GOWRI MANICKAVASAGAM
AHMEDABAD, NOV 28
Girl child is an asset like Goddess Laxmi and not a liability. We have to eschew the habit of abandoning girl children and also killing them in the womb before they are born. Children are god’s gift to parents and not to discriminate them on the basis of their gender, says Amar Upadhyay, lead actor of the popular social drama ‘Doree’ on Colors TV.
- Father-daughter duo, Amar Upadhyay and Mahi Bhanushali from COLORS’ latest social drama ‘Doree’ spread their charm in Ahmedabad
- It supports the ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ initiative to bring societal change
- Colors TV promotes the 24-hour emergency toll free Childline India helpline number (1098) for those seeking assistance for any abandoned girl child across the nation
- Just as a nation’s progress is defined by how it treats its women and children, similarly entertainment’s impact is defined by how it can change mindsets: Smriti Irani, Minister of Women and Child Development and Minority Affairs
As part of its CSR initiative, Colors TV has joined hands with the Ministry of Women and Child Development’s ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ initiative, conceived by visionary Prime Minister Narendra Modi. With an aim to bring societal change and address the gender bias against girl child, the TV soap aims to raise awareness about the social evil of girl child abandonment. Colors TV promotes the 24-hour emergency toll free Childline India helpline number (1098) for those seeking assistance for any abandoned girl child across the nation.
Father-daughter duo spread their charm in Ahmedabad
COLORS’ recently launched show ‘Doree’ has shed light on girl-child abandonment by tracing the tale of Ganga Prasad’s foster daughter Doree, who challenges patriarchal norms. Set in Varanasi, the thought-provoking drama revolves around the six-year-old resilient girl standing up against the regressive mindset of Kailashi Devi Thakur, a matriarch who owns the biggest handloom empire in Varanasi and holds stern control over the Thakur household. Starring Sudhaa Chandran as Kailashi Devi Thakur, Amar Upadhyay as Ganga Prasad, and Mahi Bhanushali as Doree, the story is garnering love for showcasing the heartfelt bond of a doting father and resilient daughter and sparking a conversation about ‘chhotisoch’ against girl child.
In its current storyline, Doree’s biological mother, Mansi is certain that her abandoned daughter is alive. On the other hand, Doree has woven big dream for her foster father Ganga Prasad of becoming a talented weaver of Bunkar community and get credit for his unique saree design against Kailashi Devi’s wishes. While Ganga wants the best of everything for Doree, she wants her father’s skill as a weaver to be recognised. Against the cunning intentions of Kailashi Devi, will Doree’s resilience earn her father the much-deserved appreciation? Watch this endearing duo of father and daughter on ‘Doree’ airing daily at 9:00 pm only on COLORS.
Sharing his thoughts on promoting the show in Ahmedabad, Amar Upadhyay says, “Ahmedabad is my birthplace, and visiting it for ‘Doree,’ a show that is really close to my heart feels incredible. I want to thank the people of this beautiful city for welcoming the entire team of ‘Doree’ with great warmth. Going beyond just entertainment, the show not only addresses girl child abandonment but also depicts a beautiful father- daughter bond. I’m grateful to essay the role of a doting father who is committed to ensuring a good life for his daughter. I can’t thank the audience enough for embracing me as Ganga Prasad and I hope that they keep showering their love to our show.”
Replying to a query on the prevalence of female foeticide in Gujarat which has led to a severe shortage of brides for youth in their prime age, Amar Upadhyah says, “Our show ‘Doree’ is an eye-opener. Through this social drama, an edutainment serial, we are trying to send a strong and good message to the society to not discriminate children on gender basis. We are paying the heavy price for the misdeeds of some matriarchal society. This show will be a gamechanger.”
Talking about her visit to Ahmedabad, Mahi Bhanushali says, “This is my first visit to Ahmedabad. I’m having a lot of fun exploring all the amazing things here and meeting new people while talking about Doree. I want to thank everyone here for appreciating my performance as Doree, a protective daughter who can go to any extent for her father.”
Commenting on this show, Smriti Irani, Minister of Women and Child Development and Minority Affairs, had said, “Just as a nation’s progress is defined by how it treats its women and children, similarly entertainment’s impact is defined by how it can change mindsets.”
Watch ‘Doree’ every Monday to Sunday at 9:00 pm only on COLORS.
