Simar’s adventures as a makkhi and other stuff from TV this week

Thanks to Simar and her other lovely friends, we have something to point and laugh at again. So how about we begin our ride through the muck?

Updated on: May 22, 2016, 17:03:44 IST

Hindustan Times | By Soumya Srivastava, New Delhi

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Hey, hey, hey world! How was your last week? It was pretty awesomesauce in the the world of Hindi television, apparently because our very own Simar broke the Internet. But how we wish it was for something positive!

The Lannisters send their regards. (Zee TV)

Our fellow countrymen may have been shocked at how Colors turned their favourite bahu into a makkhi for TRPs, but they were merely catching a glimpse of what fresh hell gets cooked on desi TV week after week. Loyal readers of this column will know what I am talking about.

Read: This week’s fresh produce of all things weird on Indian TV

Read: Dead hubbies talking through flowers and more stuff seen on TV this week

Anyway, thanks to Simar and her other lovely friends, we have something to point and laugh at again. So how about we begin our ride through the muck?

1. That’s a pretty large makkhi to not be scared of, Mataji

God know what is the appropriate size of makkhis in the Bharadwaj household, but Simar got turned into a rather large one. Look at Mataji nonchalantly swishing it away. Dayummm!!? Was Simar feeding on nuclear waste or something?

(Sasural Simar Ka, Colors)

BTW. Simar is still...ALIVE? And breaking tea cups out of shock? Double role? Whatever, here is some more ‘inspiration’ from The Shining’s ‘REDRUM’.

2. Naagins have their own ‘I have a headache tonight’ excuse for horny hubbies

(Naagin, Colors)

Seems legit.

3. 11th Commandment: Thou must not help other women drape sarees

(Kaala Teeka, Zee TV)

Or thou shalt be subjected to the wrath of thy wife.

4. Red Weddings are catching up

(Yeh Vaada Raha, Zee TV)

Look how crazy she is! Wearing a bodycon dress at a wedding...who does that?

5. Check out this journalist who is right on track for a Pulitzer next year

(Yeh Vaada Raha, Zee TV)

The author cries herself to sleep every night at @soumya1405

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Soumya Srivastava
Soumya Srivastava is the Entertainment and Lifestyle Editor at Hindustan Times, bringing over a decade of experience covering movies, celebrities, pop culture, and everything that feels current and compelling. With a sharp editorial lens and an instinct for what resonates, she writes stories that balance insight with accessibility — whether she’s reporting from a red carpet, reviewing a buzzy new release, or unpacking the craft behind cinema. An unabashed Swiftie and a devoted admirer of Christopher Nolan’s filmmaking, Soumya blends heart and analysis in equal measure. She holds a degree in English Literature from Janki Devi Memorial College, Delhi University, and is an alumna of IIMC Dhenkanal (2013). As a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Film Critic, her reviews reflect credibility, cultural awareness, and a nuanced understanding of storytelling across genres and formats. She has interviewed celebrities like Celine Song, Zoya Akhtar, Kajol, Shabana Azmi, Pankaj Tripathi and more. She has also reviwes hundreds of movies and written thousands of stories, made videos, special columns and more. While films remain her first love, Soumya’s interests extend deeply into lifestyle and design. She is particularly drawn to décor, thoughtfully designed spaces, and the subtle ways aesthetics influence everyday living. From celebrity homes and interior trends to broader lifestyle movements, she enjoys exploring how personal taste intersects with identity and modern culture. Her voice is informed yet relatable, analytical yet warm — making her work engaging for a wide and diverse readership. Through her writing, Soumya continues to shape conversations around entertainment, lifestyle, and contemporary culture.Read More

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