The much-anticipated seventh season of the supernatural hit 'Naagin' is not just winning viewer hearts with its new cast but is now set to receive a major boost with a veteran's return. Popular actor Akashdeep Saigal is gearing up for his television comeback with this Ekta Kapoor production, marking his return to the small screen after a hiatus of nearly eight years.
A Power-Packed Return After a Long Hiatus
Akashdeep Saigal, who became a household name playing Ansh Gujral in the iconic soap 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi', has been absent from television since 2017. His last appearance was in the show 'Sher-E-Punjab: Maharaja Ranjit Singh'. The actor had stepped away citing his mother's health issues and also opened up about his personal battle with depression during this period.
Reports strongly suggest that his entry in Naagin 7 will introduce a significant twist in the ongoing narrative. While the exact details of his character are being kept tightly under wraps, there is considerable excitement among audiences who are eager to see him potentially in a negative role. Saigal has a history of successfully portraying antagonistic characters in the past.
From Tulsi's Son to Bigg Boss Controversy
Akashdeep Saigal's career has seen notable highs and controversies. After his breakthrough in 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi', he entered the reality TV sphere as a wildcard contestant in Bigg Boss season 5. His time in the controversial house was marked by a short temper and frequent clashes with co-contestants like Siddharth Bhardwaj.
His most infamous moment came from a heated exchange with guest Sanjay Dutt, which led to host Salman Khan reprimanding him severely during a 'Weekend Ka Vaar' episode. Saigal later alleged that this fallout with Salman Khan had a detrimental impact on his career prospects in the industry.
What This Means for Naagin 7
The arrival of a seasoned actor like Akashdeep Saigal signals a strategic move by the makers to inject fresh drama and complexity into the fantasy series. Naagin 7, which premiered last week starring Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Namik Paul, Eisha Singh, and Alice Kaushik, has already captured audience attention. Saigal's integration into the plot is expected to elevate the conflict and create new dynamics among the existing characters.
This casting news has generated significant buzz, combining the excitement for the new season with nostalgia for a beloved actor's return. Fans of both the actor and the long-running 'Naagin' franchise are now waiting with bated breath to see what kind of powerful, possibly negative, role he will embody and how it will shake the very foundation of the show's storyline.
