Rising star Mihir Ahuja is earning rave reviews for his nuanced performance in the family saga ‘Shabdon: Rituals and Traditions.’ As Ghuppi, a stuttering football enthusiast trapped between his passions and his singer father’s legacy, Mihir brings raw emotion to the screen.
Speaking candidly, Mihir revealed a stark contrast in his co-star Suwinder Vicky. ‘The role makes him seem stern, but off-camera, he’s hilarious and full of life,’ he laughed. Vicky’s jovial nature fueled late-night shoots, creating a set where exhaustion felt secondary to camaraderie. ‘When your team is passionate and fun, no obstacle feels too big,’ Mihir noted.
The production faced real tests: remote locations meant sparse facilities and emotional drains during intense scenes. ‘Keeping calm amid chaos was tough, but jamming to music pulled me through,’ Mihir confessed. A sudden illness outbreak tested their spirits further, yet positivity prevailed, underscoring the cast’s unbreakable bond.
Directed with sensitivity, the ZEE5 series explores a family’s grip on rituals versus a young boy’s quest for identity. Suwinder Vicky commands as the authoritative father, Mihir as defiant Ghuppi, supported by Maha Raj and Tarnjeet Kaur. Available since early February, ‘Shabdon’ resonates deeply, celebrating music’s enduring pull while championing youthful rebellion against outdated norms.