With the whole country in a lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic, some of our favorite shows are being re-telecast to keep us company. Apart from DD classics like Ramayana and Mahabharata, all time favorites like Shaaktimaan and Office Office also made their return to the small screen. Now, fan favorite Hum Paanch is set to join the list of ’90s shows returning to entertain us.
As you take a trip down memory lane, read on to know where the actors from the hit show are now.
Hum Paanch Cast: Where Are They Now?
Ashok Saraf as Anand Mathur
Ashok Saraf played the role of the haggard man in a house full of women as Anand Mathur. Since Hum Paanch Ashok Saraf has gone on to work in popular Bollywood films like Karan Arjun, Pyaar Kiya Toh Darna Kya and Yes Boss. In addition, he has been a part of more than 200 movies in multiple languages. He last appeared in Rohit Shetty’s Singham.
Shoma Anand as Bina Mathur
Shoma Anand played the second wife of Anand, Bina Mathur. The actor started her career opposite Rishi Kapoor in Barood. She has went on to act in many TV serials and movies since her days as a cast member of Hum Paanch. Her most recent performances include movies like yaa Kool Hai Hum and Kal Ho Naa Ho. Moreover, she was also seen in TV show Yaro Ka Tashan.
Priya Tendulkar as Anand’s first wife
Priya Tendulkar played Anand’s dead wife in Hum Paanch. She was a major character on the series even though she was trapped inside a photo frame for the entirety of the show. Sadly, Priya Tendulkar died in 2002 after losing her battle against cancer. The actor was known for the Priya Tendulkar Talk Show as well as her role in Rajani. She was also a social activist.
Vandana Pathak as Meenakshi
Vandana Pathak played the feminist Meenakshi in Hum Paanch. The actor went on to portray the iconic role of
Jayshree in Khichdi. She is an acclaimed name in Gujarati film and theatre. Vandana was recently seen in shows like Saath Nibhana Saathiya, Yeh Teri Galiyaan and Manmohini.
Ameeta Nangia as Radhika
Ameeta Nangia played Radhika, the intelligent but clumsy second sister, in Hum Paanch. She was last seen in Kaal Bhairav Rahasya.
Vidya Balan as Radhika
Ameeta Nangia starred as Radhika in the initial episodes of Hum Paanch. However, she was soon replaced by Vidya Balan. Meanwhile, this was Vidya Balan’s acting debut. She amassed praise for her performance in the series.
Vidya Balan has gone to create a niche for herself in Bollywood. She has starred in numerous movies and has gathered critical and fan acclaim for her roles. She will next be seen in Anu Menon directed Shakuntala Devi.
Rakhi Vijan as Sweety
Rakhi Vijan played the classic beauty without brains character Sweety in Hum Paanch. The actor has been a part of many successful shows since her time on Hum Paanch. These include shows like Heena, Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahi, Madhubala and Shakti. In addition, she was also a contestant of Bigg Boss 2. The actor also had a role in 2008’s Golmaal Returns.
Bhairavi Raichura as Kajal
Bhairavi Raichura played the tomboy Kajal in Hum Paanch. The actor has stated that Hum Paanch was her favorite acting role to date. She has since appeared in shows like Sasural Genda Phool, Laut Aao Trisha and Balika Vadhu.
In addition, Bhairavi also ventured into the world of production. She started her own production house 24 Frames with her friend Nandita Mehra. The production house has backed projects like Chhal, Satrangi Sasural, Kya Hoga Amla Ka and as well as the web series Baarish.
Priyanka Mehra as Choti
Child actress Priyanka Mehra played the role of the youngest Mathur sibling. However, not much is known about Priyanka as of now. As per some reports, she went to work with a magazine before moving to production.
Aruna Sangal as Pooja
Aruna Sangal played Pooja, the nosy neighbour of the Mathurs, in Hum Paanch. The actor has been a part of many TV shows. She was seen in Mohi and Ayushman Bhavya. Moreover, she is married to Indian film director Ambarish Sangal. Their son Alekh Sangal is also an actor.
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