Bhavika Sharma's birthday wish for ex GHKKPM costar Shakti Arora brings back 'IshVi' memories

On May 16, 2025, Bhavika Sharma, who plays the role of Savi in Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin (GHKKPM), took to her Instagram Stories to wish her former co-star Shakti Arora a happy birthday. She posted a photo of the two together and referred to him as a "Hero" in the caption. The post was brief but noted their past association on the show.

Both actors joined GHKKPM during a significant shift in the storyline, following a generation leap that introduced new characters and plotlines. Shakti Arora entered the show as Ishaan Bhosale, while Bhavika Sharma was brought in as the new female lead, Savi. Their pairing was central to the revamped narrative, which aimed to refresh the long-running drama with a new direction.

However, Shakti Arora’s time on the show was short. Within a few months, he was replaced by actor Hitesh Bharadwaj, who now plays Rajat, a new character and Savi’s current love interest in the storyline. The reasons for Arora’s exit were not clearly explained by the production team. In interviews, Arora expressed his surprise at the decision, saying he was not given much notice and had not anticipated the abrupt change. He also mentioned that while the show's ratings had seen some ups and downs, he believed his character had potential to evolve further.

Despite the early exit, Arora maintained a professional stance and spoke positively about his experience on set, highlighting the rapport he shared with the cast and crew. Meanwhile, Bhavika Sharma continues to be part of the main storyline, anchoring the series through its ongoing developments.

Her social media gesture on Arora’s birthday underscores the working relationship they shared during their brief time on GHKKPM. It also reflects the way actors in the television industry often maintain connections even after significant changes in casting and storyline.