Devoleena Bhattacharjee thinks playing the bahu is essential to get a lead role!

Actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee, popular as 'Gopi Bahu' of Saath Nibhana Saathiya, says that to be a protagonist on an Indian TV show, it is essential to play a bahu (daughter-in-law).

Ever since the show ('Saath...') went off-air, people have been asking me what kind of roles I would like to pick for my next. I want to do strong and realistic roles. To be a protagonist on an Indian TV show, you need to play a 'bahu'. This is very common, Devoleena said in a statement.

The actress seems to have picked up on the long-running trend of shows revolving around the lives of a bahu and hence she thinks its a pivotal element in bagging a lead role. Apart from fictional dramas, she is also open to doing reality shows based on dance.