I always thought why BV is such a popular show after nearly 5 years. The most important think is they always stuck the concept of BV. They introduced a new BV Ganga after the main Bv anandi got married. Many shows on indian tv loose their concept after few months of good tracks. I was a big fan go BALH in the first 6 months of the show. Ram and Priya kapoor characters were so well sketched and they both acted very well. Their chemistry was awesome bcos of their characters and the story.
After they got married and fell in love as usual Ekta mata spoiled the show with unnecessary negativity btw the couple and her leap story spoiled the show. They did not have any further story and went ahead with nonsense leap track. After many months the couple are shown happy together alas the chemistry is gone btw them. The main reason is there is no strong story or characterization. Being such a good actors too the show is a dud now. Take the show IPKKND, the show never had strong storyline. Only the lead actors had good timing and made the show popular. That's why when the lead actor quit the show is shut down. Now coming to BV, this serial has the best storyline and great characterization. All the main actors have such a great characters to play.
Anandi - the most idealistic character till now for a female lead. Most lovable, sweet and strong too.
Jagya - the complex main character till date. Had different shades of a human being. He played spoilt,
Immature, sweet and selfish guy.
Shiv - in most ways very similar to anandi. He is a perfect son, husband, officer and a son-in-law. This character is my favorite till date even beating anandi too.
DS - she had so many changes to her personality from start of the show to till day. She is the most lovable and at the same time people hated her too. Very realistic character from all the people in the show.
COnclusion - till the BV team sticks to the theme of the show and give excellent story tracks no matter who plays the characters the show will run. If anandi character is shown with the same sincerity they stared the show any good actress can play the part well. Bring in good tracks of ansh life along with jaga2 in equal screen space the show will be great hit.