and an icon in her field, and it is always a pleasure to work with her team." She added that being part of Kyunki... feels very special, especially sharing screen space with such talented artists. "Working alongside experienced performers is inspiring. I'm thankful to be part of a project that holds so much meaning for audiences, and I'm looking forward to this journey unfolding," she noted.
The Complexity of Niyati
Discussing her character, Parakh revealed that Niyati has a troubled and traumatic past, making the role layered and emotionally complex. "It's not a straightforward or easy journey, and that's exactly what makes it challenging for me as an actor," she said. "What excites me is how Niyati's experiences shape her present choices and relationships. There's a lot beneath the surface, and slowly uncovering those layers is engaging. I'm genuinely looking forward to how the story unfolds, especially as more aspects of her past come to light."
Connection with the Show
An ardent follower of the show, Parakh has watched both the first season and the ongoing second season. She remarked, "Kyunki set a benchmark for family dramas on TV. There was love, drama, respect, values, fights—everything that happens in a normal Indian household. The characters are still remembered because of the impact they left. It was undoubtedly the audience's favorite show and continues to be one."
Equation with Co-stars
Regarding her equation with Akashdeep Saigal, Parakh confessed that he turned out to be completely different from her expectations. "He's fun. I had expected him to be a brat from all that I'd heard, but that's not how he is. I think life and experiences have calmed him down," she said. She also praised Smriti Irani, who plays Tulsi in the show, calling her "legendary." "Working with her feels absolutely effortless, and she is very warm and welcoming," Parakh added.
Concluding, Parakh expressed her privilege in portraying a character woven into the basic DNA of the storyline at such a riveting turn. "It's a privilege to get to portray a character that is getting woven into the basic DNA of the storyline at such a riveting turn," she ended.
