The Best of Television... 2007

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The Best of Television, 2007

As per Rediff.com

Television has undoubtedly become a big part of our lives. We love to laugh and cry with our soap stars, or hope and pray that our favourite contestant wins in reality shows.

To make a list of the 10 most popular shows on telly is quite a task -- 10 is too small a number. So here's taking a look at the best of television this year.

Reality shows

Zee Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, Indian Idol and Star Voice of India gained even more popularity than previous years. In fact, they were such a hit that big Bollywood releases used the platform to promote the films. Sa Re Ga Ma Pa was popular because it had participants from different parts of the country, as well as abroad, and showcased real talent. The participants were trained by their respective mentors -- Himesh Reshammiya, Ismail Darbar, Vishal-Shekhar and Bappi Lahiri. The show was also spiced up with regular fights among the mentors. The third season of Indian Idol seemed to unite the country, and bring the North-East into focus. Winner Prashant Tamang hailed from Darjeeling while Amit Paul hailed from Shillong.

Star Voice of India showcased quality singers and was judged by Jatin- Latin, Aadesh Shrivastav, Alka Yagnik and Abhijeet.

Dance Shows

Reality shows seem to be in vogue this season. Celebrity dance shows like Nach Baliye 3 and Jhalak Dikhla Jaa 2 were enjoyable, and both shows ended controversially. Rakhi Sawant and boyfriend Abhishek Awasthi lost out to Aamir Ali and Sanjeeda Sheikh (in the picture), and made quite a fuss about it.

In Jhalak, Prachi Desai and her choreographer partner Deepak won the title, even though runner-ups Sandhya Mridul and Javed received a standing ovation for their performance.

Comedy Circus

Audiences, seemingly tired of daily soaps, lapped up the reality comic shows as well.

Comedy Circus paired up telly actors and professional stand-up comedians, and they were expected to entertain people. The best part of the show was that the pairs did not have a script at all, and yet, provided a lot of laughs.

Left Right Left

Left Right Left was not like the regular saas-bahu soaps, and was quite a refreshing watch. The serial was a mix of intrigue, romance and humour and its high point was Rajeev Khandelwal -- one of the hottest actors on television -- who played the inspiring Captain Rajveer Shekhawat. The serial is about the Kanchenjunga Military Academy and essentially about six cadets training under Captain Shekhawat, and how the captain is actually trying to catch a spy (who is played by Shweta Salve).

The second season of the show, however, is not as popular.

Kasamh Se

Ekta Kapoor's Kasamh Se tells the story about the journey of sisters from a small town to Mumbai, and how their relationships undergo changes with situations and time. Jai (Ram Kapoor) and Bani (Prachi Desai) share outstanding chemistry. Ashwini, playing the hateful Jigyasa, is brilliant too.

After a generation leap, there was a dip in the show's TRPs. But it seems to be picking up again.

Dharti Ka Veer Yodha -- Prithvi Raj Chauhan

Prithviraj Chauhan is the most lavish teleserial ever made. It shows Prithviraj's journey from a young prince to a responsible king. The serial also gives viewers a fascinating look into the lifestyle of kings, their culture and cuisines.

When Rajat Tokas (the young Prithviraj Chauhan) started shooting for the serial, he had no idea that the role would turn him into a role model of sorts for kids. In the beginning, it was just meant to be a small role. But later, when the character got very popular, the length of his role was increased.

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi...

One of the longest running serials on Star Plus is Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu. Even after seven years, Kyunki tops the charts. The gripping serial, produced by Ekta Kapoor, continues to hook the viewers, and make them addicted to the soap.

Kyunki has all the key ingredients, including comedy, drama, action and family conflicts.

Choona Hai Aasmaan

This serial revolves around a dedicated mission commander, Arya Veer Pratap, and his team of six committed professionals -- brave men and women who are devoted to wiping out terrorism from India. As they undertake dangerous missions, the characters also struggle with their own personal lives.

One of the hot television actors, Iqbal Khan (Angad of Kaise Hai Pyaar Hai fame), plays Abhimanyu, one of the officers in Veer Pratap's team. The serial is only a couple of months old but has already got rave reviews.

Virrudh

The serial consists of politics, mystery, family drama, and power games. It is different from most other boring family dramas. The show tells the story of an adopted daughter, Vasudha and her father. The major characters are played by Vikram Ghokule, Shushant Singh, Smriti Irani and Achint Kaur.

Initially, the serial did not get good reviews but after few months, the writers worked hard on the script, making the show a hit among viewers.

Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii

Kahaani is a drama series produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefims. The story revolves around the Agarwal family, with Om (Kiran Karmarkar) and Parvati (Sakshi Tanwar) playing the protagonists. Kahaani has finished more than 1,000 episodes, a big achievement in the television industry.

Ekta obviously knows how to spice up her serials. Just when it starts to get boring, she adds in a twist, or a generative leap.

Banoo Main Teri Dulhan

Banoo is the story of a submissive, illiterate Vidya who finds herself helpless when she enters the rich Thakur household. To add to it, she encounters hostility from her sisters-in-law.

The serial shows how Vidya stands tall in daunting circumstances, her struggle to rise above the obstacles and be accepted as the bride of the Thakur household.