Neelu Vaghela on learning Gujarati for COLORS Gujarati: "My husband was my biggest support

Neelu Vaghela on learning Gujarati for COLORS Gujarati: "My husband was my biggest support

The channel raises Gujarati entertainment standards with unique, soulful narratives.

Neelu Vaghela

Mumbai: With the promise of bringing to the screens 'Asal Gujarati Nu Asal Entertainment,' COLORS Gujarati presents a mythological blend of culture, tradition, and divine storytelling in its new offering ‘Shyam Dhun Lagi Re’. 'Shyam Dhun Lagi Re' navigates through a heartfelt journey of Narsinh Mehta’s life from the lens of Lord Krishna. By bringing home-grown content that resonates with the rich culture of Gujarat, COLORS Gujarati is set to redefine the landscape of regional television. The channel not only aims to elevate the standard of Gujarati entertainment but also promises to captivate audiences with its unique and soulful narratives.

The ensemble cast for the show includes talented and popular actors like Neelu Vaghela as Dadi Baa of Narsinh Mehta, Krishna Bharadwaj as Shri Krishna, Paresh Bhatt as Narsinh Mehta, and Hitu Kanodia as Narsinh Mehta’s father. The show will also feature original bhajans sung by the popular singer Parthiv Gohil, adding a musical essence to this spiritual saga.

Neelu Vaghela, who is making her Gujarati debut with ‘Shyam Dhun Lagi Re,’ shares that her husband played a pivotal role in helping her prepare for her role by assisting her with speaking the language. Although she previously understood Gujarati, this is her first time speaking it.

Elaborating on the preparation for her role, Neelu Vaghela, who essays the role of Narsinh Mehta’s dadi, said, “I am very excited to mark my debut in the Gujarati entertainment space with ‘Shyam Dhun Lagi Re’. My husband was my biggest support, patiently helping me perfect my pronunciation. My co-stars also played a pivotal role in enhancing my skills, making the set feel like one big Gujarati family. We are all putting in our best efforts to ensure the show resonates well with the Gujarati audience, capturing the true essence and spirit of their culture

'Asal Gujarati Nu Asal Entertainment' with ‘Shyam Dhun Lagi Re’ premieres on 15 July at 7:30 pm, and thereafter airs every day only on COLORS Gujarati