Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hain actor Saanand Verma, who is popularly known for his role as Saxena, recently addressed the ongoing comparisons between Shubhangi Atre and Shilpa Shinde for their portrayal of Angoori Bhabhi. Shilpa Shinde, the original Angoori Bhabhi, returned to the show in December last year, replacing Shubhangi Atre, who played the role for 10 years.In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Saanand statedd that viewers usually connect with and love the characters and not the actors playing them. On being asked about the comparisons between Shilpa Shinde and Shubhangi Atre as Angoori, the actor shared, “In films, people go to watch actors, but in serials, they watch characters.”

He further added, “That is why Angoori has been loved regardless of who played her.”He also talked about Shilpa Shinde’s return to the show after 10 years, “Shilpa Shinde did a wonderful job, and Shubhangi Atre carried the character beautifully for many years. Shilpa’s return has only increased excitement. Comparing artists is pointless. Every performer brings something unique, and the audience appreciates sincerity,” he said.In an earlier interview with IANS, actress Vidisha Srivastava, who plays the character of Anita Bhabhi, had also shared her views and spoke about the difference in working with Shubhangi and Shilpa. She shared that while working with Shubhangi, they both enjoyed good chemistry.Vidisha revealed, “I started working with Shubhangi Atre. I was also very new to the show myself. I have had a good chemistry with her as well. I have worked with her for 4 years.”Talking about her experience of working with Shilpa, Vidisha said that she is a warm person and very comfortable to work with.She said, “I had seen and heard about Shilpa ji’s chemistry with her colleagues. When I started working with her, I came to believe that working with her is actually really comfortable. She is a nice lady. I am praising her on her face that I am enjoying working with her.”Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hain stars Aasif Sheikh, Shilpa Shinde, Rohitashav Gaur and Vidisha Srivastava in lead roles.