In a shocking revelation that exposes the dark side of Indian television's golden era, popular actor Hiten Tejwani has shared harrowing details about the extreme working conditions he endured during the peak of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.
The Grueling 22-Hour Work Marathon
Tejwani, who became a household name playing the character of Karan Virani, recalled working an unimaginable 22 hours every single day for an entire month. "We used to work for 22 hours every day for a month, and I was paid Rs 1 lakh for that," the actor revealed, highlighting the intense pressure actors faced during the show's massive popularity.
The Dangerous Consequences: Sleeping at the Wheel
The relentless schedule took a dangerous turn when Tejwani met with an accident due to extreme fatigue. "I had an accident, slept at the wheel," he confessed, underscoring the very real dangers actors faced while trying to meet the demanding production schedules of daily soaps.
A Glimpse into Television's Demanding Reality
Tejwani's experience sheds light on the challenging working conditions that were commonplace during the heyday of Indian television soap operas. The actor's revelations paint a picture of:
- Exhaustive shooting schedules that pushed human limits
- Financial compensation that didn't always match the physical toll
- Serious safety concerns due to sleep deprivation
- The immense pressure to deliver content for daily broadcasts
The Legacy of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi
Despite the challenges, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi remains one of Indian television's most iconic shows, revolutionizing the soap opera genre and creating numerous stars. Tejwani's candid account, however, reveals the hidden costs behind the glitz and glamour of television fame.
The actor's story serves as an important reminder of the need for better working conditions in the entertainment industry, even as audiences continue to enjoy the fruits of actors' labor.
