By Anil Merani: The Star Plus show Jhanak has achieved a significant milestone by climbing to the second spot on the GEC sweepstakes. According to Chandni Sharma, who plays the other woman, Arshi,” an excellent storyline with superb casting and handholding by the producer Leena Gangopadhya has worked wonders.”
“The narrative of ‘Jhanak’ stands out from typical family dramas. It’s a world where characters aren’t simply good or bad. Take Arshi, for instance. She fights for love, yet is often misunderstood as a villain due to her mother’s manipulation. Understanding her perspective is crucial. She’s a key player in Jhanak’s journey, even though she falls in love with her fiancé.” defends Chandni.
“Similarly, Anirudh (Krushal Ahuja) is not entirely at fault. Falling in love is not something one can plan. He came close to Jhanak to help her but ended up losing his heart.” says she.
“The camaraderie among the ‘Jhanak’ cast is palpable, and it’s this off-screen chemistry that translates into our on-screen performances. We often hang out after work or on our off days, fostering a positive work environment.” added Chandni.
Chandni is happy to play powerful women characters. In Kaamnaa, she played a woman who was not shy about hiding her love for a better life. She also played a wealthy gal in Ishq Mein Marjawan 2.” My personality type is such that I get called for such roles. I am not ready for done to death Bukhari bahu roles, asserts she
“Sadly, viewers perceive most strong-willed female characters as negative, and their independence is often called names. We have powerful women in our society like Kangana Ranaut, who hails from a small Himachal Pradesh town like me,” says Chandni
Looking ahead, Chandni is unsure whether her character will turn fully black or she will move on to finding someone else. “The rise in ratings has increased audience expectations,” ended she.
