In Rajasthan people ask for DABH jewellery!

What did you keep in mind while doing the jewellery design of the following shows?

Diya Aur Baati Hum:

We have given Bhabo's (Neelu Vaghela of Diya Aur Baati Hum) jewellery a peacock look. She and Sandhya (Deepika Singh) have the archetypal Marwari look. I have given Sandhya a delicate pipe set with a unique piece in the middle. In Rajasthan, people ask for Bhabo and Sandhya's jewellery.

Okay. However, critics complain that certain shows have too heavy jewellery...

Yes, that is true for certain soaps which I am not doing. On my shows during bedtime, the characters wear small studs and tiny chains. Sometimes, however you have to go with the trend of heavy jewellery as you need to bestow a 'TV look' instead of keeping it plain and simple. Nevertheless, I try my best to stick to more real and authentic look. Even a small black thread or a small tulsi bead will also look good provided it blends in with the character.

How have jewellery trends changed over the years on TV soaps?

Earlier, we would have loud and chunky pieces of artificial jewellery. Now, we make semi-precious jewellery which look like real. They aren't loud and blend with the face and costume.