Jhanak
GenreDrama
Created byMagic Moments Motion Pictures
Written byLeena Gangopadhyay
Directed by
  • Saibal Banerjee
  • Sujit Pyne
Creative directorLeena Gangopadhyay
Starring
Theme music composerDebojyoti Mishra
Country of originIndia
Original languageHindi
No. of episodes48
Production
Executive producersDebolina Mukhopadhyay & Arabinda Dasgupta (Magic Moments Motion Pictures)
Taniya, Supriyo & Shayak (StarPlus)
ProducerSaibal Banerjee
CinematographyPankaj Saha
Editors
  • Sameer
  • Soumen
Camera setupMulti-camera
Running time22 minutes
Production companyMagic Moments Motion Pictures
Original release
NetworkStarPlus
Release20 November 2023 (2023-11-20) –
present

Jhanak is an Indian Hindi-language television drama series that premiered on StarPlus from 20 November 2023 and streams digitally on Disney+ Hotstar.[1][2] Produced under Magic Moments Motion Pictures, it is an adaptation of Star Jalsha's Bengali series Jol Nupur. It stars Hiba Nawab and Krushal Ahuja in lead roles.[3]

Premise

The series follows the story of a resilient girl, Jhanak. Her life takes a drastic turn when her mother dies and she is forced to marry her cousin's fiancè Aniruddh. The series follows Jhanak's struggles to survive in the world all by herself.

Cast

Main

Recurring

Special Appearances

Production

Development

Jhanak is produced by Saibal Banerjee under Magic Moments Motion Pictures.[5] The series marks the second Hindi adaptation of Jol Nupur, after Gud Se Meetha Ishq.[6][7]

Casting

Hiba Nawab was cast in the titular role of Jhanak opposite Ahuja.[8] Krushal Ahuja was cast as Aniruddh opposite Nawab.[9] Chandni Sharma was cast as Arshi and was the last to be cast on the show.[10][11] Dolly Sohi was cast as Arshi's mother Srishti[12], while Kajal Pisal was cast as Aniruddh's mother Tanuja.[13][14] Rishi Kaushik was casted as Tejas, Jhanak's obsessive lover.[15][16] Sohi quit the show in January 2024 and was replaced by Poorva Gokhale.[17][18]

Filming

The shooting of the series began in September 2023.[19] It is primarily based in Kashmir and Kolkata, and few initial episodes were shot in both Kolkata and Kashmir.[20][21]

Nawab had learned to row a shikara within two days for the role of Jhanak.[22] Speaking on the same she said, "I learnt how to row a shikara within two days. Initially, I was scared about it, but with practice, I think now I can call myself a professional. It was a fun experience to shoot in Kashmir, the natives there are supportive and loving."[23]

References

  1. ^ "An intriguing promo of the upcoming show Jhanak highlights how main protagonist Jhanak will overcome all the obstacles in life". The Times of India. 5 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  2. ^ "Jhanak: Promo of new serial is out, Watch Hiba Nawab beautifully embracing the sad scene | Hot News". news.abplive.com. 4 November 2023. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
  3. ^ "Hiba Nawab and Krushal Ahuja from the show Jhanak, give a sneak peek about their on-screen and off-screen bond!". The Times of India. 18 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  4. ^ "Jhanak New Promo Out!". Hindustan (in Hindi). Retrieved 30 January 2024.
  5. ^ "Krushal-Hiba's Jhanak: Not a remake! In Leena's Hindi serial, hero Krushal, villain Rishi Kaushik! Shooting started in Kolkata". Hindustantimes Bangla (in Bengali). 1 September 2023. Retrieved 30 January 2024.
  6. ^ Hungama, Bollywood (20 November 2023). "Ahead of Jhanak's television premiere, Krushal Ahuja, aka Aniruddh gives a glimpse of Jhanak's journey; says, "Audience will witness the journey of trio and the complexities of emotions and relationships" : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  7. ^ "An intriguing promo of the upcoming show Jhanak highlights how main protagonist Jhanak will overcome all the obstacles in life". The Times of India. 5 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
  8. ^ "After Woh Toh Hai Albelaa, Hiba Nawab returns with a new show 'Jhanak'". The Times of India. 18 October 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  9. ^ "Krushal Ahuja on his show Jhanak, says 'Audience will witness the journey of Jhanak, Anirudh, Arshi and the complexities of emotions and relationships'". The Times of India. 20 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
  10. ^ Hungama, Bollywood (14 November 2023). "Ahead of Jhanak going on air, actresses Hiba Nawab and Chandni Sharma express excitement; Chandni reveals she was the 'last' to be cast on the show : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  11. ^ "Chandni Sharma, aka Arshi gives an insight into her character in Jhanak, says "We are both ambitious and passionate about dance"". The Times of India. 15 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
  12. ^ "Dolly Sohi makes a comeback". The Tribune.
  13. ^ "Dolly Sohi got severe skin problems while shooting for TV show 'Jhanak' in Kolkata". The Times of India. 4 September 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  14. ^ "Kajal Pisal celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi in Bengali attire, says 'My upcoming show Jhanak helped me with the idea'". The Times of India. 25 September 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  15. ^ "आज से छोटे पर्दे पर दस्तक देगा 'झनक', अनिरुद्ध और अर्शी की कहानी जीतेगी आपका दिल". Zee News Hindi (in Hindi). 20 November 2023. Retrieved 30 January 2024.
  16. ^ "Rishi Kaushik: Rishi Kaushik is coming to the small screen as a villain!". Hindustantimes Bangla (in Bengali). 31 August 2023. Retrieved 30 January 2024.
  17. ^ "Dolly Sohi quits Jhanak due to health condition". The Times of India. 2 February 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 13 March 2024.
  18. ^ "Dolly Sohi death: 'Jhanak' actress passes away at 48, a day after her sister's demise". The Economic Times. 8 March 2024. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 13 March 2024.
  19. ^ "Leena Ganguly and Saibal Banerjee start shoot for their new Hindi serial". The Times of India. 2 September 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  20. ^ "Leena Gangopadhyay ready to narrate a new story in Rishi Kaushik, Krushal Ahuja starrer 'Jhanak'". The Times of India. 30 August 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  21. ^ "Exclusive! Kajal Pisal joins the cast of Hiba Nawab and Krushal Ahuja, will travel to Kolkata for the shoot". The Times of India. 26 August 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  22. ^ "Going all the way". The Tribune.
  23. ^ Hungama, Bollywood (18 November 2023). "Hiba Nawab says she learned how to row a shikara within 2 days for her upcoming show Jhanak 2 : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 20 November 2023.

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