When a woman chooses happiness, she takes control of her destiny, and that is exactly what Mangal, portrayed by Deepika Singh, is doing in COLORS’ Mangal Lakshmi. At a pivotal moment in her life, Mangal decides to leave behind the shadows of her broken marriage with Adit (Naman Shaw) and step confidently into a fresh start with Kapil (Kapil Nirmal). Rather than remain bound to the past, she embraces a new chapter where she balances co-parenting with her ex-husband while opening her heart to a promising future with Kapil. Audiences are captivated by this unique mix of strength and vulnerability, cheering for her courage, optimism, and determination to claim joy on her own terms.
On screen, Mangal has never been one to stay silent, and her decision to remarry is one of her boldest moves yet. For many women, saying “yes” again can be daunting, society often treats divorce as a mark of shame, one that weighs more heavily on women than men. Mangal’s choice is more than a personal milestone; it challenges long-held prejudices and proves that a woman can rebuild her world and love again with dignity. Her journey becomes an inspiring reflection for countless women urged to “adjust” or compromise, showing that true strength lies in pursuing happiness despite societal whispers.
Sharing her thoughts, Deepika Singh says, “Playing Mangal is close to my heart because I relate to her in many ways. Like Mangal, I’m a mother, a wife, and someone balancing personal life with a career. I understand how demanding it can be to wear many hats, yet it’s deeply rewarding. What I admire about Mangal is that she refuses to let the past define her, she embraces new beginnings with Kapil while staying a strong mother to her children. Through her, I want women to know it’s perfectly fine to start over, follow their hearts, and take charge of their happiness without guilt. Mangal isn’t just a character; she shows every woman they can thrive, no matter what life brings.”
Catch Mangal Lakshmi every Monday to Friday at 9:00 p.m. only on COLORS.
