Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, who plays Ananta in COLORS’ supernatural show ‘Naagin’, shares, “I’ve grown up in a family with four sisters, so strength was an obvious way of leading one’s life. We were raised to believe that being independent isn’t optional; it’s necessary. My father always told us, ‘If you don’t step out into the world, how will you learn?’ Over the years, I’ve observed that a lot of limitations placed on women don’t come from ability; they come from conditioning. I feel blessed to have the opportunity to showcase what power looks like in a fantasy world, embodying the serpent queen Ananta in Naagin. We often speak about divine feminine energy in our culture, about Shakti alongside Mahadev, and I think that symbolism exists for a reason. Strength and grace can coexist. I wish more women recognise their superpowers – it could be any talent, skill or innate quality. Happy Women’s Day to every woman embracing her fierce and gentle sides alike.”
Manasi Salvi, who plays the role of Bhanu on COLORS’ ‘Mahadev & Sons’, shares, “I like that Women’s Day makes people stop and really think about what women deal with every day. But that pause shouldn’t last just one day, it should change how we think all year. What excites me most today is how strongly women are showing up for each other. There’s a quiet power in that sisterhood, in setting boundaries, saying no and not apologising for it. Bhanu is exactly that kind of woman. She stands by what she believes in, even when it gets messy, and at the core of it all is her deep, complicated love for her sister. It’s interesting that while the show is called Mahadev & Sons, it’s the women who truly drive the story and shape their own power. This Women’s Day, I hope more women trust their voice, take up space and stop second-guessing themselves.
Kashmera Shah from COLORS’ ‘Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment’, shares, “For me, Women’s Day is less about grand statements and more about acknowledging the everyday strength women carry. Now being a mother of two, I’ve realised how important it is to lead by example. My children are always watching, how I speak, how I handle pressure, how I stand up for myself. I want them to grow up respecting strong women, not being intimidated by them. I want them to understand that confidence in a woman is normal. I’ve never believed in shrinking myself to make situations comfortable. If I have an opinion, I’ll say it. If I disagree, I’ll express it. I think women spend too many years being told to adjust, to be softer, to not be ‘too much’. I’d rather my kids see a woman who is honest, hardworking, and secure in who she is. On Laughter Chefs, I don’t play a version of myself, I just show up as I am – honest, expressive, sometimes loud and sometimes emotional. That’s real. And I think the biggest gift we can give ourselves as women is that authenticity. I’d say to every woman, don’t edit yourself for others’ comfort. The right people will stay. Happy Women’s Day to every woman who is figuring it out in her own way. You’re doing just fine.”
Aishwarya Khare, who essays the title role on COLORS’ ‘Dr. Aarambhi’, shares, “This Women’s Day, I want to give a heartfelt shout-out to the homemakers of India – women who run households with queen energy. So many of them have poured their love into Dr. Aarambhi, and I’m very grateful to have made that kind of impact through this show. It’s incredibly moving to see women recognise the self-erasure portrayed in the story and to witness millions of viewers rooting for Aarambhi’s rise. Nothing would make me happier than knowing women and young girls are finding inspiration in Aarambhi’s journey – her courage to reclaim her identity and chase her long-held dream of becoming a doctor. This Women’s Day, I want every woman to remember this: there is no expiry date on your aspirations. If something still calls out to you, it’s worth listening to. Begin again, if you have to. There is immense power in choosing yourself. I wish all the incredible women a year ahead that is hopeful, fulfilling, and empowering.”
Deepika Singh, who plays Mangal in COLORS’ ‘Mangal Lakshmi’, shares, “On this Women’s Day, I want to thank those who recognise that women deserve to be heard without being dismissed as emotional or dramatic. I truly believe a woman should not need anyone’s approval to live her own life or limit her dreams because of society’s expectations. A woman is not weak, dependent or secondary, she is strong, capable and full of potential. Women empowerment means having the freedom to think, choose, decide and achieve without fear or permission. Today, women are serving in defence forces, driving buses and trains, saving lives as doctors, shaping young minds as teachers, flying as pilots, and leading as scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs. Talent has no gender, and equality does not mean sameness, it means equal respect and equal opportunities. The foundation of true empowerment is education, because when a woman understands her rights and her worth, she not only changes her own life but also transforms her family and future generations. Women empowerment is not a fight against men, it is a stand against discrimination. As a mother and while playing Mangal in Mangal Lakshmi, I see how naturally women put everyone else first, and I hope we also remember to value ourselves beyond the roles we carry. When women rise, families and nations grow stronger. Empower a woman, and you empower the world. Happy Women’s Day.”
Rishita Kothari, who essays Seher in COLORS’ ‘Seher Hone Ko Hai’, shares, “When I think of Women’s Day, I think of freedom not just the freedom to step outside, but the freedom to think, question and choose. I think of the many young women I have met who are intelligent, capable and full of dreams, yet constantly negotiating with tradition and expectation. Strength does not always look like rebellion, sometimes it is the quiet determination to be heard. Through my journey with Seher Hone Ko Hai, I have reflected on how powerful education truly is. It does more than shape a career, it shapes identity. An educated woman carries clarity in her decisions and confidence in her voice, and she begins to see herself differently. I believe families play the most important role in this transformation. A single word of encouragement can change the direction of a girl’s life. I have seen mothers stand strong in difficult circumstances so their children can have a better future, and that strength changes generations. This Women’s Day, I hope we create homes where daughters are encouraged to ask questions, pursue their education and make their own choices without guilt. When a girl feels supported instead of restricted, she blossoms into her most powerful self. May every woman always have the courage to speak up, the opportunity to learn and the support to grow into whoever she chooses to become.”
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