From “Anupama” to “Khichdi”: Explore the Hilarious Influence of Soap Operas on Indian Society
Have you ever heard a memorable line like “Chain se sona hai to jaag jao” or seen someone dramatically touch their heart, saying, “Daya, Darwaaza tod do!” If you’re from India, these probably remind you of the famous dramas that have dominated our TVs for years. Despite the melodramatic storyline and excessive acting, these soaps have intertwined with Indian culture. Sitcoms like “Khichdi” with snappy lines or soap operas like “Anupama” with dramatic speeches add phrases, catchphrases, and expressions to our daily talk. They’ve influenced everything from humor, style, and even how we talk.
The ‘K’uintessential Drama:
Let’s talk about “Anupama” and “Kyun ke saas bhi kabhi bahu thi”. For many years, these TV shows have captured the interest of Indian families. They feature unexpected family ties, mean mother-in-laws, and more. There have been many classic ‘saas-bahu’ fights that kept us glued? And the intense camera zooms that amplified every incident? Unsurprisingly, we use lines like “Galat Kar Rahi Ho tum.” regularly! Amidst this, we can’t ignore the magic of cosmetic surgery that can entirely change how someone looks, even their height! The multiple weddings and countless birthdays bring extra layers of fun to the melodramatic mix!
Fashion Forward, Soap Opera Style:
In Indian TV shows, the style choices are pretty eye-catching! Do you remember when Kokilaben from “Saath Nibhaana Saathiya” went grocery shopping dressed in a saree that defies gravity, a sindoor-stained forehead, and heavy jewelry? Or what about Angoori Bhabhi from “Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hain” sleeping so soundly with enough mascara to rival Anita Narayan? Indian soap operas sure know how to give us laughs with their hilarious fashion choices! We learned that ‘beauty sleep’ is best done with a full face of makeup and lehenga glamour. Thanks, TV soaps, for showing us that style is an emotion – even in wicked schemes, were carried out with Ramola Sikand’s architectural bindis, which were more like little rangolis. From her unmixed eyelid crease to the bold lipliner around her mouth, Ramola obviously enjoyed keeping things vivid.
Outlandish Plot twists:
The world of Hindi soap operas is full of wild plot developments. Take the popular show “Yeh Jaadu Hai Jinn Ka,” where a man goes to extreme lengths to win his love’s affection – he tries to break the moon! Many shows also feature characters returning from the dead, only to struggle with amnesia like Mihir Virani. These family secrets are often dramatically revealed with ‘Dhoom Tana Nana dhoom Tana na’ background music. Characters can miraculously rise from their graves, sending viewers on a rollercoaster of emotions. The over-the-top storytelling leaves the audience both thrilled and perplexed by the bold storylines. Viewers are constantly entertained yet surprised by the daring ways these shows push the limits of believability.
Indian soap operas elicit strong reactions but undoubtedly affect culture. They offer insight into our hopes, worries, and affinity for melodrama. When you repeat their phrases or giggle at meme parodies, you partake in an Indian entertainment tradition.