Sonam Nair appreciates comparisons to 'Panchayat' series

Director Sonam Nair recently spoke about her experience in the film industry and her latest show, "Dupahiya." She made her film debut at 27 and describes that time as exciting and happy. Initially, she thought her career would be easy. However, she soon faced the ups and downs that come with the industry. Nair shared how the idea for "Dupahiya" was developed by a team before she was asked to direct it. She considers it a wonderful opportunity and expresses gratitude for the strong script. Since the show began streaming, she has received positive feedback, including compliments from renowned directors like David Dhawan and Sooraj Barjatya. She was especially touched by a message from a friend in the US. This friend shared that Nair's show brought joy and laughter to her elderly parents. Nair expressed her happiness that the series has resonated with viewers of all ages. When asked about comparisons between "Dupahiya" and the popular show "Panchayat," Nair felt flattered. She acknowledges that while they share an audience, the stories and characters are quite different. Nair also discussed her previous show, "Masaba Masaba." She explained that the concept was created by producer Ashvini Yardi, who wanted the lead characters to play versions of themselves. Nair enjoyed balancing real events with fiction, making it an exciting project filled with strong women.