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Shilpa Shinde’s Return to Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain Draws Backlash Over ‘Copycat’ Swipe

Shubhangi Atre rejects pay‑row rumors, citing a desire for new work.

Overview

  • Producers are relaunching the sitcom in a 2.0 format with Shilpa Shinde back as Angoori Bhabhi after she originally exited in 2016.
  • Shubhangi Atre, who played the role for nearly a decade, says she chose to move on to try something new and has not signed her next project yet.
  • In recent interviews, Shinde said Atre ‘copied’ her interpretation and lacked comic timing, comments that reignited old comparisons over the character.
  • Actors Falaq Naaz and Sourabh Raaj Jain publicly criticized Shinde’s remarks and urged respect for Atre’s decade of work, reflecting broader pushback online.
  • Atre highlighted producer Binaifer Kohli’s support during bereavement and illness and noted her exclusive contract limited outside opportunities.