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SHOCKING CASTING Hiba Nawab Out and Anchal Sahu and Krushal Ahuja in for the Newest Star Plus Masterpiece (Latest Update)

Submitted By: Sneha On January 16, 2026 11:01 AM IST

Why the Makers of Jhanak are Changing Their Lead Actress Already

Get ready because this upcoming Star Plus show is already stirring up a storm before its first episode has even aired.

The drama is breaking boundaries and the behind the scenes changes are leaving everyone in the industry absolutely speechless.

The television world is currently buzzing with news about the masterminds behind the massive hit show Jhanak.

They are preparing to launch a brand new series that originally promised to bring back a pair that everyone loves.

For a long time the reports suggested that Hiba Nawab and Krushal Ahuja would be the faces of this new project.

This news sent the internet into a total frenzy as fans were incredibly eager to see their favorite stars sharing the screen once again. It felt like the perfect way to start the new year with a bang.

However things have taken a very sharp and unexpected turn in the last few days. Have the makers decided to go in a completely different direction for their lead characters.

It appears that Hiba Nawab is no longer part of this upcoming venture. This sudden exit has left many followers wondering why such a popular choice was dropped at the last minute.

The excitement that once surrounded the Hiba and Krushal reunion has now turned into a massive wave of curiosity about the future of the show and its narrative.

A Fresh Face Joins the Cast

In a move that almost nobody saw coming the lead role has now been offered to the talented Anchal Sahu.

You likely know her for her impressive work in the popular show Parineetii where she won hearts with her emotional performance.

Now she is set to take on a whole new challenge opposite the handsome Krushal Ahuja.

This fresh pairing is currently the talk of the town as everyone is trying to imagine what their on screen dynamic will be like. Will Anchal Sahu be able to recreate the magic that the makers are known for in their previous hits.

The show is currently in the middle of intense pre-production and more casting details are expected to trickle out very soon.

The makers are clearly trying to replicate the success they found with Jhanak which continues to perform well in the television ratings even in the late night slots.

Bringing in Anchal Sahu instead of Hiba Nawab is a massive shift and it signals that the story might be tailored to suit this new and vibrant duo.

A major plot twist is developing behind the scenes in the production office and this casting swap is merely the tip of the iceberg for what is to come.

Fans are already debating on social media whether this new pair will have the same spark that everyone was looking forward to.

The production team is working day and night to ensure that this show hits the ground running when it launches in the coming months.

Everyone is waiting for the first look or a teaser to see how this transition looks on camera.

This is one of the most anticipated projects of the season and the stakes have never been higher for the channel and the creators. Keep reading Serial Gossip.

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