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Shilpa Shinde’s Return to Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain 2.0 Triggers Industry Rebuke Over ‘Copycat’ Remark

Atre says her departure was voluntary and not about pay.

Overview

  • Shinde has been reinstated as Angoori Bhabhi for Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain 2.0 as the makers revamp the show’s format.
  • In recent interviews, Shinde dismissed comparisons and suggested Atre copied her portrayal and lacked comic timing, drawing sharp criticism from peers.
  • Actors Falaq Naaz and Sourabh Raaj Jain publicly called Shinde’s comments disrespectful and credited Atre for sustaining the character for nearly a decade.
  • Atre reiterated she never sought a salary hike, praised producer Binaifer Kohli’s support during personal crises, and noted an exclusive contract limited outside work.
  • Atre says she has not signed a new project yet, while cast reactions vary, with Vidisha Srivastava praising work with Shinde and Aasif Sheikh lauding both colleagues.