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B.K.Modi's dream project Buddha-The enlightened, aired on Zee TV has over the time caught everyone's attention.

For the uninitiated, Buddha, a vision of producer-B.K. Modi almost took years to go on floors and now it seems like their long wait has paid off. Sources says that the show has been appreciated globally and has received admiration letters from almost 25 Global Buddhist organizations.

Buddha is a global subject: B.K.Modi

Now that the show has been highly praised globally, fame always comes with a price tag. The show has faced some issues for hurting sentiments of people residing in Nepal.

The makers are though trying their best to narrate the story in a way that doesn't hurt anybody's sentiments. Sources say that there was some problem faced in Nepal by the makers for hurting sentiments concerning Dr. Ambedkar.

However, the producers are taking caution to avoid such circumstances by following various books on Dr. Ambedkar.

Jaipur boy Himanshu Soni to play Buddha

Stating on the same, creative-producer Ridhwana said, "There were problems that we faced but we always try to give and narrate the real story without hurting anyone's sentiments."

"On the other hand, we have recently received appreciation letters from 25 Global Buddhist organizations for making such a beautiful project," adds Ridhwana.

Buddha is a 52 episodes series and is slotted to go off air by 31st August 2014.

It's time for some change for TV actress Sonia Singh. Wondering why we are saying so? Well, audiences have always seen Sonia in negative roles and she has now bagged a creative role on TV.

A little birdie whispered in our ears that TV actress Sonia Singh, who was last seen in Colors' Parichay and Sahara One's Jhilmil Sitaaron Ka Angan Hoga as a vamp, has now bagged Zee TV's Buddha-Rajao Ka Raja and the actress will portray the character of Amrapali- the renowned dancer on the show.

READ: Buddha faced issues in Nepal for hurting sentiments

"Sonia Singh has already started shooting for the show and her entry will be telecast soon in the upcoming episodes," adds our source.

When contacted, Sonia confirmed, "It's a pleasure to play something different after a long gap. I am looking forward for the role which was earlier played by Vaijanthimala in the movie 'Amrapali'."

TOI recently updated readers on a new entry in B.K.Modi's Buddha, aired on Zee TV. However, as per the latest information we have received, Sonia Singh who was roped in to play the character of Amrapali has backed out of the show. Why? Read on.

A source close to the sets informs, "Sonia Singh had already started the shoot for her role as Amrapali but unfortunately she got injured while rehearsing for a dance sequence. Hence, she won't be able to essay the character further. Luckily, her entry was not telecast."

READ: Sonia Singh to play Vaijanthimala (Amrapali) on TV

When contacted, Sonia Singh confirmed, "I got hurt while practicing for a classical dance sequence. I twisted my leg and tore a ligament. As it takes long time to heal, I had no option but to back out from the show."

All we can say is get well soon Sonia!

Young actor from Jaipur Himanshu Soni is playing the character of Gautam Buddha in BK Modi's show Buddha. The actor has earlier done shows like Parvarish, Ramayan, Crime Patrol, Adaalat and a lead in a show called Yeh Zindagi Hai Gulshan.

READ: I want to be remembered as Buddha says Himanshu

When asked about doing such a serious role at such a young age, he says, "I was a line producer and have also done a bit of ramp modelling. My father is a painter and has his own business in which my mother also helps. After finishing my education my father wanted to see me settling down with something stable. When I announced that I want to become an actor they were never against that. After coming to Mumbai I have done shows where I played my age and when I got this role I knew that this is not only a show on Lord Buddha but also a journey of King Siddharth to Buddha. It is very fascinating and the story between Yashodhara and Siddharth is untold. And this is also a dream which BK Modi sir has nurtured for near about 35 years. I am honoured to be a part of B.K. Modi's dream. I was never reluctant to take up this right from my audition to look test to going for Vipasana. I was confident about the outcome. My family is also very happy with me." Himanshu also feels this show will mark a very important chapter in his career. "I got to learn many new things through this role. But for me, I am learning the nine emotions through one character. I feel lucky and fortunate and I hope that the audience will love me and shower their fondness towards me and Buddha."

Actor Himanshu Soni aka King Siddharth (Buddha) from B. K Modi and Ridwana's showBuddha- Rajao Ke Raja feels he will always be loyal to his show and won't leave it at any cost.

Talking about his future as an actor, Himanshu says,"As a line producer to an aspirant actor to play a character like Buddha means a lot to me. Currently I am very focused and in my free time I am only concentrating on my performance."

"People do ask me about my future plans. Interestingly, I also get offers from films but I am loyal to the show because they have taught me to walk as an actor. I will never ever leave the show," adds Himashu.

Himanshu recently completed a meditation course called Vipasana, where he had left everything for almost for 10 days. "Right from the beginning of the project Ridhwana mam and Modi Sirguided me for everything. Whatever I have delivered on screen is just because of them," shares Himanshu when asked about his divine look in the show.

Will you be able to fit in a house like Bigg Boss? Or else are you ready to take up the reality show if offered? "Never say No! But I consider myself very matured and focused so I don't think I can ever match myself inside the house as I can't bitch about others," signs off Himanshu.

Way to go Himanshu!

Television these days is something big and everyone is open for it. The latest actress who is all set to debut on TV with B. K. Modi's Buddha is Neha Kaur Uppal who has done a film titled "Sher" which is still unreleased.

She says, "Acting was on my mind since my theater days back in my hometown Jabalpur (M.P) , where I had participated in various inter collegiate competition. So after the reality contest on MTV, I started meeting producers for movies I got a warm response and got the role of a married Muslim girl in Soham Shah's Sher."

"The film was 80 percent complete and stuck. I started looking out for work and through audition I got this role. I was pulled in by the passion and the commitment of Dr B.K. Modi and Ridwana towards Buddha. Their conviction and dedication was infectious and rubbed off on me in no time. It's like being a part of their family. I entered the television world since the boom in television is exponential, also I think I wanted to come out of my comfort zone too and flex my acting muscles which had become rusty," she adds further.

READ: Neha Kaur Uppal replaces Sonia Singh in Buddha

Speaking about her role she says, "Amrapali is person where everybody fell victim to her beauty and when she finds someone who does not do the same she takes it as a challenge . So the only way to play out that challenge is to seduce him. For Buddha I underwent a rigorous dance training for five days. It's a challenging role and Buddha team is fantastic to work with. "

On being asked about her background she says, "I have worked as an anchor on TV channels for 3 years among which I have reported and anchored a show on
Ndtv Imagine Showbiz called 'No Biz Like Showbiz" in which I have had the opportunity to interview the Business fraternity of Indian and Pakistani film industry. In my diverse portfolio I have been crowned Miss Mumbai 05 and Maharashtra Queen 05. I have also Participated in Miss India in 2006. In 2009 I won a reality contest called Mtv Fast and the Gorgeous which made me travel with Force India (Formula One Team) for almost 3 yrs as a Speed Diva."