Want to do projects where there is scope for growth as an artiste: Saumya Tandon on quitting 'Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain'

By Rashita Sahni

on August 20, 2020

Reports of Saumya Tandon's exit from popular TV show Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hain have been doing the rounds for some time now. Now, the actress herself has confirmed her exit from the show and said she wants to do 'projects where there is scope for growth as an artiste'. “Yes, I have decided to not renew my contract further. Tomorrow (August 21) is my last day of shoot. Finally, people can stop speculating whether I will continue on the show or not." she said.

When asked what made her quit the show, she said, “Well, you can say that it’s an impractical decision to quit a stable job, that too, in an established show. But, I realised that being employed and earning a regular income was not exciting enough any more. I want to do projects where there is scope for growth as an artiste. Having said that, it does not mean that 'Bhabi Ji...' did not contribute to my growth, I had a beautiful journey on the show. However, I have played this character for five years now, and I don’t see myself doing it for another five years,”she replied.

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There has been buzz for some time now that Saumya is planning to quit the show due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent pay cut. However, she refuted the rumours, saying, “Not continuing with 'Bhabi Ji...' was not an impulsive decision. Yes, it is true that I was anxious after my hairdresser tested positive for coronavirus, and I did not want to put my elderly mother and one-and-a-half-year-old son at risk. But, I have completed my notice period. My producers (Sanjay and Binaifer Kohli) were very co-operative and I have a great rapport with them. They have been great producers and respect them a lot. As far as pay cut is concerned, in these times, people have to accept that the economy has been hit. I am not leaving the show because of monetary reasons,” she shared.

About her future plans, she said, “I want to be part of well-written stories. People are writing good scripts on other platforms; even Bollywood is experimenting with good content. I will miss the entire team of 'Bhabi Ji...', but I have to push myself out of my comfort zone and take new risks in life.”