One of the longest-running TV comedy dailies, Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai! is set to be made into a feature film.

Actor Rohitashv Gour (who portrays Manmohan Tiwari) confirms the news, saying, “Ji, wakayi yeh sach hai! We are super excited, as actors we all dream to see ourselves back on the silver screen and it’s happening. It’s like a dream come true.”

“It’s because of our fans’ love that we are getting to be part of such a huge leap. I joined the show much later but today it’s my family,” says actor Vidisha Srivastava (who portrays Anita Mishra) adding, “The essence of the show will remain, and we promise bahut saara dhamaal for the audience.”

A source from the production unit shares that the star cast will include Rohitashv and Vidisha, Aasif Sheikh (who plays Vibhuti Narayan Mishra), and Shubhangi Atre (Angoori Tiwari) alongside other characters who have been part of the show’s success. The film, which will be directed by Shashank Bali, will be released this year. Shooting will commence from March 15 in Dehradun (Uttarakhand) in a start-to-finish schedule.

The show has been running for 10 years in the prime-time slot, having aired over 2,500 episodes.

Nehha Pendse will no longer play Anita bhabhi in Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai! The makers have roped in a new face to portray the part. Vidisha Srivastava, who is currently seen as Shivubai in Kashibai Bajirao Ballal, has been finalised for the character.

The actress says, “It’s a great opportunity and a big challenge at the same time. I strongly feel that I am fit for the part in terms of looks and performance. Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai! is definitely a turning point in my career and can be termed as my biggest break so far.”

While she has watched a few episodes that had the other actresses playing the part, Vidisha wants to make the character her own. She shares, “It’s a massive responsibility on my shoulders to take over from my predecessor, but I will play Anita bhabhi my way. Though this is my debut in the comedy genre, I am jumping into it without any pressure. I am excited about this new opportunity. I hope people accept me as the new Anita bhabhi.”

When the show began in 2015, Saumya Tandon was signed to play the part. Nehha replaced her in January 2021. Vidisha is the third actress to play Anita bhabhi.