Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2’s Shagun Sharma reveals being unaware about the show during the audition

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms, stars Smriti Irani, Aman Upadhyay and others. The show has generated significant buzz among fans, with Tulsi's daughter, Pari, gaining immense popularity for her portrayal of a complex character. The show's current storyline prominently features Pari, driving much of the narrative's focus.

In a recent interview, Shagun Sharma discussed playing a complex character and shared advice she received from Smriti Irani. Shagun revealed that she was initially hesitant to play a gray character, as she hadn't realized the auditions were for Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2. However, upon learning the show, she accepted the role, recognizing the rare opportunity to work on such a prominent series and the chance to explore a multifaceted character.

Smriti Irani’s advice to Shagun

When asked about the advice she received from Smriti Irani, who played the original Tulsi, Shagun shared her insights. Shagun told IWM buzz, Toh mai bahot, like in real, also when I talk, I have a very soft voice. Toh unhone mujhe bola. With time, when you start going in the gray direction, try to sound a little more mature, because you will go opposite Tulsi, you will create havoc in her life, so you have to be a very strong character voice-wise. So I was like ok, I will keep in mind. So that was one advice jo unhone mujhe day one pe di thi aur mai uss chiz ko abhi tak leke chal rahi hu.

Sharing insights about audition process

When asked if Shagun knew she was auditioning for Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, she responded, No, they were keeping it a secret. At the time of auditions, they weren't revealing the show's details. They sent the script for Paridhi and strongly encouraged me to take the role

Current storyline of the show

The current storyline centers on Pari's desire for a divorce from Ajay to marry Ranvijay, causing turmoil within her in-laws' household. Simultaneously, Pari manipulates Mihir and Tulsi, turning them against her in-laws by fabricating tales of mistreatment.