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Mahadev' to air regularly for next few months

Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev' is not going off air, confirms the show's producer.

Reports suggested that the mythological show on Life OK will come to an end from this month because of the constant dipping TVTs (Television Viewership In Thousands) and no attractive storyline.

But the producer Nikhil Sinha has denied the reports and said that the show is still popular among the masses and will continue for the next few months.

"Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev' not going off air. It's being loved my masses and there is a lot of story yet to be told," Sinha said.

Produced by Triangle Film Company, the show is based on the legends of Lord Shiva and has set a benchmark in Indian television with its larger than life narration and visuals.

Sinha said his new show Hatim', which will go on air from December 28, has nothing to do with Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev'.

"Hatim is a new show for the weekend and it will be a fantastic visual treat for the audience," he added.

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With Puja Bose quitting Devon Ke Dev Mahadev, the search for the new Parvati has begun.

Sources say that there are chances of Sonarika Bhadoria, the original Parvati returning to the show. Sonarika, who had played the role for one year had some issues with her remuneration when it was time to renew her contract. She wanted a hike, which the producers agreed to, but Sonarika wasn't happy with the amount and she apparently started throwing tantrums.

Consequently, she was replaced with Puja four months ago. Puja, sources say, has got a Bengali film offer and has conveyed her inability to do both " the film and the serial. Also, her track has reduced considerably in Mahadev. Says a source, "Puja feels that she will be better off being a film heroine than be part of a show that doesn't have much scope for her." As for Sonarika, so far, the actress has not been seen in any show, though there were rumours that she would be part of Bigg Boss7, nor has she landed any film offers.

"Sonarika got a lot of fame from Mahadev. Her tracks as Kali and Durga were appreciated. She also got invited to several live shows, but lately the offers have reduced. Also, she conveyed to the makers that she regretted whatever had happened and is open to the idea of playing the role again," says the source. However, Sonarika claims, "Whatever happens, happens for good. I don't ever regret anything. I am in a very happy state for the past four months." She refuses to talk about any chances of playing Parvati again.

Now, whether Mahadev gets his original Parvati back or has a new one by his side, only time will tell!

Tellyexpress.com In A Conservation With The Immensely Talented Writer Utkarsh Naithani (Writer -Devon Ke Dev Mahadev & Khauff Begins...Ringa Ringa Roses) ...

Q). How and when did you get started as a writer?

>By now it's a well known story but i'll say it again,I was National Head of Programming - Reliance Radio (BIG FM) when i felt that i wanted to move out of the corporate world and simply write.I resigned and eventually joined Sanjay Leela Bhansali.So technically i became a commercial writer only in 2011.
Q). How do you usually find your ideas?

>Observations. unlike the boy from '6th Sense'... i See ALIVE People ,I observe. Listen to them. Do my best to understand them. They tell me all i need to create characters. Ideas come from there.

Q). Did you ever get any rejections? (If yes, how did you react to them?

>If you mean from a girl, then the answer is No (Thankfully)

lol... i know what you are asking.

And the answer is still No. I have been very VERY fortunate as a writer.

One thing has always lead to another.

I either have success stories to share or i have lessons learnt

Q) What are the major challenges that you have faced in your career?

I went through a financially challenging phase in 2012.

I had quit my well paying job for a career in writing at the age of 30.

I twas a risk... and only i know what i went through

But that phase passed and by Mahadev's grace (Literally) I was back in action in every way possible

Q) You write a story for mythological drama now also writing for a horror show ,how did you make a balance between this two opposite shows?

>When i write, i can only write what i love.

I LOVE Horror genre.

And Mythology is like my Life.

i'm not that bad in Romance (Watch the initial phase of Saraswatichandra) coz i love that too.
i am not that good with Kitchen politics and that's why i didn't last long with Diya Aur Baati Hum'

So basically balance in writing is like balance while walking.

You don't think about it once you've learnt... It happens effortlessly

Q) People knows Utkarsh as a writer but recently they had seen a new talent of Utkarsh i.e Actor inside you,so how was your experience ?

Hahaha... It was Wonderful.

I had an Amazing time shooting. Whatever little nervous energy i felt, i could channelize it in Karsan. The result is that it looked genuine.
Plus Deepika was amazing to work with. (Don't believe what media tells you, she's a wonderful human being.)
On our 1st scene together, she came to me and shook hands saying, "Hi, I'm Deepika."
I was like... oh, mujhe toy para hi nahi thha. We would be laughing through the shoot.

I'll share a little Trivia... while shooting the Karsan meets Leela' scene, have you noticed that she doesn't look at me? That's because Every time she would look at me staring at her The Karsan way'... She would burst out laughing and we'd have to cut. Finally SLB said, "Tu usko dekh hi mat!"

Q) In Ram Leela people sees you as a "Karsan" ,what was your first reaction when this role was offered to you?

>I seriously thought it was a prank. Till the shoot began i used to wonder if someone will start laughing saying we got you.
But when Sanjay ji started briefing me on the role (and he doesn't joke abt work), i realised that it was actually happening.

Q) What can "Mahadev" fans expect in it's upcoming episodes?

ACTION.

They really need to stay tuned now. We have major plans next week as Devon ke Dev Mahadev turns 2!

Q) Message for your Fans?

>Look at the mirror... Be the fan of the one you see smiling back at you.

You are wonderful. You are amazing. Always remember that

Love,

- Utkarsh.

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