:: MERE APNE :: Synopsis
Mere Apne is a gripping family drama that revolves around a traditional north Indian family that holds itself together against all odds. Produced by Smriti Irani's Ugraya Productions in association with Applause Entertainment, Mere Apne, features the best names from the film and television industry. Bollywood Superstar Vinod Khanna teams up with the first Bahu of television – Smriti Irani, to present an engrossing family entertainer starting November 12 at 10 pm every Monday to Thursday, only on 9X.
'Mere Apne' is the story of a family headed by Kashinath Pandey (Vinod Khanna) and Sharda Pandey (Smriti Irani), proud parents who have instilled great values in their children, Aditya, Vrinda and Shanker.
Speaking about his character, Vinod Khanna aka Kashinath Pandey, said "Mere Apne is not just another family saga; rather, it goes much beyond that in a whole new and far more significant and entertaining manner."
Shot in the beautiful locales of Madhya Pradesh and Benaras, Mere Apne also has some of the most magnificent sets designed by Omang Kumar, who is also behind the grand sets of 'Saawariya' .
Speaking on her co-star Smriti Irani who plays Sharda Pandey, says, "I was extremely scared of how I could convince Vinodji to be a part of this show. Television is based upon demanding schedules. But when Vinodji heard the script, he agreed on the first day itself. I was scared that the pace of television might be too much for him, but he has not only kept up to speed, his is much faster than mine too!!"
Roop Kumar Rathod and Shweta Pandit have sung the title track of Mere Apne penned by acclaimed lyricist Sameer.
Mere Apne has powerful performers like veteran film actor Gauri Nigudkar, Amit Jain and Sidh Makkard in dynamic roles. And, of course, leading the powerful cast are the superstars Vinod Khanna and Smriti Irani, who will charm you and force you to fall in love with them.
:: MERE APNE :: Characters
Kashinath Pandey
Played by: Vinod Khanna
Kashinath Pandey lives in Benaras with his wife Sharda and four children - Aditya, Shanka, Vrinda and Rashi. He enjoys the status of a demi God and is considered as the symbol of morality and righteousness by the people of Benaras. Kashinath has always nurtured a dream that his son Aditya should become a doctor and run a charitable hospital in the city. For him, his second son Shankar is good for nothing, and his daughter Vrinda is Kashinath's very reflection, and the apple of his eye. Kashinath will do anything to keep his family together.
Sharda Pandey
Played by: Smriti Irani
Sharda Pandey is Kashinath's wife and mother of Aditya, Shankar, Vrinda and Rashi. She is the ideal wife and the ideal mother. She manages the house and takes care of the entire family. She supports her husband and children in all their decisions. While her husband is treated like a demi-God in Baneras, Sharda too is a strong-minded and devoted wife.
Vrinda Pandey
Played by: Gauri Nigudkar
Vrinda Pandey is Kashinath and Sharda's daughter. In mental make up and attitudes, Vrinda is Kashinath's spitting image, and the centre of all his affection. To Vrinda, family is everything, and like her father, she is determined to hold it together against all odds.
Bhanupratap Singh
Played by: Shahbaz Khan
Once upon a time, Bhanupratap Singh and Kashinath Pandey were great friends; now, they are bitter enemies. In fact, Bhanuparatap is perhaps the only enemy Kashinath has in Benaras. Bhanu is just out after spending 14 years in jail, and he now wants revenge.
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