Jhanak is one of the most popular shows on the television screens which star Hiba Nawab and Krushal Ahuja in the lead roles. As per reports, the show is all set to undergo a major change in its storyline and plot. The team is putting in every possible effort to make their show successful post-leap. As per reports by India Forums, the show is expected to take a 20-year leap and makers will bring a new twist in the plot with significant changes in the cast.
As the leap is approaching, the current lead actors including Hiba Nawab, Krushal Ahuja, and Chandni Sharma are all set to exit the show. As per reports, the reason for the actors quitting the show is linked to the storyline as post leap the plot will require the characters to age considerably. According to sources, the actors are not comfortable playing older versions of their characters and have decided to quit the show.
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Hiba Nawab, who plays the role of Jhanak Raina in the show confirmed the news of her exit to the portal and said, "Jhanak is taking the leap. I am not part of the leap." Well her statement confirms her quitting and fans are upset with the news.
The makers of Jhanak had earlier also planned a jump in their storyline and had plans of replacing the lead actors. But, they had postponed the idea due to the Indian Premier League (IPL) season. They thought the timing was not ideal to bring new twists and turns in their show as audience engagement could be affected during IPL. Hiba and Krushal were retained for the time being and the leap was postponed.
The show has been witnessing a major decline in the ratings. As per reported by the entertainment news India Forums, actress Shiny Doshi had received a call from the makers to be a part of Jhanak. A source said, "Jhanak has been heading for a leap and Shiny has been approached to be the new titular face." But the actress rejected being part of the show post leap and said, "I am not taking it up and I have refused because I do not want to be a part of a show which is heading for a leap and then a new story is launched. I rather wait for something fresh to come my way."
Hiba spoke to Etimes and revealed that the show is going to take a leap of 20 years and she was sad that she will be exiting the show. She said that she would not look as convincing as a 45-year-old woman.
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