Guddi Maruti Returns to Television with “Udne Ki Aasha” After Long Hiatus
Mumbai, India — October 24, 2025: Veteran actress Guddi Maruti, best known for her impeccable comic timing in 1990s Bollywood blockbusters, is set to make a long-awaited return to television with the show “Udne Ki Aasha.”
In an interview with IANS, Guddi expressed her excitement about taking on a role that allows her to explore new dimensions as an actor. “I’m excited to be a part of Udne Ki Aasha because my role is very interesting. It has many shades — a little comedy and a little grey — which makes it fascinating to perform,” she shared.
The Dulhe Raja actress revealed that her character’s entry will bring major twists to the life of Sailee, the show’s protagonist played by Neha Harsora. “My role has many layers, and I’m going to make Sailee’s life quite miserable,” she laughed. “The show is already doing very well — touch wood — and I’ll try my best to add my bit to it. Of course, it all depends on the writing and creative direction, but I hope a bit of comedy gets added to my grey shade. That would make it even more fun.”
Guddi emphasized that her character is a departure from the bubbly, comic personas she portrayed in films. “This isn’t a typical ’90s comic role. It’s very different — she’s ambitious, tough, not exactly mean but a strong woman with shades of grey. I hope the audience accepts me as this slightly kameeni types character,” she said.
Reflecting on the evolving opportunities television offers today, Guddi highlighted how the medium has become more inclusive and experimental. “Television has really given a new scope to actors like me. Earlier, I was mostly doing comedy and got typecast as the ‘fat funny girl’. But now, TV is letting me explore roles that are layered — even negative roles with a hint of humor — and that’s very exciting,” she explained.
Guddi Maruti, fondly remembered for her comic brilliance in classics like Dulhe Raja, Biwi No.1, Shola Aur Shabnam, and Chhote Sarkar, believes Udne Ki Aasha will allow her to reconnect with audiences in a new avatar.
Final Thoughts from TheTrendingPeople.com:
Guddi Maruti’s return marks an exciting chapter in Indian television, blending nostalgia with reinvention. Her decision to embrace a layered and complex role showcases her versatility and adaptability in an ever-evolving entertainment landscape.
