UP ki kahani, Bihar ki beti now trending as India’s no. 1 show* on Disney+ Hotstar. Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar emerges as the most subscribed show in the last four years and most watched show of 2024 on the platform, based on hours streamed in the first sixteen days of the show launch. Based in the heartland of India the show features promising and young talent who have proved to be a force to reckon with through Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar.
Written by Kamal Pandey , produced by Sachin Pandey’s Bombay Show Studios and directed by Shraddha Pasi Jairath, this unusual tale of chase and love stars promising newcomers like Dhaval Thakur and Sanchita Bashu alongside popular actors like Aniruddha Dave and Kapil Kanpuriya in pivotal roles.
“We are elated by the overwhelming response to Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar. Our vision for the show was to resonate with the emotions and experiences of today’s youth while presenting it with a contemporary production style and it has exceeded all our expectations. This show has also served as a platform for emerging talent such as Dhaval Thakur and Sanchita Bashu, to showcase their craft, which has truly captivated our audience. The success of Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar underscores our commitment to bringing high-quality content that deeply resonates with our viewers, and we are excited to bring more such impactful stories to life,” said Vivek Srivastava , Head, Hindi Specials for Streaming, JioStar .
Producer Sachin Pandey, Bombay Show Studios, shared his excitement, stating, “ I am truly overwhelmed by the success of Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar. This achievement is a testament to the incredible collaborative efforts of our team, from Kamal Pandey’s brilliant writing to the captivating performances of Sanchita Bashu and Dhaval Thakur. I am so proud of everyone for embracing the process and bringing such raw honesty to the show. I hope we continue breaking records and creating more unforgettable stories together.”
Director of the show Shraddha Pasi Jairath said, “ I am truly overwhelmed by the success of Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar. This achievement is a testament to the incredible collaborative efforts of our team from Kamal Pandey’s brilliant writing to the captivating performances of Sanchita Bashu and Dhaval Thakur. I am deeply grateful to them for trusting my vision, embracing the process, and bringing such raw honesty to their craft. After the success of Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar, I can only hope we continue breaking records and creating more unforgettable stories together. I am thankful for Disney+ Hotstar and the whole team for giving us such a huge opportunity and taking these series to millions of audiences!”
Dhaval Thakur, who was portraying Kuldeep Kumar in Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar said, “ Playing a multi-faceted character like Kuldeep was so satisfying because I got to test my limits as an artist. With the outpour of love and appreciation people are showering on us, I am happy that the journey has been fruitful and with Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar becoming the most subscribed and watched show on Disney+ Hotstar, it is like a cherry on the cake. The journey has been truly amazing and we’re so grateful to every viewer who’s watched, shared, and supported the show. I am thankful to Disney+ Hotstar, Shraddha Pasi and the entire team for having faith in me for playing Kuldeep.”
Popular influencer and actor Sanchita Bashu, who essays the character of Shanvika expressed her happiness by saying, “‘ Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar’ is a perfect example of a local story resonating on a national level. Set in a small town in UP, it has struck a chord with audiences across India. I am immensely grateful to Kamal Pandey sir for crafting the relatable characters of Shanvika and Kuldeep, which connected so deeply with viewers. The overwhelming response to the show has been incredibly humbling, and I’m thankful to Disney+ Hotstar for believing in this story and providing a platform to bring it to audiences far and wide. For a debut project to receive such love and appreciation is truly inspiring, and I am excited to take on new opportunities and continue giving my best in the journey ahead.”
~ Get ready for electrifying confrontations with Thukra Ke Mera Pyaar streaming exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar~