#BestOf2018: Shows That Followed The Trend of LEAPS!

2018 has been a very lucky year for the TV shows as they witnessed success with every episodes. With the number of shows taking leaps, it was more like a trend that every second show followed! Here are the shows that took leaps and came back with power packed energy, a different story-line and strong characters! 

Take a look.

• Ishqbaaz- Generation Leap

  Ishqbaaz, airing on Star Plus has the most alluring story-line, charming the audience since the start. Initially, the story of the show revolved around three brothers and later it focused on Shivaay(Nakuul Mehta) and Annika(Surbhi Chandna). The makers of the show decided to take a leap and hence they came up with a whole new story line. They showed a GENERATION LEAP and started off with focus on new characters Shivaansh Singh Oberoi, Shivaay and Annika's son (played by Nakuul only) and Aditi Vijay Deshmukh (Manjari Pupala).

• Kumkum Bhagya- 7 Year Leap

  Zee TV's most popular show Kumkum Bhagya, has been on the top charts since its launch. The show has a very unique story line showing two sisters, Pragya and Bulbul having big dreams and aspirations. Later the plot focused on the love story of Pragya (Sriti Jha) and Abhishek (Shabbir Ahluwalia). The show then took a 7 YEAR LEAP, with the same characters yet a different story-line, where Pragya and Abhishek are separated and have moved on from each other. 

• Ishq Mein Marjaawan- 2 Year Leap Followed by a 3 Month Mini-Leap.

  Ishq Mein Marjaawan, which airs on Colors, has been one of the most watched shows since its release. The show has been loved by the audience for its very fascinating story line. The story features look-alike girls Aarohi and Tara, who fall in love with same guy, Deep. Talented actors such as Arjun Bijlani, Nia Sharma and Alisha Panwar are part of this show. Ishq Mein Marjaawan showed a leap for 2 YEARS in January, where the character's life was changed and a new story began with full revenge. Later, the show had a 3 MONTH leap, in which the biggest twist took place.

• Qayamat Ki Raat- 25 Year Leap

  The Indian supernatural drama, Qayamat Ki Raat, airing on Star Plus is one of the popular shows among the audience. Actors such as Karishma Tanna, Vivek Dahiya, Sumit Bhardwaj are  part of the show. It has a very spooky story line and the makers of the show did not hesitate to take a leap of 25 YEARS. After the leap the characters were the same but the story line was quite changed.

• Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka- 6 Year Leap

  Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka, airs on Colors TV and the plot line focuses on the concept of love triangles and extra marital affairs. It has some of the best actors, such as Shakti Arora, Drashti Dhami and Aditi Sharma. The story went with two best friends Mauli and Nandini and Kunal (Mauli's husband). Kunal and Nandini fall in love and have an extra marital affair. Then the show takes a leap of 6 YEARS, bringing in more twists and turns to the story.

• Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai-6 Month Leap

  Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, airing on Star Plus is one of the longest running show. The show has just been touching skies and is still on the top charming the audience with its fascinating story line. This show has taken quite a lot of leaps and always come up with new characters and the same, yet different story line. The show recently decided to take a 6 MONTHS LEAP and continued the story with the same characters, but with a twist in their lives. 

• Yeh Hai Mohabbatein- 8 Month Leap

  Audiences most favorite show Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, airs on Star Plus. The show stars Divyanka Tripathi, Karan Patel and Anita Hassanandani who have been successful to portray their characters and charm the audience. The story line has also helped to amass large number of audience. Ishita (Divyanka Tripathi) is everyones' favorite. The show has taken a number of leaps, as the story demanded and has taken one such leap of 8 MONTHS.

• Bepannah- 6 Month and then 1 Year Leap

  Colors TV show, Bepannah was a romantic mystery drama. The show was one of the most watched shows among the audience. It starred one of the top most actors Jennifer Winget and Harshad Chopra. The story revolved around two individuals Aditya and Zoya who got together because of their spouses' betrayal. The story had two leaps within the year itself. First leap was for 6 MONTHS, then the second leap happened for 1 YEAR. Both the times, the story brought up big twists and turns albeit with the same characters.

• Udaan- 7 Years and then later 1 Month Leap

  Colors TV show, Udaan has a very different plot line. Since the start, the makers of the show are continuing the story with a lot of leaps. The story is also very catchy starring Meera Deosthale, Vijendra Kumeria and many such talented actors. This year, the story had a leap for 7 YEARS and  later for 1 MONTH, with different plots, characters and twists and turns.

• Yeh Teri Galiyan- 5 Year Leap

  ZeeTV's romantic drama, Yeh Teri Galiyan has a very alluring story-line. The show stars Vrushika Mehta and Avinash Mishra. The makers decided to take a leap for 5 YEARS as the story demanded. The characters grew after the leap and so did the story. 

• Tenali Rama- 6 Year Leap

  Tenali Rama, airs on SAB TV and is an Indian historical drama based on the life story of legendary Telugu poet Tenali Ramakrishna played by none other than Krishna Bhardwaj. It is a very funny show, along with the pinch of epic scenes. The show had a leap of 6 YEARS, after which some characters were changed, while new entries took place. The show is a total entertainment and is still loved by the audience.

• Mariam Khan: Reporting Live- 10 Year Leap

• Mariam Khan: Reporting Live, airs on Star Plus. It stars talented actors Mahima Makwana and Param Singh. The show has brought up a very new concept and the audiences have really appreciated the show. The show demanded a leap of 10 YEARS as the main lead is all grown up and following her ambition despite all the problems in her life.

The trend of leaps has really brought a new eagerness in the audience. The makers are concentrating on bringing up new and good content instead of dragging the show. What do you feel?

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