In an exclusive conversation with mid-day, Shubhangi Atre opened up about bidding an emotional goodbye to her much-loved character Angoori Bhabhi in Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! Run for Fun, marking the final time she will be seen playing the iconic role on screen.
Shubhangi Atre calls it an incredible journey
Calling the journey unforgettable, Shubhangi said, “It’s been an incredible journey. I joined the show in 2016 and I did it for 10 years. I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. I put my heart and soul into this character, and till my last breath, Angoori will stay in my heart.” Reflecting on her long association with the show, she added, “It’s been a wonderful journey. I learned a lot and met such amazing co-actors.”
She fondly mentioned her colleagues, including Rohitashv Gour, Aasif Sheikh, Rakesh Bedi, Yogesh Tripathi, and others, giving special praise to Shoma Rathod, who plays Amma ji. “Shoma is my favourite character. Have you ever seen such beautiful chemistry between a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law?” she said, expressing gratitude to the channel and producers. “Characters like Angoori are rarely written. I feel extremely lucky that I got to play her for 10 years and now a film. It’s truly a blessing.”
Talking about shaping Angoori over the years, Shubhangi explained how personal experiences influenced her portrayal. “Whatever character you play as an artist is an extension of your personality, your experiences, your observations,” she said, adding that growing up around housewives helped her understand Angoori’s simplicity and emotional world. “The beauty of Angoori is that she finds love even when Tiwari calls her ‘Pagli’. She cherishes it.”
On playing Angoori one last time
On committing fully to the role, she shared, “Whatever you do, your presence should be 100 percent. For the last 10 years, I was completely there. That’s why I never tried anything else.” She credited the show’s longevity to its relatability, saying, “Every character is very earthy. Anyone can connect with them.”
Speaking about the film and new additions to the cast, Shubhangi said she had a wonderful time working with Ravi Kishan, Mukesh Tiwari, Nirahua, and others. “Ravi ji impressed me with his effortless performance,” she said warmly.
Signing off with a heartfelt message to fans, Shubhangi said, “This will be the last time you see me as Angoori. Please continue to give this character the same love and blessings. We want this film to be a blockbuster.”
