Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi: Tanisha Mehta on teaching ‘Good Touch, Bad Touch’

Star Plus’ iconic show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi continues to engage audiences with stories that go beyond family drama. Over the years, the show has often highlighted meaningful social issues while maintaining its emotional core. In the current track, the storyline takes an intense yet sensitive turn when Garima, Pari's daughter, is kidnapped. The incident creates a wave of tension within the family, but viewers soon witness a moment of relief as Garima safely returns home.

Although the family is grateful that the child is unharmed, the incident becomes an important turning point in the narrative. Instead of moving past the event quickly, the story focuses on the emotional learning that follows. Tulsi sits down with Garima and gently explains the difference between good touch and bad touch. The conversation is handled in a calm and thoughtful manner, helping Garima understand that any touch that makes her feel uncomfortable or unsafe should be spoken about immediately.

Through this storyline, I felt the importance of addressing good touch and bad touch with sincerity and responsibility. It’s a conversation many hesitate to initiate, but children need clarity about boundaries from a young age

- Tanisha Mehta

Turning Fear Into Awareness

The moment stands out because it shifts the focus from fear to awareness. Rather than only showing the trauma of the kidnapping, the sequence highlights the importance of educating children about safety and boundaries. By addressing the issue directly, the show opens the door for an important discussion that many families still hesitate to have.

Reflecting on this powerful storyline, actor Tanisha Mehta, who plays the role of Vrinda in the show, shared her thoughts on portraying such a meaningful track. She spoke about how important it is for television to address sensitive topics with sincerity and responsibility.

She said, “Through this storyline, I felt the importance of addressing good touch and bad touch with sincerity and responsibility. It’s a conversation many hesitate to initiate, but children need clarity about boundaries from a young age. Awareness gives them understanding, and understanding gives them confidence.

I strongly believe that every child should grow up knowing that their comfort and safety come first, and that they can speak up without fear or hesitation. When we normalise these discussions at home, we replace silence with trust and that can truly make a difference.”

A Message That Goes Beyond Entertainment

In an earlier episode, Tulsi’s explanation to Garima about the difference between “good touch” and “bad touch” was presented with clarity and sensitivity. The scene was crafted in a way that made it easy for families watching together to understand the message. By showing the conversation through a trusted character like Tulsi, the show encourages parents to speak openly with their children about personal safety.

Through moments like these, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi once again proves that television can go beyond entertainment. By addressing important issues with care and thoughtfulness, the show continues to create awareness while strengthening its emotional connection with viewers.