The web series ‘Shabdon: Rituals and Traditions’ has struck a chord, thanks to standout performances, especially from Mihir Ahuja as the conflicted teen Ghuppi Singh. This poignant tale delves into a family’s musical heritage clashing with a son’s football fervor, all wrapped in themes of duty and desire.
Mihir recently gushed over Suwinder Vicky, his on-screen father. ‘He’s nothing like the serious patriarch he portrays—real life Suwinder is all laughs and warmth,’ Mihir enthused. That positivity was a lifeline during exhaustive overnight filming sessions. ‘Great energy on set makes tough schedules bearable and turns colleagues into family,’ he explained.
Challenges abounded in rugged outdoor shoots, from missing comforts to the mental toll of heavy scenes. Music proved Mihir’s savior, steadying his nerves. Remarkably, when sickness hit the crew via a virus, their high spirits never wavered, proving resilience in action.
Streaming on ZEE5 from February 6, the series features Suwinder Vicky in the lead, Mihir as Ghuppi, with Maha Raj and Tarnjeet Kaur rounding out the family. Through six gripping episodes, it sensitively navigates tradition’s weight on modern dreams, offering a mirror to many Indian families’ internal battles.