Dhurv Tara Postponed: Sony SAB’s ‘Dhurv Tara – Samay Sadi Se Pare’ has been stalled by channel due to a tussle between broadcasters and cable operators over a looming price hike (NTO 3.0) for TV channel packages.
A first of its kind, the show traces the lives of Dhruv (played by Ishaan Dhawan) and Tara (played by Riya Sharma), who belong to two different eras which are 400 years apart.
Featuring a unique love story, ‘Dhruv Tara’ promises to be distinct and entertaining for the viewers. Tara, a princess from the 17th century, defies the law of time and travels to the present day to find a cure for her brother, whose well-being is crucial for the future of her kingdom – Vallabhgad. Once she arrives in 2023, she meets Dhruv, a neurosurgeon by profession in the 21st century, and their love story unfolds.
Featuring an ensemble cast of Ishaan, Riya, Narayani Shastri, Yash Tonk, and Krishna Bharadwaj among others, Dhruv Tara is touted to be an enticing show that will capture viewers’ hearts with Dhruv and Tara’s budding romance which seems impossible at first given their distinct worlds and perspectives. Also Read: Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’s New Tapu Nitish Bhulani On Comparisons With Raj Anadkat: “I Will Try My Best To …”
At the onset the show unveils 17th century Princess Tarapriya (Riya) who is a secret Vaidya, her brother Prince Mahaveer (Krishna Bharadwaj) and their father, King Udaybhaan (Yash Tonk). Meanwhile, in the present day, Dhruv (played by Ishaan Dhawan) is seen in Agra near the Taj Mahal when an unidentified dupatta from the 17th century lands on him.
The week also showcases how Tara’s mother Rani Kanupriya (played by Narayani Shashtri) advises Tara to travel into the 21st century to find a cure for her brother’s illness. Crossing the boundaries of time, to save her brother and the kingdom that lies on his fate, Tara takes a leap in time, but will she be able successful in this quest? Also Read: “We Will Figure It Out” Ankit Gupta On His Relatiosnhip With Priyanka Choudhary
SAB Tv show Dhurv Tara Postponed
‘Dhruv Tara – Samay Sadi Se Pare’ which was set to premiere on February 20 on Sony SAB, has now been postponed. Cable operators have rejected the price increase, which was due to be implemented on 1st March. In return, broadcasters have pulled their services from platforms that will not be complying with the new rates.
Under new amendments to the tariff order, NTO 3.0, broadcasters were allowed by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) to hike the price of channels that are part of a bouquet to ₹19 from ₹12 earlier.
On Sunday, the Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation, an apex body of television broadcasters, said All India Digital Cable Federation(AIDCF) is not only in defiance of the law but is also holding less than 25 million subscribers hostage, solely for its own commercial reasons and circulating misleading information as it refuses to implement price hikes.
Ishaan Dhawan And Riya Sharma In Dhruv Tara
Ishaan, commented on his experience, “Dhruv is a sincere, down-to-earth guy whom I identify with on a personal level. He never could have imagined falling in love with a princess from a completely different era. I believe the show has an extremely unique plot as although Dhruv and Tara’s worlds differ completely they end up being attracted to each other. I hope the viewers will enjoy watching the show as much as we have enjoyed bringing it to life.”
Riya, says about her experience, “Dhruv Tara is a timeless love story that challenges the boundaries of time and showcases how love can conquer all obstacles. Being a part of this show was an incredible experience, and playing the character of Tara was like embarking on a journey through history. It was a joy to bring to life a character from a different era and to portray the various emotions and challenges that she faces as she navigates through a new world.”
