I read an interview of Shantonu Aditya(CEO Sahara one), where he makes it clear that Kittu seems to be safe. Here is an extract of his interview:-
Q.How do u view the growth of Sahara in 2006?
A.Our performance has been outstanding in last few weeks. From 40 in june the GRPs have raisen to 122. Currantly we are 10 percent lower than the No.3 slot(Sony).
Q.Which shows according to you are the eyeball grabber for Sahara?
A.Currantly the GRP shows that Wow Rehne Wali… continues to be the No.1 & in the last few weeks it touched 2(TRP). Solah Singarr has opened at 1 which is good. Other shows like Kittu Sabb… has touched almost 1.
Q.In the near future which shows are likely to be phased out & what will be their replacements?
A.we have revamped the 10.30 slot to start Kuch Apne… & now the movies will start at 11.00. And gradually we will have a prime time brand starting from 7.30 to 11.30.
So Kittu wont be "phased out", in the near future.