Veteran actors Supriya Pathak and Manoj Pahwa are known to add their distinct flavour to anything they are part of. Their upcoming show Home Shanti on Disney+ Hotstar is feel-good drama that will connect with the audience. But if you are wondering why the two actors agreed to be a part of the series, then here’s the answer.
Supriya Pathak feels that the series is an interesting slice of life kind of a show and it was an instant yes for her when she heard the script. The actor felt that she could do justice to the character and bring a new side to her. She also revealed that the entire cast had a lot of fun on the sets.
While agreeing with what Pathak said, Manoj Pahwa says that it was a no-brainer to be a part of the series, The actor loved the script. “The scenario of web series right now is mostly focussed around crime, underworld, mafia with abusive language. After reading the script of Home Shanti, I was relieved. This was one web series that was family-oriented and homely which can be enjoyed with the entire family. It was a well-written script, with a touch of comedy and emotions around the aspirations of a middle-class family. It instantly hit a chord, making me feel that I can be a part of this rather than doing something which is already being pursued in a larger number,” he said.
Home Shanti revolves around the chaotic lives of a comic Hindi newspaper columnist, Umesh Joshi, his stoic retired government school vice-principal wife, Sarla Joshi, and their children, Jigyasa Joshi and Naman Joshi.
Written by Akshay Asthana, Aakanksha Dua, Nidhi Bisht, Mayank Pandey, Nikhil Sachan, and Saurabh Khanna, Home Shanti explores the journey of a middle-class family from Dehradun and talks about their equation with each other. and how it strengthens when faced with adversity.
Produced by Posham Pa Pictures, Home Shanti will be released on Disney+ Hotstar on May 6.