Sumbul Touqeer on Itni Si Khushi going off-air: “It’s not in our hands”

Sumbul Touqeer has finally responded to fans' emotional reactions after her show Itni Si Khushi officially went off-air. The Sony SAB dramedy recently wrapped up its journey, leaving viewers heartbroken as they bid farewell to the characters and story they had grown attached to over the months.

The show premiered on August 18, 2025, and concluded on May 16, 2026. It was the official Hindi adaptation of the British series Shameless. During its successful 225-episode run, the series built a loyal fanbase through emotional storytelling, relatable family moments, and strong performances from the cast.

In the show, Sumbul Touqeer played Anvita, a young woman balancing family responsibilities, career ambitions, and complicated relationships while caring for her four younger brothers. Her performance received widespread acclaim, and viewers connected deeply with the emotional journey of her character.

As fans continued expressing sadness online over the show ending, Sumbul acknowledged their emotions and admitted that even the cast understood how attached viewers had become to the series.

“I completely understand their emotions because they were so deeply connected to the show. But well, what can we do now? It’s not in our hands.”

I completely understand their emotions because they were so deeply connected to the show. But well, what can we do now? It’s not in our hands

- Sumbul Touqeer

Sumbul Touqeer Opens Up About Fans’ Love

The actress also reflected on the immense support and appreciation she has received throughout her television journey. Speaking about the love from audiences, Sumbul shared how grateful she feels for the affection people have shown her and her projects over the years.

“Regarding all the immense love I’m receiving from people: I never, in my wildest dreams, expected that people would speak so highly of me. People have showered me with so much love right from the very beginning of my journey. It has truly been an honour that so many people have given me such affection, placed such faith in my work and my projects, and loved my shows so much. So, I just feel incredibly grateful for all of this.”

When asked about the reason the show went off-air despite its loyal audience and emotional connection with viewers, Sumbul clarified that the decision was beyond the cast’s control.

“We have absolutely nothing to do with that decision. I believe it was a decision made by the channel, because, apart from that factor, our show was actually doing quite well.”

Apart from the emotional farewell, Sumbul also shared several memorable behind-the-scenes moments from the set. She revealed that the cast shared a very playful bond while shooting and often had fun together whenever they were free between scenes.

“Best memories, I think, whenever we weren't shooting our scenes, we used to have a lot of fun together. There were several mango trees on our set, so sometimes we would grab a long stick to pluck the mangoes. Once, Rajat and I even climbed up onto the roof of our vanity van while running around and chasing each other! So, it was all about playing around and goofing off together; we even used to have Pani Puri parties every now and then.”

Sumbul Talks About Her Bond With Rajat Verma

One of the highlights of the show was the chemistry and friendship between Sumbul Touqeer and her co-star Rajat Verma. Their on-screen bond became popular among viewers, and fans frequently praised their scenes together.

Talking about Rajat, Sumbul admitted that she would miss working with him after the show’s conclusion.

“I will definitely miss Rajat, as he has become a very good friend of mine through this show. We’ve had so much fun together and have shot some truly lovely scenes side-by-side. I believe he is a wonderful co-actor to work with; he made me feel very comfortable and was very funny at the same time though also very annoying at the very same time!”

The show also featured veteran actor Varun Badola in an important role. Together, the cast managed to create an emotional connection with viewers through relatable storytelling and heartfelt performances.

Even after the finale episode aired, social media continues to be filled with emotional reactions from fans expressing disappointment and sadness over the show ending. Many viewers have been sharing clips, scenes, and messages remembering their favourite moments from the series.

While the journey of Itni Si Khushi has come to an end, the show clearly leaves behind strong memories for both the audience and the cast. Sumbul Touqeer’s emotional reaction and gratitude towards fans reflect how special the journey has been for everyone associated with the show.